#GeorgiaDepartmentofcorrections

Who’s the Real Criminal? How Georgia Steals money

The Georgia Department of Corrections isn’t just locking people up—it’s shaking them down for every penny. Through a no-bid contract with Stewart’s Distribution, commissary prices have been artificially inflated, forcing inmates and their families to pay double, sometimes triple, the real cost of basic necessities like ramen noodles and coffee. Meanwhile, millions of dollars in inmate funds vanish into a black hole, with no public audits, no oversight, and wardens openly admitting that these funds pay for prison staff perks. Who’s the real criminal here?

Read the full story to uncover how Georgia’s prison system is stealing from the very people it claims to rehabilitate.

Decarceration as a Solution to Georgia’s Prison Crisis

Georgia’s prisons are overcrowded, violent, and costly—but the solution could be simpler than you think.

Thousands of elderly and long-term inmates remain behind bars, despite overwhelming evidence they pose little risk. Could releasing these prisoners save taxpayer money, improve safety, and humanize a broken system? Explore how decarceration has successfully transformed other states and countries—and why Georgia should follow their lead.

Georgia Prisons’ ACA Compliance vs. Inhumane Reality

Georgia prisons claim to meet ACA standards for humane treatment, yet investigations reveal a shocking reality: overcrowded cells, dangerously inadequate meals, and filthy conditions that defy basic human rights. Behind the official accreditation lies a disturbing pattern of neglect and abuse, exposing a system that’s ACA-compliant in name only.

Nutrition Neglect: How Georgia’s Prison Food Is Fueling Violence

Could something as basic as food be the hidden trigger behind prison riots and unrest?

In Georgia prisons, hunger isn’t just about discomfort—it’s fueling a crisis. Malnutrition and barely-edible meals at $1.80 a day are not just depriving incarcerated people of nutrition; they’re driving desperation, mental health breakdowns, and escalating violence behind bars.

In this investigative piece, we reveal the shocking truth about the state of food in Georgia’s correctional facilities and how it directly impacts safety, mental health, and rehabilitation—AND Violence!!

Georgia’s Corrections Spending vs Public Safety: A Costly Imbalance

Georgia’s Costly Corrections System: Billions Spent, Average Safety Returns

Georgia incarcerates more of its citizens than any democratic nation on Earth, with an incarceration rate of 881 per 100,000 people. Since 1970, the state has seen a staggering 671% increase in its prison population.

Despite pouring over $35 billion into its corrections system since 2000—with annual spending set to reach nearly $1.9 billion in 2025—Georgia’s public safety outcomes remain average. The state ranks just 20th nationally in crime statistics, with violent crime rates only slightly below national averages.

One in every eighteen Georgia adults is under some form of correctional supervision—73% higher than Pennsylvania, the state with the second-highest rate. 1 in 7 adults in Georgia currently have a felony conviction. This massive investment in incarceration has failed to deliver exceptional safety results, while many states with dramatically lower imprisonment rates achieved better crime statistics.

Is Georgia wasting billions on a corrections approach that doesn’t work?

Ignoring the Trap: How Indifference Fuels Georgia’s Prison Crisis

When a mouse fears a mousetrap, its plea for help goes ignored by those who think the danger isn’t theirs. Yet, tragedy reveals a profound truth: injustice and neglect, even behind prison walls, ripple outward, affecting us all. This powerful parable reveals why empathy for those incarcerated isn’t just humane—it’s essential.

A Tale of Two Prisons: What Georgia Can Learn from Norway

Georgia’s prisons breed fear and violence, trapping inmates in cycles of despair. Norway, however, offers humane conditions and genuine rehabilitation—proving that dignity, compassion, and investment in prisoners lead to safer communities and drastically lower recidivism. Georgia has a chance to choose a better path.

Reporting Prisoner Safety Concerns in Georgia

If your loved one is in danger, time is of the essence. The first step is contacting prison officials—starting with the Warden and the GDC Ombudsman’s Office at (478) 992-5358 or [email protected] to document concerns and demand intervention. If immediate protection isn’t granted, escalate to GDC’s Facilities Division Director at (404) 656-2809, requesting an emergency transfer. Meanwhile, the inmate should file grievances and protective custody requests inside the facility to create a formal record.

How to Create a Parole Packet for Georgia State Prisoners

For families and advocates of incarcerated individuals in Georgia, preparing a well-organized parole packet can significantly increase the chances of a successful parole review. While parole consideration is automatic, submitting a persuasive packet helps highlight an inmate’s rehabilitation, support system, and reentry plan—key factors in the Parole Board’s decision-making process.

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on assembling a parole packet, including:
✅ What the Parole Board considers in its decision
✅ Key documents to include, such as letters of support and a reentry plan
✅ Sample parole packet letters from family, inmates, and mentors
✅ Tips from parole attorneys on what works best

A strong parole packet doesn’t just tell the Board that an inmate is ready—it shows them with clear evidence, structured plans, and support from the community.

Lethal Negligence: The Hidden Death Toll in Georgia’s Prisons

The Georgia prison system is not just negligent—it is complicit in covering up murders. With protective custody failures, gang-controlled facilities, and blatant falsification of documents, the state has perfected the art of avoiding accountability.