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2012
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Court Security Resource Guide
National Center for State Courts (NCSC) (Williamsburg, VA).
“Because courthouses must be accessible and in centralized locations, they are vu[l]nerable to acts of random violence. Courts must have proper court security procedures, technology, personnel, and architectural features, to not only protect the safety of the people and property within and around the courts, but also the integrity of the judicial process. While there is no one solution to issues concerning court security, proper planning must involve collaboration with law enforcement offices, e... Read More
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2012
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Court Security, Facilities, and Staffing
Wisconsin Court System (Madison, WI).
Standards regarding court security issues are presented with commentary. Sections of these rules are: purpose; definitions; remodeling, construction, or relocation of court facilities or personnel; judicial officer authority; security and facilities committee; security—structure and design; security—personnel; security—equipment; court facilities—planning; court facilities—courtrooms; court facilities—auxiliary areas; staffing; director of state courts; and review of standards—report.... Read More
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19 pages
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2011
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SCADA & PLC Vulnerabilities in Correctional Facilities: White Paper
By Newman, Teague; Rad, Tiffany; Strauchs, John.
The uses and vulnerabilities of PLCs (programmable logic controllers) in corrections are often overlooked. A problem with PLCs in one facility led to all of the doors of the death row to open at the same time. “Using original and publically available exploits along with evaluating vulnerabilities in electronic and physical security designs, we will analyze SCADA [Siemens Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition] systems and PLC vulnerabilities in correctional and government secured facilities wh... Read More
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15 pages
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2010
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Bailiffs 101/Court Security
By Oswalt, James.
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education (Austin, TX).
These slides present an overview of what a bailiff does in regards to court security. Topics discussed are: what a bailiff is; who a Peace Officer is; duties and powers; bailiff’s duties; trials; courtroom security—inside; courtroom security—outside; terms associated with juries; jurors; court security—security manual, communication, and procedures.... Read More
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28 pages
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2010
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Guidelines for Implementing Best Practices in Court Building Security: Costs, Priorities, Funding Strategies, and Accountability
By Fautsko, Timothy F.; Berson, Steven V.; O'Neil, James F.; Sheehan, Kevin W..
State Justice Institute (Reston, VA).
National Center for State Courts (NCSC) (Williamsburg, VA).
This paper is designed to expand on the publication “Steps to Best Practices” (which is included as an appendix). This publication is divided into four parts: costs of courthouse security improvement; spending priorities; funding best practices—strategies for working with stakeholders; and accountability and performance measures. “Following the recommendations in the Steps document, along with the guidance provided in the four parts of this paper, can help courts minimize the risks and help keep... Read More
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67 pages
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2010
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CCJ/COSCA Court Security Handbook: Ten Essential Elements for Court Security and Emergency Preparedness
CCJ/COSCA Joint Committee on Court Security and Emergency Preparedness (Williamsburg, VA); Conference of Chief Justices (CCJ) (Williamsburg, VA); Conference of State Court Administrators (COSCA) (Williamsburg, VA).
The ten essential elements that need to be in place to guarantee an effective court security system are described. These elements are: standard operating procedures; the self-audit; emergency preparedness and response—continuity of operations (COOP); disaster recovery—essential elements of a plan; threat assessment; incident reporting; funding for court security; security equipment and costs; resources and partnerships; and new courthouse design. Appendixes include: Representative Sample of Guid... Read More
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166 pages
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2010
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Steps to Best Practices for Court Building Security
By Fautsko, Timothy F.; Berson, Steven V.; O'Neil, James F.; Sheehan, Kevin W..
National Center for State Courts (NCSC). Court Consulting Services (Denver, CO).
Those critical actions that courts need to take to ensure effective security are explained. What is nice about this publication is that it acknowledges that improvements are costly. Therefore the steps are broken into categories that are fundamental to address, extremely important, very important, and important. These can then be looked at as funding allows. Categories are: Fundamental--command and control center, policies and procedures, and security committee; Extremely Important--access of pe... Read More
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35 pages
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2010
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Protecting Court
JBarrett Consulting (Washington, DC).
“The purpose of this site is to bring all relevant materials related to court security from across the Internet into one place, for free unrestricted use and access.” Points of entry include: court security resources--state incident reports, security checklists, design guides, manuals, continuity of operation plan (COOP), U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), and court orders; judicial protection; training; news; Jimmie Barrett; links; picture gallery; and how to order the book “Protecting Court: A Prac... Read More
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2 p.
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2010
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Tracking Inmates and Locating Staff with Active Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID): Early Lessons Learned in One U.S. Correctional Facility
By Hickman, Laura J.; Davis, Lois M.; Wells, Edward; Eisman, Mel.
National Institute of Justice (Washington, DC).
RAND Corp. Safety and Justice Program (Santa Monica, CA).
The use of active radio-frequency identification (RFID) to strengthen a correctional agency’s operations and safety is investigated. Four chapters are contained in this report: introduction; expectations for the use of an active RFID system; case study of the early implementation of active RFID in one facility; and summary and conclusions. While RFID appears to be promising in regards to ensuring safety in a correctional setting, “as with any new technology, there are factors that need to be con... Read More
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33 p.
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2010
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A Guidebook for Less-Lethal Devices: Planning for, Selecting, and Implementing Technology Solutions
By Hughes, Edward L., ed.; Osborne, Robert A., ed..
U.S. Dept. of Justice (Washington, DC).
Pennsylvania State University. Weapons and Protective Systems Technologies Center (WPSTC) (State College, PA).
“This guide is designed to provide a comprehensive view of less-lethal technologies, their evolutionary role in criminal justice, and considerations when acquiring such devices to meet operational needs” (p.1-1). Six chapters comprise this manual: introduction; operational contexts and considerations; research, testing, and evaluation; overview of technologies—mechanical and kinetic devices, conducted energy devices, riot control agents, directed energy devices, and barriers and entanglements; p... Read More
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94 p.
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2010
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An Introduction to Portal Contraband Detection Technology
National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center (NLECTC) (Rockville, MD).
This fact sheet is a great resource for learning about various types of portal contraband detection technology that is available or under development. Portal types described are metal detectors, millimeter wave detection devices, magnetometer (gradiometer) metal detection, electric field tomography, ion scan technology, heartbeat detection, and backscatter x-ray contraband detection.... Read More
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4 pages
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2009
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Evaluating the Use of Radio Frequency Identification Device Technology to Prevent and Investigate Sexual Assault and Related Acts of Violence in a Women’s Prison
By La Vigne, Nancy; Halberstadt, Robin; Parthasarathy, Barbara.
National Institute of Justice (Washington, DC).
Urban Institute. Jutice Policy Center (Washington, DC).
The ability of a radio frequency device technology (RFID) system to curtail prohibited behaviors such as sexual assault, consensual sex, or violence is investigated. Sections following an executive summary are: introduction; background; research design and methods; process evaluation—RFID implementation and system design, operational and maintenance challenges, RFID training, correctional staff use of RFID technology, and RFID in investigations; impact analysis; inmate perceptions of RFID techn... Read More
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86 pages
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2009
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The customer is NOT always right! A common sense approach to Safety and Security in the Courthouse
By DeGroot, Rob.
Rowlett City Marshal's Office (Rowlett, TX).
These slides provide a great introduction to court security and safety. This course will: identify the types of people who come to court; identify and define what Court Security is; define the nexus between the role of the Clerk and that of Court Security; identify what influences Clerks can and do have on Court Security Programs; illustrate common Court Security practices for general application; and illustrate potential solutions for Court Security Issues that impact Court Clerks.... Read More
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67 pages
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2009
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Taking Precautions--101 Personal Safety Tips for Judges and Court Staff
By Fautsko, Timothy F..
National Center for State Courts (NCSC) (Denver, CO).
This document stresses that “judges and court staff are at risk and at all times should be aware of their environment, take safety precautions, and use security procedures” (p. 1) These tips for home and court security are organized according to home and personal life, home telephone, home mailing address, commuting, courthouse parking lot, at the courthouse, in the judge’s chamber, throughout the facility, telephone and mail, public and the media, and campaigning.... Read More
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4 pages
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2009
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Using Technology to Make Prisons and Jails Safer
By Bulman, Philip.
National Institute of Justice (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Justice-sponsored pilot programs that assist correctional agencies in detecting contraband and running safer facilities are described. Technologies tested include: a millimeter wave imaging system for scanning visitors for contraband; the WANDD (Weapons and Non-Permitted Devices Detector) portable sound wave contraband detector; and RFID (radio frequency identification) technology to track the movements of prisoners.... Read More
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4 p.
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2009
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STEP Up to Prison Security Planning
National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center (NLECTC) (Rockville, MD).
The need for and elements of a security technology enhancement plan (STEP) are covered.... Read More
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2 p.
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2009
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The BJA/PERF Body Armor National Survey: Protecting the Nation’s Law Enforcement Officers
Bureau of Justce Assistance (Washington, DC).
Police Executive Research Policy (Washington, DC).
Results for a survey regarding body armor are presented. Sections following an executive summary include: introduction; review of relevant literature; research methods; the body armor survey findings for officer protection and sidearms issued, the use of Zylon-based armor, brands and levels of body armor that police typically use, protection offered by body armor, how law enforcement agencies choose and purchase their armor, how agencies fare in terms of training, maintenance, and inspection of ... Read More
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66 p.
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2008
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Video Didn't Kill the Radio Star
By Coppola, Ann.
corrections.com (Quincy, MA).
The utilization of radio-frequency identification technology (RFID) for inmate-tracking systems is briefly reviewed.... Read More
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1 p.
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2008
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Biometrics: Enhancing Security in Organizations
By Gupta, Babita.
IBM Center for the Business of Government (Washington, DC).
"This report aims to present decision makers in government and public sector organizations with a comprehensive understanding of technological, organizational, and end-user issues in adopting biometric systems; and provides best practice recommendations based on the experiences of organizations that have implemented them" (p. 6). Sections following an executive summary include: introduction-understanding biometrics; business case for biometric systems; case study -- authenticating federal emplo... Read More
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40 p.
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2008
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Evaluation Design for the District of Columbia Department of Corrections' Use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology with Jail Inmates: Project Memorandum
By Hickman, Laura J.; Eisman, Mel; Davis, Lois.
National Institute of Justice. Office of Science and Technology (Washington, DC).
RAND Corp. (Santa Monica, CA).
"This report represents a research design that could be use[d] to evaluate the implementation of RFID [radio frequency identification] within a major urban jail setting" (p. 1). Sections of this document following an abstract are: preface; RFID background; research design -- process evaluation, outcomes trends analysis, and analyses of costs and benefits; and conclusion.... Read More
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34 p.
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2008
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Colorado Courthouse Security Resource Guide
Colorado State Court Administrator's Office (Denver, CO).
“This Resource Guide is intended to be part of a flexible framework to guide courts’ participation in county-level efforts regarding court security and preparedness … Its purpose is to equip judges, law enforcement, county commissioners, court administrators, clerks of court, and other local officials with information that will help them customize comprehensive safety and security plans for their courts” (p. 2). Ten chapters are contained in this guide: mission; the courthouse; daily security p... Read More
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81 pages
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2005
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Third Status Report to the Attorney General on Body Armor Safety Initiative Testing and Activities
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Findings from a ballistic and mechanical properties test of 103 used Zylon-containing body armor are presented. This report contains the following sections: executive summary; supplemental results from Phase I testing; Phase II testing results; results of Phase I and II ballistic testing; applied research; compliance testing process review and modifications; summary; complete results of Phase I (Worst Case) P-BFS test; Phase I (Worst Case) ballistic limit and tensile strength test results; re... Read More
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43 p.
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2003
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New Approaches to Staff Safety
By Thornton, Robert L.; Schweer, Ronald G.; Barton, Joe S..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Key staff safety training issues for community corrections agencies are discussed. This manual addresses: - Use-of-force continuum;
- Crisis prevention;
- Self defense and physical fitness;
- Oleoresin capsicum;
- Body protection;
- Safety in the office;
- Protection from disasters;
- Arrest, search, and seizure;
- Field work;
- Canine considerations;
- Scenario training;
- And critical incidents.
Appendixes include: a model protocol for criti... Read More
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130 p.
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1999
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Prisoner Access to Interactive Computer Services: Report to the U.S. Attorney General
By Clem, Constance.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
LIS, Inc. (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO).
Research into what extent each State allows its prisoners access to interactive computer service resulted in this report. This document contains a project overview, findings in brief, project findings (current agency practice, statutory restrictions on access, and correctional policies), and a conclusion. The study found that correctional agencies are well aware of the security risk interactive computer systems can pose, and are also concerned with inmate access to such systems. The bulk of this... Read More
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51 p.
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1998
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Staff Victimization
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office for Victims of Crime (Washington, DC).
Objectives of this 2-hour broadcast held on March 25, 1998 are to create and improve staff victimization policies, procedures, and programs and to identify resources for developing staff victimization programs and prevention strategies. The panel discusses the following topics: - Recognizing and understanding staff victimization,
- Core components of staff victimization,
- Levels of victimization,
- Creating and improving victimization programs, practices and strategies for victim servic... Read More
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1 DVD (120 min.)
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1996
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Volunteer Orientation for Frequent and Regular Volunteers: Trainer's Guide
By Jacobsen, Vic.
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Western Regional Field Coordinators (N.P.).
Designed to provide volunteers with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful within the institution, this training curriculum covers various topics, including the volunteer code of conduct, contraband and security, Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts, personal safety, and facility tour and job orientation. The training runs for approximately eight hours. The curriculum package consists of lesson plans accompanied by some text of overhead transparencies.... Read More
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60 p.
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1995
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Proceedings of the Large Jail Network Meeting [January 22-24, 1995, Longmont, Colorado]
National Institute of Corrections Jails Division (Longmont, CO).
Jail administrators, recognizing the serious problems caused by gang members held in local jails, focused exclusively on the issue of gangs in jails at this meeting. Presentations centered on the following issues: identification of gang members; housing policies; relationship of gang activity to inmate services and programs; and how to address gang activity through intergovernmental cooperation. All participants expressed support for a "zero tolerance" policy in dealing with gangs in local jails... Read More
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57 p.
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1995
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Use of Interactive Video for Court Proceedings: Legal Status and Use Nationwide
LIS, Inc. (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO).
This study examines the legal status of video proceedings for use as a linkage between the courts and arrestees/defendants in jails. Using a survey of all states, it also identifies jurisdictions that use video arraignments or are developing new systems for its use. The appendices contain a copy of the survey instrument and copies of legislation and court rulings relative to authority for use of interactive video technology.... Read More
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63 p.
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1995
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Technology Issues in Corrections Agencies: Results of a 1995 Survey
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
LIS, Inc. (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections. Prisons Division (Washington, DC).
This document reports the results of a 1995 survey of federal, state, and local corrections agencies on their current utilization of technology and their unmet technology needs. Types of security technology include: perimeter security, access control, surveillance, drug use detection, and contraband detection. Non-security technologies include: electronic monitoring, communications, and education/training. Issues related to technology use are also discussed. The appendices include technology t... Read More
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81 p.
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1995
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Safety Awareness Workbook: Anticipating, Identifying, and Resolving the Potential Victimization of Probation and Parole Officers
By Kipp, Richard A..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Lehigh County Adult Probation and Parole (Allentown, PA).
This workbook discusses worker safety issues in probation and parole. Officers' mental attitudes and use of force are addressed. General indications of drug use by clients, signs of aggression, possible resistance or attack, discussion of mental health issues, and general warning signs related to sex offenders are discussed. Finally, safety tactics, such as light conditions, building design, and vehicle considerations are discussed as they relate to officer safety.... Read More
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88 p.
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1995
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Prison Security: Security Tips Checklists
By Milosovich, John T..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
These security tips checklists were compiled from prison security training seminars conducted through the National Institute of Corrections. Topics addressed include: security audits, facility planning, technology, post analysis, staff recruitment, programming, security threat groups, continuum of force, supermax institutions and emergency preparedness. The appendices include lists of crisis indicators, emergency response resources, benefits of good security, and consequences of poor security.... Read More
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47 p.
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1993
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Correctional Technology: A User's Guide
By Kichen, Carol Cole; Murphy, James; Levinson, Robert B..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
American Correctional Association (Laurel, MD); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Meant to provide corrections administrators with a nonbiased, objective source for evaluating different correctional technologies, this guide is divided into seven chapters: 1- Perimeter Security Systems; 2- Locks and Locking Systems; 3- Internal Detection Systems; 4- Monitoring and Surveillance Systems; 5- Fire Safety Systems; 6- Communication Systems; and 7- Management Information Systems. Each chapter includes an abstract, table of contents, executive summary, and sections containing sample ... Read More
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278 p.
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1991
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Preliminary Bibliography on Technology in Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Boulder, CO); LIS, Inc. (Boulder, CO).
A predominantly annotated bibliography on correctional technology provides resource information for the following categories: bar coding, AFIS, ROBOTS, and DNA; innovative computer applications; general technology; optical scanning; training technology; high-tech communication systems; counting; hair analysis; high-tech security; video monitoring in institutions; and general trends.... Read More
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12 p.
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