Rampant sexual abuse by guards at women's prisons in California and a lack of adequate oversight has highlighted severe issues within corrections across the U.S.
While independent oversight bodies are being formed to scrutinize conditions in prisons, many states still rely on internal mechanisms, which can be inconsistent and ineffective.
Experts believe the current wave of awareness among legislators about prison conditions will lead to significant reform efforts, especially regarding oversight mechanisms.
Correctional officials point out that merely adding oversight will not address overcrowding and staffing shortages, which are fundamental issues in the correctional system.
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