Ever wondered what it takes to manage a county jail? Join me, Michael Cantrell, as I sit down with Justin Hall, the elected jailer from Nelson County, Kentucky, who has spent nearly two decades in the corrections field. We'll uncover how he navigated his way from the Hardin County Detention Center to overseeing operations in his hometown. Learn about innovative technologies like biometric sensors that help monitor inmate health and the relentless battle against contraband. Justin and I also examine Kentucky's unique law enforcement structure, where jailers and sheriffs operate independently, a system rooted in history to prevent corruption.
Justin reveals the distinctive hurdles jails face compared to prisons, especially when welcoming inmates under the influence, and how he's using his local roots to effect change. We'll also discuss opportunities for inmate employment and rehabilitation programs designed to reduce recidivism, helping inmates transition back into society.
Nelson County Kentucky Jail
Nelson County Jailer Justin Hall - [email protected]
Justin Hall on LinkedIn
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