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 We Will Act Act law lets corrections officers and police use legal means — including jamming and hacking — to neutralize drones near prisons and other protected areas
The review found excessive overtime, outdated internal pay policies, inaccurate time keeping and improper application of pay times
The convicted killer of four University of Idaho students said taunts from fellow inmates at Idaho’s maximum-security prison are keeping him awake at night
The man allegedly grabbed a correctional officer by the throat, punched him in the face and knocked off his glasses, then struck him three to four more times
It is expected to hold 1,300 immigration detention beds, though that capacity could be expanded to 2,000, state officials said
The Axon body-worn cameras have already reduced inmate grievance response times by up to 12% and use-of-force reports have dropped by about 17%
In court filings, detainees said they were fed inedible “slop” and endured the “horrific stench” of sweat, urine and feces, in part because the rooms have open toilets
NYSCOPBA said chemical exposures in state prisons are on the rise even as contraband seizures have decreased since mail scanning began in April
NYSCOPBA officials said the underlying issues that caused thousands of its members to walk off the job have still not been addressed
PRODUCT NEWS
The Oncall body camera has the capability to transmit live video, audio, high quality snapshots, and GPS location in real time back to a command center
Panoramic views of dark or tight spaces can be viewed instantly by a synced device
The Backscatter Z is about 9 pounds and requires little training to use
Telogis is able to gather vehicle data specific to the officers’ driving environment to keep officers on the road safer and more aware
Body-scanners could be a big deterrent to the flow of contraband, and also help staff avoid liability
Video visitation systems advance officer safety and cut down on contraband; here are five to consider when you’re thinking about making the switch
2015 Ford Transit Prisoner Transport vehicle can carry as many as 12 inmates in 3 separate compartments
Both VisStation and its accompanying enclosure were made specifically for a corrections environment
Offers three different terminals: single handset, dual handset, or hands-free
InVision offers safety, security and convenience, and is economical and easy to use