Contraband, or items inmates are prohibited from possessing, can be a significant safety and security concern in correctional facilities. Contraband can enter a facility through a variety of avenues (e.g., people, vehicle, drones, and mail). Emerging technologies can help detect a variety of types of contraband. The following reports provide information on contraband detection technologies available, the realities of implementing, and the future of contraband detection.
Contraband and Drones in Correctional Facilities
Published October 2022
Detecting and Managing Drug Contraband
Published June 2021
