Correctional Management
Correctional Management encompasses the strategies, policies, and practices of running correctional facilities effectively and safely. This section offers articles that delve into various aspects of Correctional Management, including leadership, staff training, inmate rehabilitation, and security measures. Effective management is crucial for maintaining order, ensuring safety, and fostering a rehabilitative environment within correctional institutions. Explore related topics on corrections policies for additional insights into the challenges of managing complex correctional systems.
The “Virginia Model,” an incentive-based approach, offers more visitation, programs and comforts while removing inmates who break rules
The Allegheny County Jail correctional officers’ union says shackles are needed to prevent escapes during hospital trips
The rookie officer, fired for threatening a youth, says long hours and limited supervision left her unprepared
Thousands of officer positions remain unfilled and the state prison agency has struggled to resume normal operations
At least 17 times over 90 days from March through May, teen-aged boys held at the Adair Regional Juvenile Detention Center requested voluntary protective custody
Officials say the “extraordinary step” is necessary because the county has failed to comply with a court order requiring sweeping reforms.
People who are incarcerated in the state’s prisons currently receive three free, 15-minute phone calls a week
From crisis response to staff morale, strong communication is no longer optional — it’s essential for operational success
Over the past three years, staff at the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office have been preparing to open a new pod of 25 cells — 15 for men and 10 for women
The new guidelines place greater weight on an inmate’s original crime and in-prison behavior when determining parole readiness
The court found that over-the-counter medication did not cause Robert McCauley’s positive methamphetamine test and upheld his termination under the state’s zero-tolerance drug policy
The incidents detailed in the lawsuit failed to possess the “similarity and specificity” required to establish a de facto policy of letting drugs into the jail
Invisible tracking and real-time alerts could prevent escapes and save lives inside correctional facilities
Clay County Sheriff’s Office officials said inmates have been seen intentionally clogging toilets with items like bedding and clothes
The county will consider restricting items allowed in Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall and Barry J. Nidorf and ending contracts after a tutor was caught with nearly 200 pills
Lateral hires at the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office will now receive 240 hours of leave, while new detention cooks can earn a $10,000 bonus under revised policies
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
Connecticut’s highest-paid CO logged 952 hours of overtime in two months, pushing his total pay above $258K in 2024
Real-world stories of inmate ingenuity highlight the importance of ongoing training to prevent manipulation and contraband smuggling
The Wake County sheriff fired three officers and promised to put body cameras on corrections staff rollout following the man’s suicide in jail custody
Prison food varies widely across countries, with models ranging from simple menus to inmate-led cooking programs that support rehabilitation and independence
Modified programming remains in place as CDCR investigates violence, drug use and contraband networks after searches uncovered 169 weapons and 310 cellphones
Repeated inspections expose dangerous, degrading conditions at Men’s Central Jail — with little progress toward closure
Lancaster County Prison inmates and correctional officers endured record heat, with both groups receiving additional support but reporting persistent discomfort
The court ruled that the Bibb County Jail deputy exercised her judgment in handling surveillance duties, protecting the deputy from legal liability in the inmate’s 2020 suicide
Lancaster County Prison corrections officers working in temperatures above 80 degrees are eligible for additional time off under a sustained arbitration ruling
In recent months, the Krome facility has been plagued with complaints about unhygienic conditions and overcrowding
Prosecutors have a different perspective on Raymond Minaya’s motives: the Gorilla Stone Bloods member has a long history of violence and rule-breaking behind bars
The basis for the lock-ins was recorded in official logbooks in only three of the seven instances, the report found
Before the strike began in February, the number of state-ready inmates held in county jails was approximately 200; now, it’s more than 2,400
Why modern officers value coaching over command — and what leaders must do to adapt without compromising security
Jail reform advocates said the audit validated concerns they have brought up for years
The evolution from command-and-control to emotional intelligence is redefining leadership — and reshaping how teams thrive in high-stress environments like corrections
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