Governor / Prisons Gov. Ivey hosts the largest ADOC graduating class This graduating class is the largest group on record. April 4, 2025
Governor hosts largest correctional officer trainee class at mansion The reception featured congratulations from Governor Ivey and a chance for the trainees to view the Mansion’s Christmas decorations. December 6, 2024
Petition seeks to mandate body cams for AL correctional officers Advocates for prison reform in Alabama are renewing a push to institute mandatory body cams. Alex Jobin / October 22, 2024
Holman correctional officer arrested for smuggling meth into prison The officer was detained on Wednesday and charged with attempting to distribute a controlled substance. Alex Jobin / October 14, 2024
Alabama to celebrate graduation of 55 correctional officers Gov. Ivey praised the commitment of the 55 correctional officers trainees scheduled to graduate on Thursday amid shortages. Mary Claire Wooten / September 11, 2024
Alabama Department of Corrections faces continued hiring setbacks At the joint budget hearing, Commissioner John Hamm discussed hiring challenges for security personnel and prison construction updates. Mary Claire Wooten / August 14, 2024
Graphic images depict alleged abuse from correctional officers Graphic images obtained by APR depict the injuries of an incarcerated individual after being beaten by correctional officers. Patrick Darrington / September 8, 2023
ADOC places officer accused of child abuse on leave The correctional officer, Lateshia Jackson, was arrested and charged with torture/willful abuse of a child. Patrick Darrington / May 2, 2023
House passes General Fund budget before midpoint of session A tweak would allow $40 million targeted for correctional officer salaries to be used for prison construction. Jacob Holmes / April 26, 2023
Department of Corrections announces salary increases, new pay grades Correctional staffing levels within the department have seen dramatic decreases over the last few years. John H. Glenn / March 8, 2023