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Marinus Jorgensen

Sgt. Marinus Jorgensen is a 25-year corrections veteran and certified use of force instructor. He has led the development of training programs designed exclusively for correctional officers and advocates for accountability, officer wellness and professional growth in the field.

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Forget the rumors and academy horror stories. A veteran corrections officer shares what you really need to know about making mistakes, night shift and earning your place on the team
The job is hard enough. Don’t let gossip, cynicism and workplace drama become the part of corrections that follows you home
Sometimes the biggest barrier to advancement isn’t leadership or politics — it’s attitude, professionalism and the reputation you build over time
A simple psychological law from the 1950s still shapes how officers think, react and perform in critical moments
A structured use of force review process improves officer accountability, training and liability protection for corrections agencies