There’s not much left to punish prisoners with in isolation cells when they misbehave, so the wardens came up with a food loaf made of flour, yeast, shredded potatoes and carrots. About 300 to 400 New York prisoners are fed it (with a side order of raw cabbage) as their only diet. In New York, ...
This interview was conducted with the help of my father, Clarence. He is a Correctional Officer and has been since before I was born. This interview is to show you what some Correctional Officers face everyday and how they deal with it. Rosa: Do you enjoy your line of work or are there days when ...
What were the foundations of corrections over the past two centuries? During the 19th century an offender experienced physical pain and torture as punishment for committing crimes. Corporal punishment was often used and most of the time punishments were carried out in the public. The purpose was retributive, to deter others, and to humiliate the ...
The subject of ethics in criminal justice has become more important over the last decade as increasing concern about the accountability of law enforcement and public authorities has prompted ethical questions regarding the actions of those who exercise power over citizens. The subject of criminal justice ethics does not only involve those who work with ...