The Staffing Shortage Crisis in America’s Jails and Prisons
The Staffing Shortage Crisis in America’s Jails and Prisons Introduction: U.S. jails and prisons are facing an unprecedented staffing crisis. From large state penitentiaries to small county jails, facilities nationwide report record-high vacancies and difficulties filling crucial positions. The number of people working in state prisons fell to its lowest...
Overcrowding in U.S. Prisons: Challenges and Solutions for Correctional Staff
Overcrowding in prisons isn’t just a statistic – it’s a daily reality for correctional staff. In the wake of the pandemic, U.S. prison populations are rising again, straining facilities that were already near capacity. State prison populations grew about 2% from 2021 to 2022 (reversing a decade-long decline)stateline.org, and by...