Women in Corrections
The Women in Corrections section highlights the experiences, challenges, and contributions of women working in the correctional system. This directory provides articles and resources on career development, workplace safety, and gender-specific issues female correctional professionals face. Understanding the unique perspectives of women in corrections is essential for fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. For related topics, explore our section on Corrections1 Career Resources.
The teen attacked two COs, punching one man repeatedly and strangling a woman, police said
The woman, who helped transport prisoners, accused the state of dismissing reports of discriminatory behavior and ultimately forcing her to seek another job
The former CO said the DOC failed to address a hostile work environment after she accused another CO of sexually assaulting, stalking and harassing her
A federal appeals court ruled that a woman’s intimate search of a male inmate - which was filmed and watched by dozens - was unreasonable, but the court refused to take the case
Jayme Biendl was killed in January at the Monroe Correctional Complex at the hands of an inmate
Although we’ll never eliminate it, there are some steps we can take as administrators to curb the behavior and make both staff and inmates feel safer
Dorothea Puente ran a boarding house for elderly and disabled residents, some of whom she killed and buried in her backyard
Officer Jayme Biendl was killed Jan. 29 while working in the chapel at the Monroe Correctional Complex
Prosecutors alleged Forde and her co-defendants dressed as law enforcement officers and forced their way into their victim’s home
Krenwinkel was sentenced to death but was commuted to life when the U.S. Supreme Court briefly outlawed the death penalty in 1972
Inmate population has dropped significantly and will save the state $19.1 million
Former officer gets 24 years in prison for crimes he committed at the Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville
Should women be treated differently from men in the American criminal justice system?
Stacia Hylton recently worked as a consultant to one of the nation’s largest private prison companies and is under scrutiny for conflict of interest
The report noted the number of women in prison has risen at a higher rate than that of men
In some ways, male inmates are easier to handle than their female counterparts
The execution has stirred broad attention because of her gender and defence claims that she lacked the intelligence to mastermind the killings
The judge first ruled that confinement would send the wrong message to Ms. Grass and the community, but has now granted her permission because of her medical issues
Lynn Turner killed a Cobb County police officer and a Forsyth County firefighter for life insurance money
Washington County corrections officer Jessie Lunderby, 21, is under investigation for her appearance on Playboy.com
Allegedly wasn’t allowed in after removing the bra
New legislation applies to correctional staff not inmates
In eyes of state and feds, officer is always the violator
Even if male inmates force the issue, guards are still held responsible
Officer Candy McGuire turned herself in to detectives shortly after
400 female inmates will be transfered after allegations of sexual misconduct by male officers
