Negative Response Letter

1. Information regarding the Department of Corrections’ investigation of complaints related to several correctional officers will spread throughout the institution along certain channels (Stojkovic, Kalinich, Klofas, 2008). Starting with the prison warden this information will need to be efficient and accurate as it travels throughout the organization. Being that the prison warden will be the first to be informed of this information, the chain of command would be downward communication. This type of communication allows a clear passageway for the information to be sent to subordinates and provides for an effective management of the tone and delegation of the message (Stojkovic et al., 2008). The channels that are chosen in regards to the

California’s prison system is facing a number of infrastructure changes as a result of a judicial decision that came down from the United States Supreme Court, Governor of California et al v. Plata et al. California’s prison system was deemed inadequate and dangerous due to severe overcrowding which led to “needless suffering and death” (Rogan, 2012, 262). The court ruled that the State must reduce the number of inmates in California’s thirty-three state prisons. This ruling came about after two class-action lawsuits were filed, Coleman v. Wilson in 1990 and Plata v. Davis in 2001 (Rogan, 2012, 261). These lawsuits were filed by inmates that claimed they received poor medical and mental health care within the State’s prison health care system (Vicini, 2011,1). The evidence presented in these cases showed several shortcomings in California 's prison health care system (Rogan, 2012, 264).

This officer has had contact via face to face and phone with the mother, Ms. Evelyn Edwards. Discussions have taken place with her regarding Marquel’s Comprehensive Re-Entry Case Plan. She has participated in a video conference with Marquel since his commitment. She is aware of his placement in the Virginia Beach CPP Program. She has not visited him at the facility, but she has had contact with him via phone. She is currently unemployed. Upon Marquel’s release from DJJ, the anticipated parole plan (CRCP) will be for him to return to her home with intensive supportive services via 294 funding. Additionally, in the event this placement is no longer available, an alternative placement will be sought via 294 funding for a group home placement or

I believe you were terribly wronged by being held in custody pretrial in the Santa Fe County Detention Center under demeaning, unnecessarily punitive conditions. I am truly sorry that I was led by our executive branch of government to order your detention last December. Dr. Lee, I tell you with great sadness that I feel I was led astray last December by the executive branch of our government through its Department of Justice, by its Federal Bureau of investigation, and by its United States of attorney for the district of New Mexico. (Lee & Zia, 2003, p.

At any given time, a single corrections officer, can expect to be outnumbered by upwards of 400 inmates (Conover, 2011). It can be chilling to work in the midst of hundreds of inmates, some of which initiate attacks and inappropriate relationships. However, other issues have impacted the psychological health and physical safety of the staff. Detrimental factors have included heavy workloads, the prisons physical structure, and a lack of support from both peers and superiors. Each workplace issue has been in addition to role problems, specifically role ambiguity and role conflict (Schaufeli & Peeters, 2011). It is believed that anyone of these undesirable facets of prison should be enough to deter the public from attempting to enter such

Your grievance appeal has been reviewed at Central Office and the Warden’s response is affirmed. Pursuant to DEPARTMENT ORDER 905 INMATE TRUST ACCOUNT/MONEY SYSTEM

The objective of Special Management Unit was to increase safety at the federal level by placing these inmates through a three-step rehabilitation program. The program consists of workbooks and journal entries on topics relating to the criminal lifestyle and anger management. The inmates in the Special Management Unit did not have the basic needs to live sanely, according to the article. Moreover, the article states that any of the pending law suits for the bureau could not be disused at the time and wrote and email saying that the inmates are being treated fairly and that if the allegations are proven true that appropriate will be taken into action. To me this article does rise the questions on rather we are doing everything we can to help the offenders better themselves. And if the allegations of the confinement are true to the extent that the inmates say they are then something needs to be done. Just because they are convicted felons does not mean they are not human persons as well. There should be at least an inkling of human respect and dignity to human life. Now with that said, I don’t not believe that everyone deserves the same amount of

To begin, the main problem running amuck at the Dade Correctional Institution is the systematic abuse of the inmates by the security guards in the Transitional Care Unit. This problem exists at many different levels, ranging from individual to possibly system-wide levels. For example, many counselors and technicians witnessed first hand the abuse given out by the guards and very few came forward to offer their testimony. Also, many officials and higher ranking superiors would actively advise those who did come forward to remain silent, out of possibly retaliation from the guards.

Carla you did not meet expectations regarding documentation from Sept. thru Dec. 2016 and you had a total of 29 overdue cases during this time period. Carla when you do enter your case notes your documentation is organized and understandable in Case Compass. Carla, you have shown the ability to independently connect with collateral contacts and/or external stakeholders during an investigations and maintain working relationship with these contacts; however, your customer service skills could show some improvement as complaints have been received from families, community partners and other outside entities. You have an understanding of when it is appropriate to open a Protective Services case; you consult with your supervisor on a minimum of a monthly basis to address concerns or questions, review your caseload and to discuss significant issues. Carla I would like to see you show improvement in meeting the time frames for face to face and requesting postponements, delays and waiver of face to face visits

While institutions are exempt, individual officers can be held civilly liable for violations. Consequently, this can result in officers becoming hesitant while performing their duties and second guess their instincts. Appropriately, “The Court in a series of decisions spelled out standards to which correctional officials must adhere in a broad range of prison and jail activities” (Hanson & Daley, pp. 14, 1994). These standards provide a foundation on which institutions can base policy and procedures for correctional officers to maintain and follow. “Standards were established to govern medical treatment; physical security and privacy; discipline; living conditions, such as diet, exercise, and visitation; physical conditions; communication; and access to the courts” (Hanson & Daley, pp. 14, 1994). Ultimately, 1983 suits guide the evolution of institutional policy and procedures and so long as officers abide by policy there should be no fear of

I got the ok to provide Keith notice for his final day with DOT; we won’t be able to provide him two full weeks because he completes probation on 9/8/15 and we don’t want him to reach permanent status based on the decision to non-retain him. I will try to have the non-retention letter to you by the end of the day today, or at least tomorrow morning. We will give him one week notice, placing his last day on

may include the threat of inmate violence, actual inmate violence, inmate demands and manipulations, problems with co-workers, as well as having a poor public image. For

I write this letter, without the intention of being in any way disrespectful, merely to voice my opinion and concerns about your book, By the Time You Read This, I'll Be Dead.

Mentally ill, elderly, and female inmates are faced with more than normal circumstances in the correctional facilities that they are housed in. These circumstances add more stress on to the administrators’ job. The administrators are faced with challenges such as the following: failing health, aggression, strict monitoring and observation, counseling services, and providing the proper health care inmates. They have to ensure that the accommodations and adjustments that are enforced are aligned with the

Inmates are being mistreated bad, and dehumanized. Also prisons are overcrowded and do not proved enough needs for inmates such as food, bed, and medical care. Important stakeholders such as the public, judges, and guards are important to taking a step further in solving the problem. They will use their voices for inmates. It’s important the Prison condition and treatment do not go unnoticed because inmates are people too, and they are part of our community that need our help. With the help of the public, spreading awareness, and protesting the government will help change the jail system. And Guards can step up new improve guidelines on how to deal with inmates