Scott Peterson was convicted of the first-degree murder of his wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son, Conner, in 2004.

Maryland correctional authorities have recorded seven inmate deaths over the past two months, a pattern that criminal justice experts say points to deeper challenges inside the state’s prisons. “The ...

A state prison inmate was sentenced this week to 70 years to life in prison for attempting to murder a correctional officer during an attack at Salinas Valley State Prison, the Monterey County ...

SALT LAKE CITY (KSL) — A groundbreaking documentary — conceived, filmed, and produced entirely by inmates at the Utah State Prison — is giving the public an unprecedented look at life behind bars. The ...

California is currently hiring for several high-paying state jobs. From health care services to veterans affairs, positions are available at multiple state departments, offering salaries starting at ...

DEER LODGE, Mont. – Ten inmates at Montana State Prison recently completed a year-long web development program called "The Last Mile," equipping them with valuable skills for life after release. The ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. HANCONCK COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) confirmed an inmate at the Hancock State Prison died ...

Nine days after a 38-year-old incarcerated man was found dead at the Jessup Correctional Institution, Maryland State Police are investigating another inmate’s death at the state facility. Joseph ...

A 27-year-old Coastal State Prison corrections officer was arrested for allegedly giving inmates prohibited items. Michael Cole was arrested by the Georgia Department of Corrections’ Criminal ...