Head of Idaho prison system outlines reforms after grantee reporting exposed abuses

Jan 16, 2026 - 02:07
Head of Idaho prison system outlines reforms after grantee reporting exposed abuses

After InvestigateWest, with support from the Fund, uncovered widespread sexual abuse in Idaho prisons, the state’s Department of Corrections is working with state legislators to change a state law that makes it difficult to prosecute prison staff. The director of the prison system also said the state is updating its policies and working to ensure […]

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