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A Dubious Distinction

By Silja J.A. Talvi

“Accreditation is awarded to the ‘best of the best’ in the corrections field,’” as the ACA explains on its Web site (http://www.aca.org). “Accredited agencies have a stronger defense against litigation through … the demonstration of a ‘good faith’ effort to improve conditions of confinement.” Yet the fact remains that the ACA is still a private, non-governmental organization with no authority… return to article

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    I’m seeking information on a recent riot in the Colorado Federal Prison.  The riot would have occurred around April 29,2005. If you could inform me of any information I’d greatly appreciate it.

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