CCA (Corrections Corporation of America)

Corrections Corporation of America (CCA), now known as CoreCivic, is a private company that manages and operates detention centers and prisons. Established in 1983, CCA provides services to government entities, aiming to address overcrowding and enhance prison conditions. Its facilities house inmates for various offenses, and the company is often involved in discussions about the ethics and effectiveness of privatizing incarceration. Critics argue it can lead to profit motives overshadowing rehabilitation, while supporters claim it offers cost-effective solutions for managing correctional facilities. Overall, CCA represents a significant aspect of the private prison industry in the United States.