It’s ‘correctional officer,’ not ‘prison guard’
Corrections has long since evolved from simply locking a bad guy up and throwing away the key; here’s why you should address these professionals as correctional officers, not guards
MCO Initiates Action to Protect Correction Officer Dignity
As every officer knows, Corrections is a tough job. Working behind the walls can be difficult and the prison environment can take a deep toll on an individual. In an […]
In landmark case, anti-union forces take agency fees to the US Supreme Court
Today the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case of monumental importance to the future of public employees. Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association asks the high court to ban agency […]
MDOC process to obtain CPL exemption
The Michigan Department of Corrections has released new information on how the recently passed gun laws (2015 PA 206 and 2015 PA 207) will be handled. According to the Michigan […]
Rest in Peace, FSA Williams
Andre’ Williams passed away Jan. 1. Williams, 50, died in a car accident while on his way home from work at the Forensic Center. He was an MCO member for […]
In Memoriam: Deputy Bolden
Longtime MDOC Deputy Director Daniel Bolden passed away Dec. 28, 2015. A memorial reception for Deputy Bolden will be held from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8 at […]