Evaluation of the Colorado Department of Corrections’ Prison Rape Elimination Program.

The Colorado Department of Corrections implemented the PREA program in 2005. Under this program the department has sought to educate staff and offenders, identify potential victims and predators, and employ procedures with which to respond to all sexual incidents involving inmates and staff. This study evaluates the implementation of this program and provides feedback on operations, identifies strengths of the program, and points to areas needing further attention.

This comprehensive assessment offers an instructive example of how agencies or facilities can improve the accuracy of their screening tools.