Feelings of obligation are powerful and can be easily used against an officer; also, recognizing an inmate for his good deed places him at risk with other inmates. Moving him was best for everyone involved.
In this scenario, two correctional professionals are arguing about the implementation of Prison Rape Elimination Act protocols. Read the scenario and see who you agree with, and why.
In last week's scenario, an officer was presented with the dilemma of either admitting he could not perform his duties completely, or forging his logbook to say he could
Last week's scenario pitted a sergeant against a correctional officer when the officer disobeyed a direct order in favor of following policy. Even in the worst scenario, following your commanding officer’s orders is of paramount importance for the safety and security of all.
A warden trying to abide by PREA guidelines for transgender inmate treatment makes a rash decision and may be infringing on inmates' civil rights; how would you correct this scenario?
When choosing between writing an inmate up for an infraction or merely warning them, weigh the pros and cons before applying the correct tool for the job