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An incident in a New Jersey county jail brings to light the deep-seated moral challenges within the correctional system. Despite training emphasizing rehabilitation, the prevailing prison culture often leans towards punitive measures. Resources are limited, old customs resist change, and camaraderie sometimes overshadows ethics. As experts point out, addressing these issues is crucial, not just for the jail system but for society at large. The pressing question remains: How can this deeply ingrained culture be transformed?

Notably, a November 2022 report confirmed many of Dawn Wooten’s original allegations, and documented what authors described as a pattern of “excessive, invasive and often unnecessary” gynecological procedures at LaSalle.