2025年1月14日 · Learn about the challenges posed by contraband in prisons, how inmates smuggle unauthorized items, and the advanced methods correctional facilities use to prevent weapons, drugs, and other contraband from entering.

2025年1月31日 · Discover how contraband—including drugs, cell phones, and weapons—makes its way into prisons through visitors, corrupt staff, drones, and more. Learn about smuggling tactics, consequences, and how prisons combat these illegal activities.

2025年2月27日 · The inmate who placed the hit on Albarati did so using a contraband cellphone. “My bipartisan investigations of corruption, abuse, and misconduct in the Federal prison system have revealed systemic challenges that allow for the dangerous flow of contraband, which is a threat to safety and security,” Sen. Ossoff said.

in violation of a statute or a rule or order issued under a statute, provides to an inmate of a prison a prohibited object, or attempts to do so; or (2) being an inmate of a prison , makes, possesses, or obtains, or attempts to make or obtain, a prohibited object ;

Contraband refers to unauthorized items smuggled into correctional facilities, posing significant security risks. This section provides articles that explore the detection, prevention, and management of Contraband within prisons and jails.

2010年1月25日 · In prison, contraband refers to any item not specifically allowed to an inmate per policy. There are two main classifications of contraband: nuisance, or soft, contraband, and dangerous (hard) contraband.

2024年8月16日 · Contraband in correctional facilities encompasses various items that are prohibited within prison walls, posing significant risks to security and inmate safety. Understanding the types of contraband is vital for implementing effective control measures.

2025年1月12日 · Inmate contraband can be divided into two general categories: hard and soft. Hard contraband consists of weapons, drugs, alcohol, and other types of items that can’t be ignored. Soft contraband can consist of food stolen from Food Service , excess property , and other less serious items.

Some lawmakers are taking a stand against contraband cellphones in U.S. prisons with new legislation aimed at addressing the issue. The Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025 would prevent inmates ...

2025年3月6日 · No matter how sophisticated a correctional facility might be, there’s one constant that remains true – keeping contraband out is a top priority to keep staff and inmates safe. Various types of screening measures can be implemented to help detect prohibited items, from X-ray systems to physical pat-downs, but unfortunately, smuggling methods ...