Author: Staff
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Inmates At Dauphin County Jail, PA File Lawsuit Over Inhumane Conditions
Inmates at Dauphin County Prison allege systemic abuse in a new lawsuit, accusing jail officials of collective punishment, inhumane conditions, and constitutional violations.
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Former FCI Dublin Inmates Seek Clemency After Historic Settlement and Consent Decree
Incarcerated women who were transferred from the now-shuttered FCI Dublin in California are seeking clemency after exposing harassment, retaliation and assault by staff at the notorious federal prison nicknamed the “rape club.”
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Former FCI Dublin Inmates Secure Historic $115 Million Settlement From BoP
The U.S. Bureau of Prisons has agreed to a historic $115 million settlement for over 100 survivors of sexual abuse at FCI Dublin, a California women’s prison notorious for pervasive staff-on-inmate sexual abuse. Alongside the payout, a consent decree mandates systemic reforms, including external monitoring, trauma recovery services, and limits on solitary confinement, to protect…
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Twelvth Prison Death in Alabama Reported In 2024
An inmate died after a brutal assault at Alabama’s Bibb Correctional Facility, marking the 12th prison homicide this year. Despite federal warnings, Alabama’s prison violence crisis remains unresolved, raising urgent concerns about inmate safety and civil rights.
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Formerly Incarcerated Women At FCI Dublin Secure Landmark Consent Decree Settlement
Former inmates of California’s notorious FCI Dublin prison, known as “the rape club,” have reached a historic consent decree with the Bureau of Prisons, aimed at protecting incarcerated women nationwide and holding federal prisons accountable for abuse.
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How To Support An Incarcerated Survivor of Staff-on-Inmate Sexual Abuse
Discover the inspiring journey of Jonas Caballero, from surviving sexual abuse in detention to becoming a fierce advocate for incarcerated abuse survivors. Learn how Just Detention International helped change his life and how you can support their fight for dignity and justice.
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San Diego County Jail Deaths: New Oversight Proposal Aims to Prevent More Tragedies
San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe proposes expanding oversight to address preventable deaths in local jails. The plan includes granting CLERB jurisdiction over medical staff and increasing transparency in investigations.
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Federal Bureau of Prisons Closes Facilities Amid Staffing and Budget Challenges
The Federal Bureau of Prisons is closing several facilities, including FCI Dublin and a Colorado prison camp, citing staffing shortages, aging infrastructure, and budget constraints. The closures reflect systemic challenges within the federal prison system.
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Prison Reform: Texas’ Bartett Unit Model For Reducing Recidivism
Texas’s Bartlett Prison Unit is transforming incarceration with a focus on rehabilitation, preparing inmates for reentry through job training, education, and emotional support. Learn how this model could reshape the future of criminal justice.
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Suicide In Federal Prisons: DOJ Announces Dozens of Proposed Reforms To Curb Epidemic
The Justice Department unveils over 50 new actions to prevent suicide in federal custody, focusing on mental health care improvements, facility safety, and data-driven strategies to reduce self-directed violence.