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 court order, which came after a lawsuit that claimed inmates were housed in unsafe conditions, hurries a plan to demolish the prison and build a new one in its place
During intake at Hennepin County jail, Lucas Bellamy said he ingested a bag of drugs; he died of a perforated bowel while in custody
Correctional Officer Gloria Balderas said her father, a sergeant with CDCR, inspired her to have a career in corrections to create a future for her and her daughter
The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services corrections officer was leaving work when a group began “jumping on his car and banging on the windows”
Master Sgt. Jonathan Massey, assigned to RJ Donovan Correctional Facility, said the military and corrections have similar traits and he aspires to rise through the ranks
DeKalb County Sheriff Melody Maddox said inmates continue to break out windows to allow contraband from the outside
The state AG has moved for a new trial, arguing that “no reasonable jury” could conclude the CO was doing anything beyond maintaining order at Garner Correctional Institution
McLean County Sheriff Matt Lane said inmates who struggled with daily functions or speaking in complete sentences became “totally coherent” around the dog
An Old Colony Correctional Facility inmate told a fellow inmate that his wife was a great criminal defense attorney who could negotiate a reduced sentence
PRODUCT NEWS
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%
NYC Corrections has bought multiple units of the DrugDetect-F1 to ensure officer safety in a dynamic environment
This modernization effort will replace the VADOC’s legacy paper-based process with a secure, digital platform that ensures greater control, visibility, and accountability over tool inventory and usage
A federal settlement requires the Sonoma County jail to accept materials from publishers unless there’s a clear security risk and give inmates a way to appeal rejections
Network Solutions
This milestone comes as Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, named T-Mobile the Best Network in one of the biggest ever U.S.-based network tests of its kind
Guide is the new flagship model for Garrett’s line of hand-held security screening products, with a sleek new look to meet the aesthetic desires of the modern security customer
Senior law enforcement early adopters appreciate DDF1’s unique value proposition