29 Sep Survey Shows Reaction of BOP Employees to Covid-19 in Prisons
A survey conducted by DOJ's Office of Inspector General shows the reaction of BOP employees on how federal prisons are managing the impacts Covid-19.
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17 Sep South Carolina Prison implements COVID-19 Measures after ACLU Lawsuit
The Spartanburg County Detention Center in South Carolina will implement COVID-19 measures after the ACLU of South Carolina filed a lawsuit.
19 Aug U.S. Prisons Still Don’t Have Adequate Menstrual Supplies in 2021
In the 38 states that, as of 2020, did not have such laws on the books, people who menstruate face serious challenges to getting the items they need in prison. These issues are wide-ranging and different across different states and facilities.
07 May Mental Illness, Media and Crime: A Complicated Relationship
Mental illness is prevalent throughout the US prison system. Yet, despite popular perceptions, there is no statistical correlation between mental illness and criminal activity.
19 Apr New Bill In Mississippi Looks To Tackle Women’s Incarceration Issues
Women often face issues that are unique to them in jails and prisons. These issues, such as lack of access to essential medical supplies, are often overlooked. Now, a new bill in Mississippi looks to confront some of the issues with women's incarceration in the