NYC Department of Correction

The New York City Department of Correction (NYC DOC) is responsible for managing the city's jail facilities, where individuals are detained before trial or serving short sentences. It oversees the custody, care, and safety of inmates, ensuring their rights are protected while maintaining security within correctional facilities. The department also provides programs aimed at rehabilitation and prepares inmates for eventual reintegration into the community. It operates under city government authority and works to balance safety, security, and humane treatment of those in its care.