GPS Research Library
In-depth research on every major issue inside Georgia’s prison system — written in plain language for families, advocates, and anyone who wants to understand what’s happening behind the walls.
By the Numbers
The most striking findings from across our research — each linked to its source.
Figures drawn from GPS research collections. Some numbers originate from GDC self-reported data and may undercount the true scale.
Go Deeper into the Data
The research above is just the starting point. Here’s how to explore further.
Ask Lighthouse AI
Have a specific question? Ask GPS Lighthouse AI and it will search the full Research Library, mortality database, policy library, statistics, and more — then give you a sourced answer in seconds.
Open Lighthouse AI →GPS Data & Statistics
Explore raw numbers: prison population, mortality data, facility profiles, parole statistics, budget analysis, and 34 years of offense data across 304 categories.
View Statistics →Use GPS Data with Any AI
All GPS research is available as machine-readable data pages. Paste them into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or any AI tool and ask questions. Our guide shows you how.
Read the Guide →About the Research Library
The GPS Research Library is a structured, citation-backed knowledge base covering every major issue in Georgia’s prison system. We extract, verify, and organize the most critical facts from hundreds of sources — DOJ reports, state budget documents, academic studies, court filings, investigative journalism, and our own original research.
Every data point is tagged by type, linked to its original source, and assigned a confidence level. The result is a research infrastructure that powers GPS articles, our AI tools, and the collection pages listed above. Each collection page includes pre-written explainer articles tailored for different audiences: families & the public, legislators, media, and advocates.
For additional resources, visit the Resources page, the GDC Policy Library (561 SOPs, 195 Board Rules), or the Mortality Database tracking 1,757 deaths in GDC custody.
Built for Accountability. Open to Everyone.
Whether you’re a family member looking for answers, a journalist investigating conditions, or an advocate pushing for change — the GPS Research Library gives you the verified facts you need.