Two Wardens Retire After Prison Law Office Investigation

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SACRAMENTO–The wardens at California’s two major women’s prisons have retired amid allegations of pervasive problems at both institutions, including sexual abuse of female inmates at one prison and suicides at the other.    Full Story

Follow-up:KQED "California Report" Interview With PLO Director On Abuse of Women Prisoners

Follow-up:Prison Law Office Reports CCWF Investigation Findings

From the very top of its former management, CCWF has incubated an institutional culture that permits, condones, and covers up abuse; that allows staff to retaliate against prisoners seeking assistance; and that prevents prisoners from seeking help from entities outside the institution. This corrosive atmosphere of fear and violence stems from  widespread failure of staff to perform the most basic requirements of their jobs.   Full report.

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