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In addition to security and administrative staff, prisons have various specialized departments such as maintenance, where plumbers and electricians operate under unique classifications. These outsourced roles can employ inmates under staff supervision.
The Inmate Hierarchy
The dynamics among inmates are equally complex, driven largely by race and the associated gangs within the prison system. Inmate populations are often racially segregated, which gives rise to various criminal organizations.
Prominent Prison Gangs
In the federal system, several key gangs dominate, each instilling fear and claiming territorial influence:
- Aryan Brotherhood: Often seen as the most feared gang, comprised primarily of violent individuals who maintain a strict hierarchy.