A Glimpse into Colorado’s Penal Past Early Prisons in Colorado The story of maximum security prisons in Colorado is inextricably linked to the evolution of the state’s entire justice system. Early Colorado, like many frontier territories, relied heavily on basic jails and lockups to house offenders. As the population grew and societal norms shifted, so … Read more
The imposing walls and razor wire of Colorado’s correctional facilities speak volumes, but for those incarcerated within the state’s maximum-security prisons, the silence often screams the loudest. These are institutions built to house the most dangerous and hardened criminals, places where security is paramount and freedom is a distant memory. This article delves into the … Read more
The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) The imposing presence of a maximum-security prison often evokes a mix of fear and curiosity. These institutions are designed to house the most dangerous offenders, those who have committed the most heinous crimes, and those considered a high risk to society. Within the vast landscape of corrections, these facilities … Read more
