Inmate Classification Essay

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Abstract Today we will be discussing several different things that are involved with corrections. First I want to discuss the different levels of security for prisons. Once I have clarified that I will be discussing the different levels of classification for offenders. After I have elucidated on that I will be explaining why I think inmate classification is referred to the cornerstone for corrections. The last thing that I will elaborate on why I think an effective classification system is important to the jail or prison security programs. Phase 2 (DB): Levels of Classification In order to explain the classification levels for inmates, one must understand the levels of security. All prisons erected in the United States have some level of security where inmates can be housed. According to Bureau of Prisons there are “five different security levels”. There are distinct features that classify each security level such as “external patrols, towers, security barriers, and detection devices”. These are classified as “minimum, low, medium, high, or administrative” (Bureau of Prisons, N.D.). Minimum security prisons typically contain “no perimeter and reduced levels of staff supervision”. This type of prison is usually an institution that will house individuals that have “no history of violence or sex offences and have short sentences” (Carlson & Garrett, 2008, pg. 61). Minimum security prisons are institutions that contain “dormitory housing and work or program oriented”. Usually these security level prisons are considered to be “Federal Prison Camps”. Federal Correctional Institutions are considered to be “low security institutions” that contain features of “double fenced perimeters, dormitory or cubicle housing, strong work and program components” (BOP, N.D.). Medium security prisons house the majority of inmates. This type of security facility has features that
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