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| Warden: We're working to improve safety at Topeka prison |
| By hutchnews.com |
| Published: 01/20/2015 |
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TOPEKA - The Topeka Correctional Facility has increased security and added staff to prevent the sexual abuse of female inmates by corrections officers and other inmates, according to Warden Hope Cooper. A federal investigation in 2012 confirmed state reports that sexual misconduct and abuse of inmates was rampant at the prison. On Jan. 9, the U.S. Department of Justice and the state announced a settlement that required several steps the prison must take in response to the allegations, The Topeka Capital-Journal reported. The settlement requires an independent monitor to oversee the reforms and issue a compliance report every six months. The state also must maintain adequate staffing levels supplemented by video monitoring, form a classification system for the prisoners and identify potential victims and predators. A grievance procedure that allows prisoners to privately report abuse along with procedures for investigations and staff accountability also are part of the settlement. Read More. |
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