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Survival Techniques for COs:
Understanding aggression in the juvenile inmate, Part I

Before you can excel in your profession, you must gain a clear understanding as to why incarcerated youth become aggressive and non-compliant. In this way, you will be better able to anticipate and neutralize violent outbursts.

Here, I will discuss psychological factors that commonly give rise to juvenile inmate aggression, and explain what you can do as the authority figure to keep your perspective — and cool ... Full Story

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Featured News:
8 Md. corrections officers face firing in excessive force probe


The Maryland Correctional Institution
(AP Photo/Timothy Jacobsen)

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Five more correctional officers assigned to a prison were placed on administrative leave and could lose their jobs amid allegations that they used excessive force in an incident March 8.

The announcement brings the number of officers recommended for termination to eight.

"The allegations are extremely serious and disturbing" ... Full Story

Factors that influence the use of force in a
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2 Iowa corrections officers fired after
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Calif. lawsuit challenges prison Taser use


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Phone scam run out of Philly prison



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Press Release:
Commercial Electronics to Attend Texas Police Chief Association Conference
[Commercial Electronics]

Wash. inmate sued for "vicious assault" on corrections officer
[Walla Walla, WA]

Federal inmate killed in Ill. jail fight
[Chicago, IL]

Colo. panel OKs incentives for prisons
[Denver, CO]

Gang violence spikes in N.C. prisons
[Raleigh, NC]

CorrectionsOne Video Training Tip
The power of closure
Today's C1 video tip is crucial for all corrections officers. Here, Dr. George Thompson explains the importance of the credo, "Leave people better than you found them at their worst" to increase your personal safety and the quality of your intelligence.

He offers these three "contact principles" to guide you ... Full Tip



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Blackhawk Products Group™ Introduces New Tactical Gear for 2008
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Death verdict for Va. escapee who fatally shot deputy, security guard
[Abington, VA]

Kansas lawmakers question efficacy of sexual predator treatment
[Topeka, KS]

Prison-issued toothbrushes, shoes replace 'dangerous' alternatives
[Chicago, IL]

Fla. jail to be renamed for slain deputy
[Broward County, FL]

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