Inmate safety refers to the measures, policies, and practices implemented within correctional facilities to protect the physical and mental well-being of incarcerated individuals. It encompasses a variety of aspects, including protection from violence, abuse, and neglect, as well as access to mental health services, safe living conditions, and proper medical care. Inmate safety aims to create an environment where individuals can serve their sentences without being subjected to harm from staff, other inmates, or the environment itself. This concept is vital for promoting rehabilitation, reducing recidivism, and ensuring that the rights and dignity of inmates are respected throughout their incarceration.
The Marcelo Nessi Juvenile Detention Center in Badajoz faces escalating chaos due to violent incidents involving detainees. A 15-year-old detainee, allegedly connected to educator María Belén Cortés's murder, incited violence…