The issues involving lack of safety, transparency and poor financial practices call into question the competence of the leadership at the Tennessee Department of Correction. However, in response to scrutiny, TDOC Commissioner Derrick Schofield has shown defiance in the face…
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Experts Agree Tennessee Prisons Need Overhaul
A review by experts of Tennessee prison operations recommends the state Department of Correction make major changes in how prisoner assaults on guards are classified and also calls for changes to controversial staff scheduling changes. Among other things, the American…
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