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Welcome to Prisonpedia, the public knowledge base dedicated to to sharing information about the people, places, and policies that shape incarceration in America.

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Our mission is to make the U.S. prison system more visible and more understandable for those who are in need. From federal penitentiaries to reform advocates and high-profile cases, Prisonpedia is a collaborative project built by those who believe that transparency is a tool for justice.

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Our core values are offering explainers, guides, glossaries, tips, and stories from those who have been through the justice system in the United States for those who are currently going through the justice system and their families.

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