The position of warden is one of the most daunting, yet rewarding, opportunities a corrections professional can achieve. Yet, the internal and external expectations and accountability that accompany ...

The training event will consist of piloting the Pretrial Leadership training curriculum to enhance the leadership capacity of pretrial professionals who are charged with creating sound pretrial policy ...

National Institute of Corrections Jails Division Chief Stephen Amos was awarded this week with the Sheriff Michael J. Ashe Jr. Award during the 2025 Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association Law Enforcement ...

Evidence-based practices (EBP) applied in correctional settings are built upon empirical research and data rather than generally depending upon anecdotal experience and perceptions. Agencies must ...

Home Resources Information Center Resources Search NIC Resources CJCC Essential Elements: A Companion To The National Standards For Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils The CJCC Essential Elements ...

The National Sheriffs’ Institute (NSI) is sponsored by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) in collaboration with the Major County Sheriffs of America, the National Sheriffs’ Association, and ...

The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) is a vital partner in strengthening our nation's correctional system. We provide essential training, technical assistance, and research that directly ...

This thirteenth edition of the World Prison Population List gives details of the number of prisoners held in 223 prison systems in independent countries and dependent territories. It shows the ...

Numerous program variables appeared important for optimizing the effectiveness of specialized psychological offense programs (e.g., arousal reconditioning for sexual offense programs, treatment ...

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ or the Institute) is the research, evaluation, and technology agency of the U.S. Department of Justice and is dedicated to improving knowledge and understanding ...

Development of Evidence Informed Learning Resources to Promote Staff Wellness, Well-Being, and the Reduction of Staff Trauma and Organizational Stress in Prison and Jail Settings ...