Chicago-Based Gangs in Our Nation's Prisons Examines the issue of gang awareness and methods for detecting gang activity within a correctional institution. Provides a background of Chicago-based gangs which have migrated throughout the United States. Illustrates the tattoos, signs, and symbols which separate gangs from one another. Hand signs are briefly covered and illustrated as another means of communication for gang members. Depicts the over-all mentality and philosophy of gangs.
Recruitment is covered as well as what characteristics a gang looks for in perspective members.
Formal, Informal, Outcount, Master Roster Count, Emergency Count. A final lesson covers supervision and managing of officers whose duties include counting inmates. Outside Escort Training Training suitable for individual, small or large group study. This press release describes a recent video-production award bestowed by the American Correctional Association .