Ask a Correctional Officer anything

454 Questions

Last Answer on February 10, 2022

Are there other alternatives for wrong doers other than imprisonment?

Asked by sofibour almost 6 years ago

Obviously there are. They could be executed. They could be ignored and allowed to continue to offend. They could be maimed (like taking the hand off a thief or castrating a rapist.) Whether these alternatives are effective, legal or human is a completely different question.

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Asked by Casey A Georgi over 5 years ago

I have absolutely zero background or training in "the art of negotiation" in this environment. Sorry but I expect I would be remarkably unhelpful to you. Also, my speaking voice is squeaky and does not sound good when broadcast.

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Im a student studying criminal justice, i have a assignment which is interviewing a correctional officer is it okay if i interview you? And if so may i jave your contact information

Asked by Isabel.velazquezloza about 6 years ago

I have been retired for over 13 years and due to some parent care issues am pretty much impossible to contact at any sort of reasonably predictable time. Sorry, but I don't think I can help you much on this project.

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Are most movies about prisons accurate when it comes to reality?

Asked by sofibour almost 6 years ago

Not even remotely close.

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What did your job specifically consist of?

Asked by Jada almost 6 years ago

The basic job description in the employment flier is a pretty good spot to look for that. Basically a Correctional Officer keeps an eye on inmates and provides services to them. We ensure that they are released for meals and jobs, get mail, get laundry done and, as much as possible, get along with each other and with staff. For more detailed info you can go to the CA Dept. of Corrections web site and download a job description from their employment opportunities section.

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What advice would you give someone considering corrections as a career?

Asked by K Roar over 5 years ago

It isn't as good a gig as it used to be due to politics, but it is still pretty decent, at least in CA.

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How do you help prisoners come to terms with serving a life senntence?

Asked by sofibour almost 6 years ago

Basically that is not a custody function. Also, virtually NOBODY goes to prison the first time. They have probation, diversion, court ordered therapy, restitution, etc. Many are "state raised." The only people who go to prison the first time are murderers and (now) child molesters. Also, by the time they go thru the court process and jail they have adequate time to come to terms with their situation. But, as I opened with, that is not a custody function.

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