correctional facilities

Correctional facilities, commonly known as prisons or jails, are institutions designed to confine individuals who have been convicted of crimes or are awaiting trial. Their primary purpose is to enforce the law, rehabilitate offenders, and protect society. These facilities vary in security levels, from maximum-security prisons for serious offenders to minimum-security jails for less severe crimes. In addition to housing inmates, correctional facilities often offer programs aimed at reducing recidivism, such as education, vocational training, and counseling, helping individuals reintegrate into society upon release.