Views From the Inside: Insights About Restrictive Housing From Prison System Officials, Officers, and Staff

Restrictive housing substantially limits inmate movement and privileges. Proponents argue it creates safer prison systems, while opponents claim it does not and harms inmates. However, few studies have systematically examined restrictive housing through the perspective of those who work in prison sy...

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Authors: Mears, Daniel P. 1966- (Author) ; Pesta, George B. (Author) ; Aranda-Hughes, Vivian (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2021
In: The prison journal
Year: 2021, Volume: 101, Issue: 6, Pages: 631-651
Online Access: Volltext (lizenzpflichtig)
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Keywords:
Corrections officers
Prison officials
Restrictive housing
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Summary:Restrictive housing substantially limits inmate movement and privileges. Proponents argue it creates safer prison systems, while opponents claim it does not and harms inmates. However, few studies have systematically examined restrictive housing through the perspective of those who work in prison systems or scrutinized the diverse dimensions relevant to its appraisal. This study addresses this gap by drawing on qualitative data to examine how such individuals view the housing, its operational challenges, effectiveness, possible improvements, and potential alternatives. We present findings along each of these dimensions and then discuss their implications for research and policy.
ISSN:1552-7522
DOI:10.1177/00328855211060308