Whilst Norway is a particularly wealthy country, the reflection of wealth is implemented in the design and programs offered in Halden Prison in Norway. The Nordic approach to social philosophy accentuates enforcing and reinforcing moral norms, which prevents individuals from committing a crime. As a result, people in Norwegian countries generally would rather follow the moral norms than commit a criminal offense (Hinkkanen & Lappi-Seppala 2011). In the last 30 years, Norway has become one of the wealthiest countries in the world due to large deposits of natural resources and strong economic focus (Larsson 2006). This has resulted in smart yet cautious behaviour with state finances, allowing Norwegians to be prepared for future generations (Larsson
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Last reminder to avoid these] (PBP 2015). Pelican Bay Prison currently houses 2,239 men, with a capacity of 3,319, [Another run-on sentence. Last reminder to watch out for these. End the sentence or add a conjunction] Pelican Bay Prison is currently not overcrowded unlike various other American prisons; although with the violence that occurs within the prison, there is insufficient staff for dealing with the disputes (California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation [CDCR] 2016). For example, during yard sessions, there are 180 prisoners to only six guards on duty, therefore, disputes can escalate rapidly (PBP 2015). As gang violence is a particular concern in the US, Pelican Bay Prison is divided into separate cell blocks, separating each of the gangs for better safety for both other inmates and staff; although this is not always successful and often leads to dangerous gang rivalries (PBP 2015). Inmates are confined and monitored in their cell for up to 23 hours a day, each cell is constructed from concrete with doors reinforced with iron bars; inmates are refrained from moving without permission, and are watched at all hours continuously by …show more content…
Once an inmate is in a gang, it can be tough for them to get out, resulting in them choosing between staying in isolation or betraying their gang, which can lead to serious gang rivalries, often leading to serious injuries or death (Weekend Edition Saturday 2005). The security measures involved in Pelican Bay Prison’s security housing unit, whilst inmates are locked in steel holding cages, guards conduct strict cell searches for alleged gang members and weapons. During this process, guards are strictly to wear bright green jumpsuits and stab-proof vests, and at all times to carry a bat and self-defence spray for their protection (Weekend Edition Saturday 2005). Whilst US prisons may aim to address the general needs of inmates, there is little evidence of there being any form of rehabilitation services available, in comparison to Norwegian prisons which offer a range of rehabilitation
Last reminder to avoid these] (PBP 2015). Pelican Bay Prison currently houses 2,239 men, with a capacity of 3,319, [Another run-on sentence. Last reminder to watch out for these. End the sentence or add a conjunction] Pelican Bay Prison is currently not overcrowded unlike various other American prisons; although with the violence that occurs within the prison, there is insufficient staff for dealing with the disputes (California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation [CDCR] 2016). For example, during yard sessions, there are 180 prisoners to only six guards on duty, therefore, disputes can escalate rapidly (PBP 2015). As gang violence is a particular concern in the US, Pelican Bay Prison is divided into separate cell blocks, separating each of the gangs for better safety for both other inmates and staff; although this is not always successful and often leads to dangerous gang rivalries (PBP 2015). Inmates are confined and monitored in their cell for up to 23 hours a day, each cell is constructed from concrete with doors reinforced with iron bars; inmates are refrained from moving without permission, and are watched at all hours continuously by …show more content…
Once an inmate is in a gang, it can be tough for them to get out, resulting in them choosing between staying in isolation or betraying their gang, which can lead to serious gang rivalries, often leading to serious injuries or death (Weekend Edition Saturday 2005). The security measures involved in Pelican Bay Prison’s security housing unit, whilst inmates are locked in steel holding cages, guards conduct strict cell searches for alleged gang members and weapons. During this process, guards are strictly to wear bright green jumpsuits and stab-proof vests, and at all times to carry a bat and self-defence spray for their protection (Weekend Edition Saturday 2005). Whilst US prisons may aim to address the general needs of inmates, there is little evidence of there being any form of rehabilitation services available, in comparison to Norwegian prisons which offer a range of rehabilitation