Wilcox State Prison (Abbeville): capacity, deaths and violence, prosecutions, lawsuits, staffing, money and audits
Wilcox State Prison: the public record, 2015 to 2026
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Budget & Spending
Georgia's prison budget rose from $1.53 billion in fiscal 2024 to an all-time peak of $1.91 billion in fiscal 2025, then settled near $1.79 billion for fiscal 2027. Across that arc the money moved toward health contracts, private beds and surveillance technology while the state-operated prison program, food service and education shrank. GPS's own budget series has since corrected several of its earlier headline claims, and the gap between what the state appropriates and what it can show for it remains the central accountability problem.
11,375 data points
Mortality & Deaths in Custody
Georgia's prison system recorded at least 1,915 deaths in custody between January 1, 2020, and the registry cutoff — a floor, not a total, because the Georgia Department of Corrections reports deaths roughly two months late and stopped publishing cause of death in March 2024. Homicides rose from a ceiling of nine a year (2011–2018) to 142 across 2018–2023, a 95.8% increase in the last three years, while the department's own mortality data classified obvious homicides as unknown and medical examiners recorded at least 44 overdose deaths the department had labeled natural or undetermined. The same reporting collapse now covers suicide, heat death, and medical neglect — the categories in which the state's own records show people dying unattended in cells for days.
8,758 data points
Oversight & Accountability
Georgia runs one of the largest prison systems in the United States with no independent body empowered to inspect it, and every internal mechanism that might substitute for outside oversight — the Board of Corrections, the Office of Professional Standards, the inmate grievance system, PREA audits, ACA accreditation, and the department's own mortality reviews — is staffed, funded, and answered to by the agency it would police. The result is a documented pattern in which the only functioning accountability actor has been the federal government: a Justice Department investigation opened in 2016, expanded twice, and concluded in October 2024 with a finding that Georgia's prisons violate the Eighth Amendment, followed by no consent decree, no enforcement action, and no new federal prosecution of prison staff. This page collects what the record shows about how oversight fails in Georgia, how the failures are measured, and what the evidence says an actual oversight mechanism would require.
16,182 data points
Staffing Crisis
Georgia's prison system has run correctional officer vacancy rates above 50 percent since 2021, with ten of its largest facilities above 70 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Justice's October 2024 findings and the state's own budget testimony. Turnover compounds the shortfall: 82.7 percent of officers hired between January 2021 and November 2024 left within a year, and Georgia ranks last among the 50 states in correctional officer pay. Federal investigators, state-hired consultants and the Georgia Senate Study Committee have each identified staffing as the primary mechanism behind the violence, delayed medical response and unchecked gang control documented inside the system.
9,994 data points
Violence & Safety
Georgia's prisons kill people at several times the national rate, and the state's own records understate how often. A three-year federal civil rights investigation concluded in October 2024 that Georgia violates the Eighth Amendment by failing to protect incarcerated people from violence and sexual abuse, finding "near-constant life-threatening violence" and gang control of housing units. The documented record runs from 142 homicides in six years to more than 1,400 violent incidents in sixteen months — and a death registry that keeps growing.
11,037 data points
Key Findings
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The finding
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's list of worst-staffed Georgia prisons, based on GDC staffing records, lists Wilcox State Prison as medium security with 1,846 inmates and a correctional officer vacancy rate of 69.17%.
The finding
The DOJ's findings report on Georgia prisons states that incarcerated individuals at Wilcox State Prison reported that in segregation they did not receive any required services, programs, or outside recreation.
The finding
The DOJ's findings report states that after the Wilcox cellphone-video incident, prison staff then allowed the assailant to strike the victim and to use a cart to drag the victim, who was lying limp, along an outdoor walkway, with one bare foot dragging on the pavement, and that two Wilcox COs were terminated from GDC employment shortly thereafter.
The finding
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's list of Georgia prison homicides reports James Forest Williams, 43, died October 3, 2022 at Wilcox State Prison of blunt and sharp force injuries to head, torso and extremities.
The finding
The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts' Inmate Health Care performance audit lists Wilcox with 'No MH' designated highest MH level, 0 budgeted mental health care staff (FTE), and 0 MH caseload.
The finding
At least eight men described as 'validated gang members' have been charged with murder for allegedly entering the cell of Mariol Rawls, 41, at Wilcox State Prison in late August 2024 and stabbing him repeatedly with a 12-inch blade, walking him to the shower and back and then placing him in his bunk, according to arrest warrants.
The finding
The AJC reports that at least 44 people have been homicide victims so far in 2024 in Georgia's prison system, citing the Rawls case at Wilcox State Prison among recent homicides.
The finding
The Georgia Department of Public Health says its investigation into Legionnaires' disease at Wilcox State Prison has been ongoing since December 2023, following reports of illness.
The finding
WALB reported that a mother and sister said their loved one was allegedly stabbed more than 30 times during a gang-related fight at Wilcox State Prison on Sept. 3.
The finding
WSB-TV reported that Dominique Cole died on Sunday inside Wilcox State Prison, just weeks away from his release date; his family said Cole was transferred from a mental health facility in Johnson County to Wilcox State Prison days before the 37-year-old died.
All Data Points
162 verified data points extracted from primary sources.
Dylan Stokes designated fire safety compliance officer for Wilcox County Policy
The Georgia Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire's Special Hazards Fire Safety Compliance Officers page lists Dylan Stokes, phone (470) 527-4529, as the compliance officer covering Wilcox County among others.
No Wilcox mention in December 2025 Board of Corrections minutes Data gap
A search of the Georgia Board of Corrections December 2025 board meeting minutes for 'Wilcox' and 'WSP' returned no match, indicating no reference to Wilcox State Prison in that document.
Steve Eady began GDC career at Wilcox State Prison in 1994 Case detail
A Georgia Department of Corrections press release stated that Steve Eady began his career with the Department in 1994 as a Correctional Officer at Wilcox State Prison and had dedicated 21 years to Wilcox State Prison since 1994.
GDC statewide visitation suspension through April 10, 2020 Policy
Following a directive from Governor Kemp, the Georgia Department of Corrections suspended visitation at all correctional facilities statewide, effective through April 10, 2020.
Lawrence Whittington promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Homer Bryson announced the promotion of Lawrence Whittington to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective November 16, 2016.
AJC records three homicides at Wilcox State Prison Statistic
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's compiled list of Georgia prison homicides records three homicides at Wilcox State Prison: James Forest Williams, 43 (died Oct. 3, 2022, blunt and sharp force injuries to head, torso and extremities); Arthur Williams, 55 (July 18, 2024); and Mariol Juante Rawls, 41 (Aug. 27, 2024).
3 homicides
Dominique Cole died at Wilcox State Prison on June 8 Case detail
Dominique Cole died on June 8 inside Wilcox State Prison, according to the Georgia Department of Corrections.
Inmate Stephen Beck found unresponsive at Wilcox SP, pronounced dead Case detail
On June 25, 2018, correctional officers at Wilcox State Prison found inmate Stephen Beck (GDC #1002038090) unresponsive in his cell at approximately 8:55 a.m.; medical staff attempted to revive him but were unsuccessful, and EMTs pronounced him deceased at 9:18 a.m. GDC was investigating the death as an apparent suicide.
Board of Corrections March 2022 minutes include Wilcox arrest totals Finding
Board of Corrections minutes for a March 2022 meeting record that Mr. Nix's report included the total arrests for Baldwin, Calhoun, Dooly, Hays, Johnson, Macon, Smith, and Wilcox state prison and total civilian arrests.
No Wilcox mention in September 2025 Board of Corrections minutes Data gap
A search of the Georgia Board of Corrections September 2025 board meeting minutes for 'Wilcox' and 'WSP' returned no match.
Steve Eady promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox effective Nov 16, 2015 Case detail
GDC Commissioner Homer Bryson announced the promotion of Steve Eady to Deputy Warden of Security of Wilcox State Prison effective November 16, 2015, with Wilcox State Prison then housing 1,827 medium security male offenders.
Shawn Emmons named Warden of Wilcox State Prison effective July 1, 2017 Case detail
GDC Commissioner Gregory C. Dozier announced the reassignment of Shawn Emmons to Warden at Wilcox State Prison effective July 1, 2017, overseeing 219 staff members and 1,840 medium security male offenders.
Inmate James Wheeler found unresponsive, pronounced dead at Wilcox SP Case detail
On October 29, 2017, a Correctional Officer found inmate James Wheeler (GDC#1148609) unresponsive in his cell at Wilcox State Prison at 5:25 a.m.; he was pronounced deceased at 7:50 a.m. by the Wilcox County Coroner, and GDC investigated the death as an apparent suicide.
Arthur Williams died at Wilcox State Prison July 18, 2024 Case detail
Arthur Williams, 55, died July 18, 2024 at Wilcox State Prison. GDC incident report data shows a homicide involving two inmates; the death certificate was not yet in as of the AJC article.
Dominique Cole was serving 10-year sentence for aggravated assault Case detail
Dominique Cole was serving a 10-year sentence for aggravated assault out of Floyd County, with a maximum release date of August 2025.
Wilcox SP designated as GDC Fire Station #17 Policy
GDC's Fire Station Operations SOP 511.04 designates Station #17 as Wilcox State Prison among GDC's fire department's designated stations.
No Wilcox mention in Washington Examiner drone-smuggling article Data gap
A search of a Washington Examiner article on federal charges against a dozen people for smuggling drugs and phones into Georgia prisons via drones returned no match for 'Wilcox', 'Wilcox State Prison', or 'Georgia state prison'.
Wilcox State Prison housed 1,827 medium security male offenders in 2015 Statistic
According to a GDC press release, Wilcox State Prison currently housed 1,827 medium security male offenders at the time of Steve Eady's promotion announcement (effective November 16, 2015).
1,827 inmates
Lawrence Whittington promoted to Warden at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Timothy C. Ward announced the promotion of Lawrence Whittington to Warden at Wilcox State Prison effective December 1, 2020.
Arthur Williams was serving 12 years for aggravated assault Case detail
According to GDC spokesperson Joan Heath, Arthur Williams was serving 12 years for aggravated assault out of Newton County with a maximum release date of December 2025. His body was to be taken to the GBI Crime Lab to determine cause of death.
Dominique Cole transferred from mental health facility days before death Case detail
Dominique Cole's family said that just days after the Department of Corrections transferred Cole from a mental health facility in Johnson County to Wilcox State Prison, the 37-year-old was dead, within nine days.
Wilcox SP Fire Station 17 established October 1994, ~100 calls annually Statistic
GDC's Fire Services & Life Saving Unit fact sheet states that Wilcox State Prison's Station No. 17 was established in October 1994 and responds to an average of 100 calls annually, serving Wilcox County.
100 calls per year
No Wilcox mention in GDC 2nd Quarter 2018 contraband interdiction release Data gap
A search of the GDC press release 'Contraband Interdiction Efforts Continue in 2nd Quarter 2018' for 'Wilcox', 'Wilcox SP', and 'Wilcox State Prison' returned no match.
Wilcox State Prison lockdown after gang-related inmate death Case detail
Wilcox State Prison was placed on lockdown following a gang-related altercation in which an inmate died; GDC stated the facility was on lockdown until further notice.
Wilcox SP warden oversees 265 staff and ~1,840 medium-security male offenders (2020) Statistic
As Warden of Wilcox State Prison effective December 1, 2020, Lawrence Whittington was responsible for overseeing 265 staff at the facility and approximately 1,840 medium-security male offenders.
265 staff vs. 1,840 medium-security male offenders
James Forest Williams died Oct. 3, 2022 at Wilcox Case detail
James Forest Williams, 43, died Oct. 3, 2022 at Wilcox State Prison from blunt and sharp force injuries to head, torso and extremities, per the AJC homicide list.
Warden told father son had encounter with different inmate Quote
Resley Cole said he learned his son died when the warden at the prison called on Sunday, saying his son had an encounter with a different inmate and did not survive.
255 cameras installed throughout Wilcox SP Statistic
GDC's PREA Annual Report states that 255 cameras were installed throughout Wilcox State Prison.
255 cameras
Joseph Burnette promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Timothy C. Ward announced the promotion of Joseph Burnette to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective December 1, 2020.
Four arrested over two days for smuggling contraband into Wilcox SP Case detail
Authorities arrested four people over a two-day period, June 24 and 25, for attempting to smuggle contraband into Wilcox State Prison, according to WGXA reporting on GDC information.
Mariol Juante Rawls died Aug. 27, 2024 at Wilcox Case detail
Mariol Juante Rawls, 41, died Aug. 27, 2024 at Wilcox State Prison. GDC incident report data shows nine offenders involved and a homemade weapon; the death certificate was not yet in as of the AJC article.
Wilcox State Prison capacity 1827, opened 1994, medium security Statistic
GDC's facility page for Wilcox State Prison lists its capacity as 1827, constructed 1993, opened 1994, security level medium.
1,827 beds
GDC spokesperson: all facilities on lockdown after Dooly gang fight Quote
A GDC spokesperson said: "Out of an abundance of caution, all GDC facilities have been placed on lockdown until further notice," after a gang-related altercation at Dooly State Prison injured nine inmates.
Clandestine video shows inmate orderly punching inmate at Wilcox Case detail
The AJC investigation reports that at Wilcox State Prison a clandestine video captured a female correctional officer and another officer moving an inmate on a cart while an inmate orderly punched him.
No Rodney Whatley match in AJC prison homicide list Data gap
A search of the AJC investigation 'Ga prison homicides: A list of those killed in Georgia's prison system' for 'Whatley' and 'Rodney Whatley' returned no match.
Wilcox SP Deputy Warden of Security supervises ~188 security staff and ~1,840 offenders (2020) Statistic
As Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective December 1, 2020, Joseph Burnette was responsible for supervising and managing approximately 188 security staff members and 1,840 medium-security male offenders at the facility.
188 security staff vs. 1,840 medium-security male offenders
Two caught on Wilcox SP property with tobacco, phones, vape pens Case detail
On June 24, two people, including Kaylashia Wright, were spotted on the property of Wilcox State Prison and found with tobacco, cellphones, lighters, cigarettes, rolling papers, vape pens, charging blocks, and charging cables.
Maurice Brown killed in gang-related fight at Wilcox Case detail
Maurice Brown was pronounced dead as a result of a gang-related fight in one of Wilcox State Prison's dorms. His body was turned over to the coroner and taken to the GBI Crime Lab to determine official cause of death.
Wilcox State Prison visitation hours Policy
GDC's facility page for Wilcox State Prison lists visitation hours as 9:00AM to 3:00PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and State Holidays.
Statewide lockdown followed gang-related altercations at five prisons including Wilcox Case detail
WGXA reported that all GDC facilities were placed on lockdown following a string of "gang-related" altercations at Dooly, Smith, Wilcox, Hays and Valdosta state prisons the prior month.
Two Wilcox officers fired and charged after video Case detail
The AJC reports the two officers in the Wilcox video were Melissa Lawson, a unit manager, and Tanja O'Neal, a lieutenant, and that both were fired and charged with battery, riot in a penal institution, and violation of their oaths as officers.
No Dukes or Dewberry match in AJC prison homicide list Data gap
A search of the AJC investigation 'Ga prison homicides: A list of those killed in Georgia's prison system' for 'Fatian Dukes', 'Corey Dewberry', 'Dukes,' and 'Dewberry,' returned no match.
Officer Askalonia Barrett arrested for contraband introduction at Wilcox State Prison Case detail
On December 4, 2016, the Wilcox County Sheriff's Department arrested Correctional Officer Askalonia Barrett for Introduction of Contraband Behind Guard Lines and Violation of Oath by a Public Officer after she failed to clear the metal detector at the front entry; a strip search found 6 small Ziploc bags of tobacco and 4 packs of rolling papers.
Charles Mims promoted to Warden at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced the promotion of Charles Mims to Warden at Wilcox State Prison effective January 15, 2023.
Traffic stop near Wilcox SP yields contraband; two arrested Case detail
On June 25, Abbeville police conducted a traffic stop near Wilcox State Prison and found contraband wrapped in blue tape and cellophane, leading to the arrest of Isaac Gibbs and Maurice Williams.
Maurice Brown was serving 25 years for kidnapping Case detail
GDC officials said Maurice Brown was convicted of kidnapping in Fulton County and was serving a 25-year sentence, with a maximum release date of 2034.
Wilcox State Prison housing configuration Finding
GDC's facility page describes housing as four and one-half buildings with 120 per dorm in 24 double-bunked and 24 triple-bunked cells each, plus three housing units of four open dormitories (two housing approximately 48 per dorm and the other approximately 94 per dorm).
Visitation suspended at four prisons over holiday weekend Policy
The GDC shared a social media post notifying the public that Dooly, Washington, Ware and Hancock state prisons would not have visitation over a holiday weekend from Saturday, May 22, to Monday, May 25, while all other state facilities would remain open.
GDC spokesperson says staff in identified cases terminated and charged Finding
A GDC spokesperson, Lori Benoit, told the AJC regarding the cases it identified (including the Wilcox incident) that 'all staff have been terminated, charged and are pending court prosecution.'
Contraband cellphone video of assault at Wilcox circulated before June 2023 DOJ visit Case detail
The DOJ's findings report on Georgia prisons states that shortly before DOJ visited Wilcox State Prison for a site visit in June 2023, a video shot on a contraband cellphone circulated on social media, appearing to show an incarcerated person assaulting another incarcerated person outdoors, with foot dragging on the pavement, and that two Wilcox COs were terminated from GDC employment shortly thereafter.
Wilcox SP warden oversees ~1,800 medium-security male offenders (2023) Statistic
As Warden of Wilcox State Prison effective January 15, 2023, Charles Mims was responsible for overseeing staff members and approximately 1,800 medium-security male offenders.
1,800 medium-security male offenders
Officers 'utilized' inmate Erlando Horne to strike Jammie Davis Case detail
According to arrest warrants cited by the AJC, officers Lawson and O'Neal 'utilized' inmate Erlando 'Big E' Horne, described as 6-2 and 260 pounds, to strike inmate Jammie Davis in the face, head, and torso while Davis's bare feet dragged on the ground.
Seven inmates hospitalized, two airlifted in Wilcox fight Statistic
As a result of the gang-related fight at Wilcox State Prison, seven inmates were taken to hospitals, two of whom had to be airlifted due to the severity of their injuries; two other inmates with minor injuries were treated at the prison. No staff injuries were reported and the prison was placed on lockdown.
7 inmates hospitalized
Wilcox State Prison correctional officer vacancy rate 69.17% Statistic
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's list of worst-staffed Georgia prisons, based on GDC staffing records, lists Wilcox State Prison as medium security with 1,846 inmates and a correctional officer vacancy rate of 69.17%.
69.2%
Five inmates hospitalized after fights at Smith, Wilcox, Hays, Valdosta Statistic
A GDC spokesperson said fights at Smith, Wilcox, Hays, and Valdosta State Prisons resulted in a total of five inmates being sent to the hospital with "non-life-threatening" injuries, and all GDC prisons were placed under lockdown after the string of altercations.
5 inmates hospitalized
Inmate describes being attacked in officer's presence at Wilcox Finding
A Georgia prison inmate told the AJC in a written statement that he too was attacked in officer Lawson's presence at Wilcox, and that inmates labeled snitches or disowned by gangs become 'de facto weapons for officers,' rewarded with work details, freedom of movement and contraband.
Wilcox segregated individuals reported receiving no required services, programs, or outside recreation Finding
The DOJ's findings report on Georgia prisons states that incarcerated individuals at Wilcox State Prison reported that in segregation they did not receive any required services, programs, or outside recreation.
Micheal Thomas reassigned to Warden at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced the reassignment of Micheal Thomas, Warden at Dodge State Prison, to Warden at Wilcox State Prison effective July 16, 2025.
AJC investigation: officers used inmates as weapons Finding
An AJC investigation reported that some Georgia correctional officers used inmates as weapons against other inmates, as illustrated by arrest warrants describing officers Lawson and O'Neal 'utilizing' Erlando Horne to strike Jammie Davis.
Two inmates airlifted from Wilcox fight Statistic
Two of the seven inmates hospitalized after the Wilcox State Prison fight had to be airlifted due to the severity of their injuries.
2 inmates airlifted
Wilcox State Prison inmate count 1,846 Statistic
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's list of worst-staffed Georgia prisons lists Wilcox State Prison as medium security with 1,846 inmates.
1,846 inmates
GDC: all incidents believed gang-related, statewide lockdown Finding
GDC said all of the incidents (at Smith, Wilcox, Hays, Valdosta and Dooly state prisons) were believed to be "gang-related," and that "out of an abundance of caution," all GDC facilities had been placed on lockdown until further notice.
GDC suspended visitation through April 10, 2020 Policy
GDC's COVID-19 response press release states that visitation at GDC facilities was suspended through April 10, 2020.
Wilcox among 24 of ~34 GDC close- and medium-security prisons covered by DOJ investigation Finding
The DOJ's findings report on Georgia prisons lists Wilcox State Prison among the prisons that constitute 24 of the approximately 34 GDC prisons housing incarcerated men or women at the close- and medium-security levels, which DOJ's investigation covered.
Wilcox SP warden oversees ~1,833 male offenders (2025) Statistic
As Warden of Wilcox State Prison effective July 16, 2025, Micheal Thomas was responsible for overseeing staff members and approximately 1,833 male offenders.
1,833 male offenders
Two inmates treated at prison for minor injuries Statistic
Two other inmates with minor injuries were treated at Wilcox State Prison following the gang-related fight.
2 inmates treated at prison
Wilcox State Prison FY18 average standard bed count 1,659 Statistic
A Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts special examination's Appendix C table lists Wilcox State Prison with an FY18 average standard bed count of 1,659.
1,659 beds
January 2025 gang altercation injures nine inmates at Wilcox Case detail
Following a gang-related altercation on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, that injured nine inmates, Wilcox State Prison was placed on lockdown at the warden's discretion.
Two Wilcox correctional officers terminated after assault video circulated Case detail
DOJ's findings report states that two Wilcox correctional officers were terminated from GDC employment shortly after a video of an assault at Wilcox State Prison circulated on social media.
Jimmy Kellom promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced the promotion of Jimmy Kellom, Unit Manager at Telfair State Prison, to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective May 1, 2026.
Sumrall v. Mims prisoner civil-rights suit pending against GDC and Wilcox staff Legal fact
Sumrall v. Mims, a prisoner civil-rights suit naming the Georgia Department of Corrections, Latorsha Jones, Charles Mims, Sisson, Michael Thomas and Walker (identified as Food Service Director at Wilcox State Prison), was still pending with an answer and jury demand on file as of August 17, 2026.
Wilcox State Prison FY18 average special use bed count 124 Statistic
A Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts special examination's Appendix C table lists Wilcox State Prison with an FY18 average special use bed count of 124.
124 beds
Modified visitation: one visit every other month, max two hours Policy
Under GDC's modified visitation policy, one visit every other month per inmate was allowed, and visits were no more than two hours in length.
Wilcox placed on lockdown at warden's discretion after altercation Policy
At the warden's discretion, Wilcox State Prison was placed on lockdown following the January 9, 2025 altercation.
No Wilcox or Abbeville mention in DOJ NDGA GDC guard corruption release Data gap
A search of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia press release 'Further corruption involving Georgia Department of Corrections guards exposed' for 'Wilcox', 'Wilcox State Prison', and 'Abbeville' returned no match.
DOJ findings report cover dated October 1, 2024 Methodology note
The DOJ's findings report on Georgia prisons is dated on its cover October 1, 2024.
Wilcox SP Deputy Warden of Security oversees 1,838 male offenders (2026) Statistic
As Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective May 1, 2026, Jimmy Kellom was responsible for overseeing security staff members and 1,838 male offenders.
1,838 male offenders
Williams v. Wilcox State Prison dismissed for failure to strictly comply with Tort Claims Act notice Legal fact
In Williams v. Wilcox State Prison, the Georgia Court of Appeals affirmed dismissal of a visitor's negligence suit against Wilcox State Prison and GDOC for a slip-and-fall injury, holding that her ante-litem notice failed to strictly comply with the Georgia Tort Claims Act's notice requirements.
Wilcox State Prison FY18 average physical bed count 1,783 Statistic
A Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts special examination's Appendix C table lists Wilcox State Prison with an FY18 average physical bed count of 1,783.
1,783 beds
FY21 mental health expansion added 64 offender capacity at Wilcox SP Statistic
During FY21, GDC expanded mental health services to four additional facilities, including Wilcox State Prison, adding capacity for 64 offenders at Wilcox SP.
64 offenders
Nine inmates injured with non-life-threatening injuries in Wilcox altercation Case detail
An altercation among multiple inmates occurred at Wilcox State Prison on Thursday, January 9, 2025, injuring nine inmates with non-life-threatening injuries, as reported in a WALB article published Jan. 13, 2025.
GDC records confirm officers brought 'warden's orderly' to help move assault victim Case detail
The DOJ's findings report states that shortly before DOJ visited Wilcox State Prison for a site visit in June 2023, a video shot on a contraband cellphone circulated on social media appearing to show an incarcerated person assaulting another incarcerated person outdoors on a prison walkway while an officer watched, and that GDC records confirm multiple officers, including those in supervisory positions, brought an incarcerated person who served as a 'warden's orderly' to the victim's housing unit to help move the victim, and that the victim already had been assaulted by another incarcerated person inside his housing unit.
PREA audit: Wilcox opened 1994, design capacity 1,840, population 1,728 Statistic
A PREA audit states Wilcox State Prison opened in 1994 with a design capacity of 1,840 and a population of 1,728 at the time of the audit.
1,728 inmates vs. 1,840 design capacity
Tracey Jackson promoted to Deputy Warden of Care and Treatment at Wilcox SP Case detail
GDC Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced the promotion of Tracey Jackson, Behavioral Health Counselor Supervisor at Dooly State Prison, to Deputy Warden of Care and Treatment at Wilcox State Prison effective March 16, 2026.
Octavious Williams suit dismissed about one month after filing Legal fact
A suit by Octavious Williams against Wilcox State Prison was granted in forma pauperis status and dismissed by US District Judge Tilman E. Self III on June 28, 2018, about one month after it was filed.
Wilcox State Prison highest security capacity 1,410 Statistic
The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts' Inmate Health Care performance audit lists Wilcox as a Medium security-level facility with a highest security capacity of 1,410.
1,410 beds
Statewide bond: $89.6M to replace locking controls Statistic
The Governor's Budget Report lists a statewide bond package item: "Corrections, Department of: Design and construction to replace locking controls, statewide" for $89,596,895.
$89.6M USD
Statesboro woman arrested after drone drug smuggling attempt at Wilcox Case detail
WALB reported that a woman from Statesboro was arrested after deputies said a drone was caught trying to smuggle drugs into Wilcox State Prison.
No Rawls or Wilcox State Prison charges in WALB Wilcox County news Data gap
A search of WALB's Wilcox County News page for 'Rawls', 'indicted', 'Wilcox State Prison inmate charged', and 'Wilcox State Prison murder charge' returned no match.
Source
Staff allowed assailant to strike and drag limp victim along walkway Case detail
The DOJ's findings report states that after the Wilcox cellphone-video incident, prison staff then allowed the assailant to strike the victim and to use a cart to drag the victim, who was lying limp, along an outdoor walkway, with one bare foot dragging on the pavement, and that two Wilcox COs were terminated from GDC employment shortly thereafter.
Shawn Emmons listed as Warden of Wilcox State Prison in February 2018 Board minutes Case detail
The Georgia Board of Corrections' February 2018 meeting minutes list Shawn Emmons as Warden of Wilcox State Prison.
Wilcox SP opened 1994, design capacity 1,827, population 1,728 at PREA audit Statistic
GDC's PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison describes it as a medium level male prison that opened in 1994, located at 470 South Broad Street, Abbeville, GA, with a design capacity of 1,827 and a population at the time of the audit of 1,728.
1,827 design capacity vs. 1,728 population at time of audit
Johnson v. Lewis process issued to Wilcox and Hays John Does Legal fact
In Ricky J. Johnson's prisoner civil rights suit, process was issued for defendants Sharon Lewis, Homer Bryson, Mohammad, Chaudray, Ferrell, Turner, Johnson, a John Doe employed at Wilcox State Prison, a John Doe employed at Hays State Prison, and Kevin Marler.
Wilcox State Prison budgeted physical care staff 14.5 FTE Statistic
The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts' Inmate Health Care performance audit lists Wilcox with budgeted physical care staff (FTE) of 14.5.
14.5 FTE
Statewide bond: $84.7M for fire alarm, perimeter security, cameras Statistic
The Governor's Budget Report lists a statewide bond package item: "Corrections, Department of: Design and construct fire alarm replacement, perimeter security and lighting, thermal cameras, and CCTV, statewide" for $84,661,607.
$84.7M USD
No Whatley or Collins match in WALB Wilcox County news Data gap
A search of WALB's Wilcox County News page for 'Whatley' and 'Collins' returned no match.
Source
James Forest Williams, 43, died at Wilcox Oct 3, 2022 of blunt and sharp force injuries Case detail
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's list of Georgia prison homicides reports James Forest Williams, 43, died October 3, 2022 at Wilcox State Prison of blunt and sharp force injuries to head, torso and extremities.
Wilcox SP PREA audit findings: 2 exceeded, 39 met, 0 not met, 2 not applicable Finding
GDC's PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison records the summary of audit findings as: Number of standards exceeded: 2; Number of standards met: 39; Number of standards not met: 0; Number of standards not applicable: 2.
Wilcox State Prison has no infirmary, CSU with 4 beds Finding
The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts' Inmate Health Care performance audit lists Wilcox as having no infirmary, a CSU with 4 beds, and no observation unit.
Drone smuggling suspect faced nine felony charges and one misdemeanor Case detail
A woman from Statesboro was arrested after the Wilcox County Sheriff's Office found a drone and three packages containing about 15 and a half pounds of marijuana and nearly 17 pounds of meth near Owensboro Road that deputies believe was headed for Wilcox State Prison, and she faces nine felony charges and one misdemeanor including using an unmanned aircraft, trafficking drugs, conspiracy, and weapons possession.
Mariol Juante Rawls, 41, died at Wilcox Aug 27, 2024; nine offenders and homemade weapon in incident data Case detail
The AJC's Georgia prison homicides list reports Mariol Juante Rawls, 41, died August 27, 2024 at Wilcox State Prison, and that GDC incident report data shows nine offenders involved and a homemade weapon; the death certificate was not yet in as of the article.
Wilcox SP housing layout per PREA audit Finding
A PREA audit describes Wilcox State Prison's housing as four and one-half buildings with about 120 inmates per dorm in 24 double-bunked and about 24 triple-bunked cells each, plus three housing units of four open dormitories (two housing about 48 per dorm, two housing about 80 per dorm), with 22 isolation cells and 24 double-bunked segregation cells.
No match for named individuals in Wilcox County News search Data gap
A search of Wilcox County News at walb.com for 'Marcus Walker', 'Deon Vanzyre', 'Ian Henry', 'Darrius Zanders', 'Trey Moody' and 'Wilcox State Prison inmate dead' returned no match, indicating no coverage of these names in that outlet as of the retrieval date.
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Wilcox State Prison designated 'No MH' highest MH level, 0 MH staff, 0 caseload Finding
The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts' Inmate Health Care performance audit lists Wilcox with 'No MH' designated highest MH level, 0 budgeted mental health care staff (FTE), and 0 MH caseload.
$34.3M for locking control system replacement at various facilities Statistic
The Governor's Budget Report lists "$34,262,515 for design and construction to replace locking control systems at various facilities" among GDC budget changes.
$34.3M USD
High-speed chase through four counties after Wilcox contraband drop foiled Case detail
WGXA reported that multiple contraband drop attempts at Wilcox State Prison resulted in a high-speed chase through four Midstate counties, after Abbeville Police pulled over a car with two people inside and noticed a drone with tape over its lights, and the driver sped off leading officers on a chase reaching speeds up to 135 miles per hour through Pulaski, Dooly, and Houston County before crashing on I-16 near Downtown.
At least eight 'validated gang members' charged with murder in Rawls killing Case detail
At least eight men described as 'validated gang members' have been charged with murder for allegedly entering the cell of Mariol Rawls, 41, at Wilcox State Prison in late August 2024 and stabbing him repeatedly with a 12-inch blade, walking him to the shower and back and then placing him in his bunk, according to arrest warrants.
$248,062 for 'tiger team' to support GDC locking team Statistic
The Governor's Budget Report lists a GDC budget item: "Provide funds for a 'tiger team' to support existing GDC locking team to address repairs needed on facility locks, locking controls, and security electronics" for $248,062.
$248,062 USD
Two arrested after high-speed chase held in Wilcox County Jail Case detail
WGXA reported that the two people involved in the high-speed chase following the foiled Wilcox State Prison drone contraband drop were arrested and held in the Wilcox County Jail with warrants pending.
At least 44 homicide victims in Georgia prisons in 2024 (as of AJC reporting) Statistic
The AJC reports that at least 44 people have been homicide victims so far in 2024 in Georgia's prison system, citing the Rawls case at Wilcox State Prison among recent homicides.
44 homicide victims
Legionnaires' disease investigation at Wilcox SP ongoing since December 2023 Finding
The Georgia Department of Public Health says its investigation into Legionnaires' disease at Wilcox State Prison has been ongoing since December 2023, following reports of illness.
Stephen Beck found unresponsive, pronounced dead at Wilcox SP Case detail
Correctional Officers found inmate Stephen Beck unresponsive in his cell at Wilcox State Prison at approximately 8:55 a.m. on June 25; prison medical staff attempted to revive him but were unsuccessful, and he was pronounced deceased at 9:18 a.m. by Emergency Medical Technicians.
$93.2M for four 126-bed modular correctional units Statistic
The Governor's Budget Report lists a GDC budget item: "Provide funds for sitework and construction of four 126-bed modular correctional units to facilitate offender population movement necessary for capital and security improvements" for $93,203,352.
$93.2M USD
Three charged with trafficking after pursuit and K-9 track near Wilcox Case detail
Three individuals were charged with trafficking ecstasy, trafficking methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession of Schedule II oxycodone and introducing contraband after a pursuit and K-9 track in an area used for introducing contraband into Wilcox State Prison.
Antoine Caldwell appointed Warden of Wilcox effective July 1, 2013 Case detail
GDC Commissioner Brian Owens announced the appointment of Antoine Caldwell as Warden of Wilcox State Prison effective July 1, 2013, overseeing 323 staff members and 1,862 medium security male inmates.
Wilcox State Prison does not provide mental health services onsite Finding
A PREA audit report of Wilcox State Prison states that Wilcox State Prison does not provide Mental Health services onsite.
Legionnaires' investigation includes source identification, remediation plan, water sampling Methodology note
The investigation into Legionnaires' disease at Wilcox State Prison includes identifying the source of the Legionella bacteria, developing a plan to address the issue, and conducting multiple rounds of water sampling and testing.
Stephen Beck serving 10 years for attempted murder Case detail
Stephen Beck, whose death at Wilcox State Prison GDC was investigating as an apparent suicide, was sentenced to 10 years in Lowndes County for attempted murder, with a maximum release date of 2026.
$37.0M for project backlog and major maintenance/renovation Statistic
The Governor's Budget Report lists a GDC budget item: "Provide funds for project backlog and major maintenance and renovation projects at facilities" for $36,999,379.
$37.0M USD
Three arrested May 15, 2026 near Wilcox on trafficking charges Case detail
On Friday, May 15, 2026, three individuals were arrested after a pursuit and K-9 track near Wilcox State Prison, charged with trafficking ecstasy, trafficking methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession of Schedule II oxycodone and introducing contraband.
Wilcox had 323 staff and 1,862 medium security male inmates in 2013 Statistic
According to a GDC press release, Wilcox State Prison had 323 staff members and 1,862 medium security male inmates at the time of Antoine Caldwell's appointment as Warden effective July 1, 2013.
323 staff members vs. 1,862 medium security male inmates
Wilcox State Prison consists of twenty buildings Statistic
A PREA audit states Wilcox State Prison consists of twenty (20) buildings.
20 buildings
Wilcox County had more than 300 unindicted cases as of February 2026 Statistic
As of February 2026, Wilcox County had more than 300 unindicted cases in the Cordele Judicial Circuit.
300 unindicted cases
Three inmates still hospitalized, 11 returned after Wilcox fight Statistic
A GDC official told WALB around 4:30 p.m. on a Tuesday afternoon that three inmates injured in the Wilcox State Prison fight were still in the hospital, while 11 had been returned to the prison.
3 inmates vs. 11 returned to prison
Wilcox SP physical capacity 1862, operational capacity 1782 Statistic
A GDC facility description for Wilcox State Prison lists a physical capacity of 1862 and an operational capacity of 1782.
1,862 beds (physical capacity) vs. 1,782 operational capacity
James Spann promoted to Deputy Warden of Care & Treatment at Wilcox effective Sept 16, 2015 Case detail
GDC Commissioner Homer Bryson announced the promotion of James Spann from Chief Counselor at Calhoun State Prison to Deputy Warden of Care & Treatment at Wilcox State Prison effective September 16, 2015.
Wilcox State Prison has 22 Priority One Posts staffed 24/7 Statistic
A PREA audit states Wilcox State Prison has 22 Priority One Posts that are manned by one correctional officer for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
22 Priority One Posts
Cordele Judicial Circuit had more than 4,200 unindicted cases Statistic
An open records request revealed that the Cordele Judicial Circuit, covering Ben Hill, Dooly, Crisp and Wilcox counties, has more than 4,200 cases where the District Attorney's office has not formally charged anyone, many going back several years.
4,200 unindicted cases
Inmate allegedly stabbed more than 30 times in gang-related fight Case detail
WALB reported that a mother and sister said their loved one was allegedly stabbed more than 30 times during a gang-related fight at Wilcox State Prison on Sept. 3.
Clandestine video at Wilcox SP shows officer allowing inmate to punch another Case detail
At Wilcox State Prison, a clandestine video captured a scene in which a correctional officer allowed an inmate orderly to punch another inmate while officers held him.
Ponde excessive force claims against Green and Ussery allowed to proceed Legal fact
In Jeffery Ponde's suit against Wilcox State Prison and others, a magistrate judge recommended that the excessive force claims against Defendants Green and Ussery be allowed to proceed, with service directed as to those two Defendants.
James Spann reassigned from Wilcox to Autry State Prison in 2020 Case detail
James Spann, Deputy Warden of Care and Treatment at Wilcox State Prison since 2015, was reassigned to Autry State Prison as Deputy Warden of Care and Treatment in 2020.
PREA Cycle 4 audit: Wilcox population 1,558, ADP 1,623 Statistic
GDC's PREA Cycle 4 audit of Wilcox State Prison records a current population of 1,558 and an average daily population for the past 12 months of 1,623.
1,558 inmates vs. 1,623 average daily population
Dominique Cole died at Wilcox SP weeks before release after transfer from mental health facility Case detail
WSB-TV reported that Dominique Cole died on Sunday inside Wilcox State Prison, just weeks away from his release date; his family said Cole was transferred from a mental health facility in Johnson County to Wilcox State Prison days before the 37-year-old died.
Injured inmate left to recover without clothes, bed, or mattress Case detail
A family member said an anonymous source told her that her injured relative had been returned to Wilcox State Prison and left to recover 'without clothes, a bed, or a mattress.'
Sumrall v. Mims: plaintiff moves for expert witness, files GDC grievance forms Legal fact
In Sumrall v. Mims, plaintiff Ammon Ra Sumrall filed a motion asking the court to appoint an expert witness, with exhibits including a GDC Health Services Request Form and an Offender Grievance Form.
Wilcox State Prison dismissed from Ponde suit Legal fact
In Jeffery Ponde's suit, the district court adopted the magistrate's Report and Recommendation, dismissing the claims against Wilcox State Prison and dismissing Wilcox State Prison from the action.
PREA audit: Wilcox daily inmate count 1,838; auditor found adequate staffing, no overcrowding concerns Finding
GDC's PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison records a daily number of inmates of 1838, with the auditor observing that adequate staff appeared to be present in housing areas, work, education and other program areas, cameras and mirrors observed to augment staffing, and no issues or concerns noted for understaffing, overcrowding or poor line of sight.
PREA Cycle 4 audit: confined person capacity 1,672, ADP 1,623 Statistic
In its PAQ response, Wilcox State Prison provided staffing plans showing a confined person capacity of 1,672 and an average daily population for the last 12 months of 1,623.
1,672 confined person capacity vs. 1,623 average daily population
GDC confirmed Dominique Cole's body sent to GBI crime lab Case detail
Dominique Cole's father Resley Cole said the warden called him on Sunday to say Cole had an encounter with a different inmate and did not survive; GDC confirmed to WSB-TV that Cole's body was sent to the GBI crime lab to determine how he died.
Prison failed to contact family about injured inmate Finding
Family members of an inmate injured in a Wilcox State Prison fight said the prison told them it would contact them about his condition but never did.
Phase II energy savings presented for five sites including Wilcox Finding
GDC's Board of Corrections was presented with Phase II projected and actual savings figures for five sites -- Arrendale, Wilcox, Hays, GDCP and GSP -- from the performance energy contracting program, covering infrastructure upgrades, maintenance costs and energy costs before and after improvements.
Turner complaint recommended dismissed without prejudice Legal fact
In Turner v. Wilcox State Prison, a magistrate judge recommended that Plaintiff's complaint, as amended, be dismissed without prejudice for failure to state a claim upon which relief may be granted.
PREA audit: 174 Wilcox staff may have contact with inmates Statistic
GDC's PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison records the number of staff currently employed at the facility who may have contact with inmates as 174.
174 staff
PREA Cycle 4 audit: 6 standards exceeded, 39 met, 0 not met Statistic
GDC's PREA Cycle 4 audit of Wilcox State Prison records 6 standards exceeded (including 115.87 Data collection), 39 standards met, and 0 standards not met.
39 standards met vs. 6 standards exceeded
Faison v. GDC: court directed Wilcox State Prison to produce account certification Legal fact
In Faison v. Georgia Department of Corrections, the court directed Wilcox State Prison to produce an account certification for plaintiff Timothy Elijah Faison, confirming he was incarcerated at Wilcox State Prison when the suit was filed.
Ford v. Wilcox summary judgment deadline stayed Legal fact
In Ford v. Wilcox, a July 2021 order granted a motion to stay the deadline for filing a motion for summary judgment filed by defendants named Butts, Author Woodson, Thomas, Spikes, Casey, Timothy Ward, and Perry.
PREA audit: 4 standards exceeded, 41 met, 0 not met at Wilcox Finding
GDC's PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison records Number of standards exceeded: 4, including 115.33 Inmate education; Number of standards met: 41; Number of standards not met: 0.
PREA Cycle 4 audit: design capacity 1,672, population 1,558, ADP 1,623 Statistic
A PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison reported a designed facility capacity of 1,672, a current population of 1,558, and an average daily population for the past 12 months of 1,623.
1,558 inmates vs. 1,672 design capacity
Faison v. GDC dismissed without prejudice on October 10, 2019 Legal fact
In Faison v. Georgia Department of Corrections, the district judge granted two motions to dismiss and dismissed the case without prejudice on October 10, 2019.
Bundles and drone found on Owensboro Road May 14, 2026 Case detail
According to the Wilcox County Sheriff's Office, deputies were alerted to suspicious activity on Owensboro Road on May 14, 2026, and discovered three large wrapped bundles and a drone hidden in the wood line; a suspect led deputies on a brief chase into Rochelle before being taken into custody, and authorities also recovered a Glock 9mm pistol from the vehicle.
PREA audit: Wilcox designed capacity 1,838, current population 1,830 Statistic
A PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison reported a designed facility capacity of 1,838 and a current population of 1,830.
1,830 inmates (current population) vs. 1,838 designed facility capacity
No segregated housing population at Wilcox during PREA Cycle 4 audit Finding
A PREA audit of Wilcox State Prison found that there were no staff assigned to or confined persons in segregated housing while the auditor was onsite.
Wilcox SP completed FUSUS video platform installation Policy
GDC's Annual Fiscal Report lists Wilcox SP among the facilities that had completed installation of the FUSUS video platform, along with Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison, Hays SP, Washington SP, and Johnson SP.
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Jury trial cancelled after settlement notice in Morrison v. Rivera Legal fact
A docket entry states that the parties filed a Notice of Settlement, leading the court to cancel a jury trial that had been scheduled to begin Monday, July 21, 2025.
LaSandra Lofton promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison Case detail
GDC Interim Commissioner Timothy C. Ward announced the promotion of LaSandra Lofton to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective December 1, 2018, overseeing approximately 270 staff members and 1,827 medium security offenders.
Wilcox SP among 17 facilities with expanded mental health services in FY22 Policy
GDC's Annual Fiscal Report lists Wilcox SP among 17 facilities to which mental health services expansion measures had increased mental health services in FY22.
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No Wilcox mention in WSAV lockdown article Data gap
A search of the WSAV article 'All GDC facilities on lockdown after violent night' for 'Wilcox' and 'Abbeville' returned no match.
Lawrence Whittington promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison Case detail
GDC Commissioner Homer Bryson announced the promotion of Lawrence Whittington to Deputy Warden of Security at Wilcox State Prison effective November 16, 2016, overseeing 187 security staff and over 1,800 medium security male offenders.
Wilcox SP awaiting accreditation following FY22 audit Policy
GDC's Annual Fiscal Report lists Wilcox SP among the 'Facilities Awaiting Accreditation following Audit in FY22,' managed by GDC's Internal Assessment Unit under the Office of Professional Standards Compliance Unit.
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No Wilcox mention in April 2025 Board of Corrections minutes Data gap
A search of the Board of Corrections April 2025 meeting minutes for 'Wilcox' and 'WSP' returned no match.
Wilcox SP named in GDC recruitment campaign location targets Policy
The Georgia Board of Corrections' minutes record that a GDC recruitment-campaign presentation discussed location targets for GDC facilities including Wilcox State Prison, among a list of other named facilities.
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Key Entities
Organizations, people, facilities, and other named entities referenced in this research.
Abbeville Police Department
[organization]
Alamo Police Department
[organization]
Alexis Davilma
[person]
Ammon Ra Sumrall
[person]
Anthony Harding
[person]
Antoine Caldwell
[person]
Arrendale State Prison
[facility]
Arthur Williams
[person]
Artis Singleton
[person]
Askalonia Barrett
[person]
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
[organization]
Autry State Prison
[facility]
Brian Owens
[person]
Brittany Gully
[person]
Calhoun State Prison
[facility]
Charles Mims
[person]
Collins
[person]
Cordele Dispatch
[organization]
Cordele Judicial Circuit
[case]
Corey Dewberry
[person]
Dionte Mattox
[person]
Dodge State Prison
[facility]
Dominique Cole
[person]
Dooly State Prison
[facility]
Dylan Stokes
[person]
Erlando Horne
[person]
Faison v. Georgia Department of Corrections
[case]
Fatian Dukes
[person]
Ford v. Wilcox
[case]
Georgia Board of Corrections
[organization]
Georgia Bureau of Investigation
[organization]
Georgia Court of Appeals
[organization]
Georgia Department of Corrections
[organization]
Georgia Department of Public Health
[organization]
Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison
[facility]
Georgia Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire
[organization]
Georgia Procurement Registry
[organization]
Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission
[organization]
Georgia State Prison
[facility]
Gregory C. Dozier
[person]
GSFIC
[organization]
Hancock State Prison
[facility]
Hays State Prison
[facility]
Homer Bryson
[person]
Horace Young
[person]
House Budget and Research Office
[organization]
Isaac Gibbs
[person]
James Forest Williams
[person]
James Spann
[person]
James Wheeler
[person]
Jammie Davis
[person]
Jasmine White
[person]
Jeffery Ponde
[person]
Jimmy Kellom
[person]
Joan Heath
[person]
John Trevor Turner
[person]
Johnson v. Lewis
[case]
Joseph Burnette
[person]
Kalen Marshall
[person]
Kaylashia Wright
[person]
LaSandra Lofton
[person]
Lawrence Whittington
[person]
Lawson
[person]
Lloyd Thomas
[person]
Lori Benoit
[person]
Mariol Juante Rawls
[person]
Maurice Brown
[person]
Maurice Williams
[person]
Melissa Lawson
[person]
Micheal Thomas
[person]
Morrison v. Rivera
[case]
O'Neal
[person]
Octavious Williams v. Wilcox State Prison
[case]
Ponde v. Wilcox State Prison
[case]
PREA Audit of Wilcox State Prison
[program]
Quoizel Monte Jones
[person]
Rachelle Hale
[person]
Rawls
[person]
Resley Cole
[person]
Richard Edwards
[person]
Rodney Whatley
[person]
Shakerah Willis
[person]
Shawn Emmons
[person]
Smith State Prison
[facility]
Stephen Beck
[person]
Steve Eady
[person]
Steven Turner
[person]
Sumrall v. Mims
[case]
Tanja O'Neal
[person]
Telfair State Prison
[facility]
Tihirah Johnson
[person]
Timothy C. Ward
[person]
Timothy Elijah Faison
[person]
Tracey Jackson
[person]
Turner v. Wilcox State Prison
[case]
Tyrone Oliver
[person]
U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia
[organization]
U.S. Department of Justice
[organization]
WALB
[organization]
Ware State Prison
[facility]
WGXA
[organization]
Wilcox County Coroner
[organization]
Wilcox County Detention Center
[facility]
Wilcox County Sheriff's Department
[organization]
Wilcox County Sheriff's Office
[organization]
Wilcox State Prison
[facility]
Williams v. Wilcox State Prison
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