Legal Definitions - National Institute of Corrections

The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) is a federal organization that operates within the Bureau of Prisons. Its main responsibilities include:

• Assisting federal, state, and local authorities in improving correctional programs
• Conducting research on correctional issues, such as crime prevention
• Providing workshops for law-enforcement personnel, social workers, judges, and others involved in treating and rehabilitating offenders

For example, the NIC might work with a state prison system to develop a new program for helping inmates transition back into society after their release. Or, they might conduct research on the effectiveness of different types of rehabilitation programs for offenders. They might also provide training for probation officers on how to work with offenders who have mental health issues.

Overall, the NIC plays an important role in improving the criminal justice system and helping to reduce recidivism rates among offenders.