Browsing: criminal law

Introduction Certain incidents in prison administration linger in the memory long after the case files are closed. They do not…

History of Bail: From Surety to Constitutional Liberty Introduction Few institutions in criminal justice have survived for so long and…

Introduction Radicalisation in prisons has emerged as an important challenge for prison administration and national security in India. Prisons are…

Introduction Release from prison is a critical component of the criminal justice system. A prisoner may be released through various…

Introduction In West Bengal, penal institutions are officially designated as correctional homes. Their purpose extends beyond safe custody and discipline…

Introduction A prison canteen is an internal store where prisoners can buy items that are not normally provided by the…

Introduction When a woman is arrested or imprisoned, her young child may enter prison with her or, in some cases,…

Introduction Transgender persons in prison are among the most vulnerable prisoners. They may face discrimination, harassment, violence, sexual abuse, humiliation,…

Introduction A prison riot is a serious outbreak of violence inside a jail. It may involve prisoners fighting with one…

Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way prisons are managed. AI refers to computer systems that can learn from…