Advancing Corrections Journal - Edition #20 - Scholarly Reflections on Core Considerations for Correctional Practice| Article 1 (ACJ20-A001)
Abstract
The use of authority is at the heart of prison life and quality, yet little research has explored the different ways in which authority can be deployed in prisons. Based on two axes, 'heavy-light', and 'absent-present', this article offers a conceptual framework for understanding this matter, broadening the definition of 'respect' in prison contexts and emphasising the importance of staff professionalism in determining prison quality and legitimacy.
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