Pelican Bay State Prison

Pelican Bay State Prison is a maximum-security facility in California, designed to house the state's most dangerous offenders. Opened in 1989, it features specialized units with strict security measures, including solitary confinement for some inmates. The prison serves as a detention center for individuals involved in serious crimes such as organized violence or gang activity. It offers programs aimed at rehabilitation and maintaining safety for staff and the surrounding community. Pelican Bay's high-security environment reflects California’s efforts to manage and confine individuals deemed high-risk, emphasizing security and order within the correctional system.