Corrections News
Corrections news is essential for the correctional facility workforce, providing up-to-date information on developments, policy changes, and emerging trends in the penitentiary system. This directory offers articles that help staff stay current on issues affecting their work environment, inmate management, and facility operations. Regularly engaging with corrections news ensures personnel are prepared for new challenges and opportunities. For additional insights, explore our section on Correctional Design and Operations Management.
BREAKING NEWS
The Corrections Officer Blake Schwarz Suicide Prevention Act would create safe harbor protections for correctional officers seeking mental health treatment
The lawsuit comes after the Justice Department twice released investigative reports that accused the state of violating prisoner’s rights
The DOC reported 101 inmates with symptomatic cases, 216 inmates with asymptomatic cases and 164 staff members recovering from the virus
The corrections officers were charged with second-degree and third-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument
“Lethal injection appears to us to be impossible from a practical point of view today,” Gov. Mike DeWine said
The disclosure is furthering criticism from advocates and lawyers for inmates who say the BOP isn’t doing enough to stop the spread behind bars
The total cost of the purchases is $1.2 million; the state is using federal stimulus dollars to pay for the equipment
The number of staff cases rose by 241, from 1,720 to 1,961, over a nine-day period
The Washington State Patrol is investigating the shooting with help from the Spokane Police Department
PRODUCT NEWS
Strategic acquisition adds integrated hardware and cloud subscription platform powered by NIR spectroscopy
The new enhancements integrate AI directly into existing system workflows, positioning intelligence as a core component of daily operations rather than a standalone add-on
Real County deputies are using the technology during transport operations, with the agency saying it could help reduce the risk of a seized weapon being used against an officer
Axon Vision introduced to help recognize activity in live camera feeds while Axon Assistant expands secure, compliant AI to deliver operational data and continuous intelligence in the field
The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office used its traveling training center to reinforce de-escalation tactics and reduce use-of-force incidents
New mission mode provides simpler and more intuitive sampling of hazardous vapors
Midland County Jail officials say outsourcing mail scanning improves safety for staff and inmates while maintaining access to correspondence