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Cell Phones In Prisons

Abstract

The use of cell phones by prisoners inside a prison not only created a threat to the security of the public in general or the law enforcement people, but it also allowed the convicted inmate to keep up to date with his gang network and kept the chance open for one to give instructions, plan illegal activities and give orders to their aliases without having to meet them physically. The public safety officials were getting into serious problems monitoring and controlling communications of prison inmates with the world outside. The misuse of cell phones is not just limited to communication, but they have been used to threaten government officials and also aid in the escape from prison. Various preventive and counter measures have been adopted, and installed at various prisons, to help safeguard the security of the public.

The Issue of Possessing Cell Phones in Prisons and How the Issue Was Solved By Law Enforcement Initiatives

Introduction

Cell phone is a technology that is widespread and allows connection between people. It has raised frequent concerns for officials who are involved in correction measures. The public safety officials are getting into serious problems monitoring and controlling communications of prison inmates with the world outside. The uses of phones that are disposable and inexpensive have even worsened the situation.

Discussion

Jail and prison inmates and other criminals resorting to using cell phones had raised and issue and alarm at nationwide level. National attention was gained when an inmate on a death row threatened a senator from Texas using a cell phone. A successful escape was planned by the help of a cell phone by an inmate who also got assistance from a dental staff in Nevada. The staff member was later fired. During a medical transfer, an inmate tried an escape attempt using his ...