The Latest Breaking News from Prison

Opposition party criticises ‘political trial’, saying it is reminiscent of pre-2011 revolution government.

Tragic jailbreak in Goma, DRC results in rape and burning of over 150 female prisoners amidst conflict-related violence.

Faced with more immediate funding needs, state officials haven’t asked for more money for rehabilitation programs, such as STRIVE, next budget cycle.

Employees in the federal Bureau of Prisons came to Washington this week to urge members of Congress to boost their pay.

Weeks after Opposition Leader Peter Dutton announced his support for mandatory minimum jail terms for antisemitic offences, the government has legislated such laws. Minister for Home Affairs Tony Burke stated the federal parliament would now be “putting in place the toughest laws against hate speech that Australia has ever had”.

Class action also alleges prison officials knew of Dr Scott Lee’s abuse of incarcerated women for years, but did not act. This article contains descriptions of alleged sexual assault

Australians from vulnerable communities could be disproportionately harmed by laws that introduce mandatory jail time for some terror offences, experts warn.

Meet the Ultimate Luke Cage and Danny Rand, who are on a mission to destroy the Maker's prisons

Former nurse is serving 15 whole-life terms in prison yet an appeal is not guaranteed despite findings of expert panel

Kailee Brantner, 22, faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted

Judge rules Trump’s executive order discriminates against trans people and violates their constitutional rights