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Varies by state. Usually, it's called the Department of Corrections, but may go by other names in various states. And that will usually be subordinate to a state's Department of Justice or Department of Public Safety.

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What department runs federal prisons?

The Federal Department of Corrections runs Federal prisons. The Federal Department of Corrections is a subdivision of the Judicial System in the United States.


What state organization oversees prisons?

The Department of Corrections of that state.


Which department is in charge of prisions?

Federal prisons are jurisdiction of the Bureau of Prisons, and is subordinate to the United States Department of Justice. At state level, they're usually maintained by the Department of Corrections, which will normally be subordinate to the state Department of Justice or Department of Public Safety.


Are there private prisons in California?

Yes, there are private prisons in the state of California. When the public prisons are overflowing, the prisoners are sent to private prisons. Private prisons cost the state millions each year to house prisoners.


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State prisons are an example of a state operated facility. State operated universities and public buildings such as the Department of Transportation are examples of state facilities.


Contrast and compare state and federal prisons?

State prisons are run by the state, criminals are placed in state prisons when the have broken only state laws. Criminals go to federally run prisons when they break federal laws.


In new york state how many prisons are there?

There are currently 70 state run prisons in New york. There are 2 federal prisons in the state of New York.


What state has the most prisons?

Texas has the most prisons in the United States, with over 100 state prisons scattered throughout the state.


How many prisons are in California?

There are 33 state prisons in California.


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How many prisons are in Tennessee?

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