Not long ago, jail booking officers across the nation used ink to fingerprint suspects and Polaroid cameras for booking photos. It’s likely that a supervisor nearing retirement in your jail today once wrote reports on a green-screen computer, dictionary in hand. A decade ago, a record room the size of multiple offices could be wiped out with a single fire or flood.
Today, with the proper jail management software, agencies can handle jail information far more efficiently. Modern systems use connected hardware and automation tools to access large amounts of data in moments. One comprehensive software system can manage most of the processes your jail staff undertakes, from the intake of an arrestee through housing, movement, and release.
Gathering, maintaining, and reporting accurate data at every step of the incarceration process is crucial for the safety of both staff and inmates. Proper information management through jail management software also protects your agency legally and helps maintain public trust.
As you begin the multi-step process of modernizing your jail’s computer systems, this Corrections1 guide provides a roadmap for navigating the purchase of jail management software.
Included in this guide:
- Key considerations before purchasing jail management software, ensuring you understand your facility’s specific needs and the capabilities of different systems.
- Implementation strategies, helping you integrate the software effectively into your operations.
- Essential questions to ask vendors, enabling you to gather all necessary information for informed purchasing decisions.
- A directory of jail management software companies, providing a comprehensive list of reputable suppliers.
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