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 former Santa Clara County correctional deputy was convicted of misdemeanor battery tied to a 2022 inmate ambush at Elmwood jail
New details reveal that a CO was tossed into a cell by inmates during an altercation that left one inmate dead
Edwin Wylie-Biggs argued that there wasn’t enough evidence to prove that the K2 that was hidden in his buttocks was his
There are nearly 500 openings for corrections officers across the state, and many are saying pay is one of the biggest reasons for the vacancies
The officer was dragged 20 to 30 feet by the suspect’s car when he pulled out his weapon and shot the driver
The CO was conducting a routine search and asked an inmate to leave the area before being attacked
The state is currently experiencing a critical shortage of corrections officers, with about 700 spots to fill
The state continues to struggle to hire and retain COs, forcing current officers and other prison staff to work long hours
Jerroid Dubois, 52, attacked the officers, leaving one officer with a cut on the forehead and other sliced on the cheek
PRODUCT NEWS
Tyler will modernize corrections operations for the fourth largest county in the state
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