On Education….. Education is an inherent right for every individual, and prisoners should not be exempt from this principle. Unfortunately, Colorado’s approach denies certain inmates access to education while ensuring this fundamental right for others. According to the US Department of Justice, over 48% of US adults aged 25 and older have completed post-secondary education.…
Passaic County Correctional Officers Arrested for Civil Rights Violations and Obstruction of Justice *Newark, N.J. – Wednesday, January 17, 2024 — In a significant development, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that two sergeants and a correctional officer from Passaic County have been arrested on charges of violating a pretrial detainee’s civil rights and…
Navigating Life’s Challenges: A Personal Reflection Beyond Prison Boundaries When pondering my struggles, the question expands into a profound exploration. It’s not a new inquiry; historical figures like God, Napoleon, and Adolf Hitler in Mein Kampf have faced it. Society often scrutinizes us with the same question, urging introspection at least once in our lives.…
Revolutionizing Prison Reform: A Meek Warrior’s Guide Inspired by Jordan Peterson In the landscape of prison reform, a distinctive approach emerges, aligning with an ethos of meaningful change. Renowned educator and media figure, Jordan Peterson, takes center stage in challenging conventional norms. Departing from the rebellious ethos of the ’60s, Peterson’s followers embrace wholesomeness as…
Incarcerated Families Face Financial Strain as Private Companies Profit JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — The financial burden on families supporting incarcerated loved ones is coming under scrutiny as private companies, like JPay Inc., capitalize on the vulnerable financial positions of inmates’ relatives. In a recent investigation by Public Integrity, the exploitative practices of prison banking services…
Safeguarding Inmate Data: The Importance of Regular IRS and Credit Report Checks In the complex world of correctional facilities, inmates face not only the challenges of incarceration but also the looming threat of identity theft at the hands of unscrupulous correctional officers . Recent cases have shed light on the alarming trend of data breaches…
Unveiling the Dark Side: Stanford Prison Experiment and the Call for Prison Reform In the early 1970s, the Stanford Prison Experiment sent shockwaves through the fields of psychology and criminology, exposing the deep-seated issues within the prison system. Conducted by Dr. Philip Zimbardo, this notorious study revealed how easily individuals in positions of authority can…
Unveiling Colorado’s Covert Solitary Confinement: A Breach of Justice In the shadows of Colorado’s Department of Corrections (CDOC), a clandestine solitary confinement unit operates, shrouded in a façade of compliance. Despite legislative strides to limit solitary confinement, CDOC persists in housing offenders with mental health disorders in isolation, raising questions about accountability. Colorado’s legislative framework,…
Rethinking Behavior Modification in Corrections: The Role of Willingness, Cooperation, and Compassion In the realm of corrections, the age-old debate between punitive measures and rehabilitative approaches continues to shape the landscape of behavior modification systems. Traditionally, punitive methods relying on reward and punishment have been the norm. However, a growing understanding of mental health nuances…
Not For Human Consumption – Mental Health In the unsettling realm of Jefferson County Colorado’s county jail, I found myself grappling with a profound need for mental health treatment. It was a simple request, an admission of my struggles with depression and anxiety. The response was swift – a counselor assigned me to a Drug…
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