Staff members receive specialized training in the areas of investigation and surveillance techniques. The process was started with a pilot project in 1985 in an attempt to reduce escapes from corrections centers. Most parole violators or escapees are caught within a few days. Administrative Segregation - A separate housing unit in a higher security level prison in which prisoners are confined to their cells at all times except for limited outdoor exercise, showers and specific needs such as a medical visit.
Segregation is used to manage offenders who have violated prison rules.
An office in the Field Operations Administration created by Public Act 511 of 1988. The office grants funds to counties that divert prison bound offenders into locally operated punishment options developed by local boards and approved by the state Community Corrections Board. The division within the department's Field Operations Administration responsible for electronic monitoring and corrections centers. Corrections Center - A community facility operated by the Department of Corrections in which prisoners are supervised prior to parole. A Corrections Center is supervised by employees of the Department of Corrections, but not necessarily owned by the department.