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Data-Driven Vocational Training in Georgia Prisons

Georgia prisons leverage data to enhance vocational training, reduce recidivism, and improve job placement for inmates, leading to significant societal benefits.

10 Legal Cases on Religious Discrimination in Prisons

Explore key legal cases highlighting the ongoing struggle for religious rights in U.S. prisons, revealing conflicts between policies and freedoms.

US DOJ Report: Budget Cuts and Chronic Illness in Georgia Prisons

Georgia’s prison system faces a crisis with rising violence and inadequate healthcare, prompting urgent reforms mandated by the DOJ.

How Overcrowding Impacts Mental Health and Chronic Disease

Overcrowded prisons in Georgia worsen mental health and chronic disease, highlighting urgent needs for reform and improved healthcare access.

Georgia Senate Reviews Prison Safety Issues

Georgia’s prisons face a crisis with rising violence and staffing shortages. The Senate proposes a $600M reform plan to improve safety and health care.

ADA Compliance in Prison Recreation Programs

Explore how Georgia’s prison recreation programs are addressing ADA compliance for inmates with disabilities, revealing both progress and challenges.

Your Rights and the GDC’s Responsibilities: What Families Need to Know When an Inmate Dies

If your loved one dies in Georgia’s prison system, you deserve to know your rights and what the Georgia DOC is required to do. This guide explains the full process—from the immediate, personal notification by a facility’s Warden or Superintendent, to the mandatory inquest and autopsy procedures for suspicious or unexpected deaths. It also covers how and when you should receive the death certificate and the timely release of remains. By understanding these procedures and your legal rights, you can better advocate for transparency and accountability in this critical time.