The jail death of a man who suffered from mental illness drew criminal charges against Alabama guards. The sheriff says he’s done nothing wrong.

Come next year, independent medical investigations will be required for all deaths in custody in California. What are the reasons for the law?

When a person dies in any jail in Texas, it falls to an outside agency to handle the investigation. That is a simple standard meant to avoid a conflict of interest, and it should be an easy one to ...

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) - A Kentucky senator has introduced a three-part legislative package aimed at increasing transparency, independent review, and prevention in jail inmate deaths. Sen. Keturah ...

CHARLESTON — The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office has decided to delay posting information about recently jailed people on its taxpayer-funded website until 24 hours after a person is booked into ...

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Harris County Jail reported that one of their inmates died after being rushed to the hospital, marking the second inmate death of the year, according to authorities. SEE ...

Christine Cockley is currently serving her first term as a state representative. State Sen. Bill DeMora represents Ohio’s 25th Senate District. Mark Sigrist represents the 10th House District.

The tours are designed to let residents get a firsthand look at the current jail conditions, operational challenges, and the security needs, according to a spokesperson with the county. “Our goal is ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A lawsuit filed on behalf of 38 current and former detainees at the Los Angeles County women’s jail alleges male ...

The Allegheny County Jail in Downtown Pittsburgh. First Amendment advocates warn that some of the Allegheny County Jail Oversight Board’s practices may violate Pennsylvania open-meeting laws. Members ...

A silky, custard-like pie with Kentucky roots, transparent pie is simple, sweet, and satisfyingly old-fashioned. Our version gets a touch of bourbon for added warmth. Ann Taylor Pittman is a Senior ...