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reception center
What does reception center mean?
An intake institution where newly sentenced prisoners are assessed, classified, and then sent to a permanent prison.
"He spent two months at the reception center before shipping to his yard."
Origin
Corrections term for the intake/classification facility.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'reception center' in the prison system?
It's an intake facility where newly sentenced prisoners are assessed and classified before being sent to a permanent prison.
How long do inmates stay at a reception center?
It varies, but stays can run from a few weeks to a couple of months while classification and assessment are completed.
What's the difference between a reception center and R&R?
A reception center is a whole facility for classifying new inmates, while R&R is the receiving-and-release department that processes people in and out of any institution.
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