![]() ![]() So for example, if you smuggle in your own prescription medication, we cannot prosecute for prisoner in possession of contraband. The problem with prosecution is that we can only charge for possession of contraband if the item is illegal to possess on the outside or is a weapon. That’s where internal discipline has to play into the factor. Sure, if you’re facing life in prison for murder, getting charged with possessing a few pills or even a shank is pretty low risk. If you dare take a chance, we will prosecute. That certainly helps get the word out to our prisoners. All facilities have their own style, but I believe it best to keep an open mind and use a variety of options based on the situation at hand.Īt my agency, we have a good relationship with our county prosecutor, so when we have cases that are criminal they do issues charges. What options do we have for enforcement? Prosecute, take away goodtime, issues tickets, restrict activities out of the cell/pod, administrative segregation? All viable options, but what works best? Honestly, there is no right answer. I will also add that we are six months away from the opening of a new facility. I will say we have some areas I believe we are progressive on and do a great job with, and others we can improve on. I’ll start out by clarifying that I am not an expert on the laws of all 50 states, nor do I have a deep knowledge about many other facilities other than the jail I have spent my last 19 and a half years working in. ![]() After we have done our due diligence and found contraband, what options do we have in regards to enforcement? Depending on facility rules, state laws and even how supportive your administration is, that answer may vary drastically. ![]()
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