Tennessee Department of Correction

The Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) is the state agency responsible for managing prisons and parole for offenders in Tennessee. Its primary mission is to ensure public safety by overseeing the rehabilitation and reintegration of individuals who have been convicted of crimes. The TDOC operates correctional facilities, provides various programs aimed at reducing recidivism, and supervises those on parole or probation. By offering education, vocational training, and support services, TDOC aims to help individuals reintegrate into society successfully, reducing the likelihood of re-offending and promoting safer communities.