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
Ashley “Ash” Aples, 43, a father of three, had been with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office for almost two years
The court said expanding Bivens would undermine prison operations and duplicate established inmate complaint processes
Scott Robert Tardy, an ex-Marine who worked for the Connecticut DOC, used encrypted apps to threaten the agent and his wife, urging others to set their home on fire
The judge said Adams’ emergency orders violated the democratic process after the City Council overrode his veto of Local Law 42, which limits restrictive housing in jails
Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty under the Mann Act but not of sex trafficking or racketeering, avoiding a possible life sentence
Nicholas Vitale was one of 10 corrections officers indicted in the death of inmate Messiah Nantwi
Officer Francisco Paul Flattes served with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office for four years; he leaves behind his wife, who also works for the county detention center
Modified programming remains in place as CDCR investigates violence, drug use and contraband networks after searches uncovered 169 weapons and 310 cellphones
Antoine Massey was taken into custody at a residence about two miles from the jail; authorities are still searching for convicted murderer Derrick Groves
PRODUCT NEWS
Cherokee County Detention Center officials haven’t found a shank, which is a weapon made from everyday items, for a couple of years
Updated security protocol for all staff, visitors, volunteers and all other personnel began on January 1, 2023
COs found the drug, which is used to manage opioid withdrawal, after a tip from an informant
President Biden signed the bill to fix prison cameras after rampant staff sexual abuse, inmate escapes and high-profile deaths
The book is about Richard Van Wickler’s life experiences and includes tips on de-escalating aggression
“If you get 2 pounds of weed, it’s safe to assume it didn’t come in through the visit floor.”
The bi-partisan legislation, now on its way to President Biden to sign, forces BOP to fix and replace surveillance cameras
While awaiting trial for attempted murder the inmate made video calls and sent 1,000 texts of a sexual nature to a teenage girl
Contraband found inside the footballs included bags of marijuana, cellphones and chargers and packs of cigarettes
12-year CO described violence, low morale and mandates at the facility that recently transitioned to county control