Sociology 2256A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Private Prison, Regional Reception Centre, Total Institution

• School: Western University
• Department: Sociology
• Course: Sociology 2256A/B
• Professor: Georgios Fthenos

Document Summary

So old, 80-90 years that they"re not going to commit more crimes. Maximum security highly controlled environment surrounded by 20 foot walls or fences, high guard towers high dependence on electronic security systems correctional officers supplied with fire arms, always prepared for serious disturbance. Multilevel institutions accommodate multiple levels of security - min and medium levels or all three not housed in same building but on the same property. Static security fixed security apparatus ( video surveillance, fencing ) Dynamic security ongoing, meaningful interactions between staff and inmates ( speaking with inmates, walking around) goes beyond observation. Static and dynamic security is dictated by the level of security an institution is. Prisons are asked to pursue conflicting goals house offender to protect society prepare offender to be released into society split personality f corrections. Prisons are political and public institutions impact of social, political and economic influences: members of parliament that pass legislation that are tough on crime.