Colorado Department of Corrections

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is the state agency responsible for managing the prison system and overseeing the rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals in Colorado. It ensures public safety by administering correctional facilities, programs, and services for offenders. The CDOC focuses on providing education, vocational training, and mental health services to help inmates reintegrate into society upon release. Additionally, the agency works to minimize recidivism, which is the tendency for former inmates to re-offend. Overall, the CDOC plays a crucial role in maintaining order and promoting rehabilitation within the criminal justice system.