The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services reported the 40% reduction in assaults during August compared to the same period last year, marking a successful trial for the Axon Body 4 cameras now being deployed across all 17 of its facilities. This shift mirrors broader efforts across the country to modernize prison oversight and officer protection through digitized evidence and real-time operations.
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Corrections Departments Report Safety Gains Through Axon Technology
A 40% drop in staff assaults within Maryland correctional facilities has bolstered the case for body-worn camera adoption. As state departments in New York, Ohio, Maryland, and North Carolina standardize Axon’s connected ecosystem, the integration of real-time video, drones, and AI tools aims to reshape incident management and safety protocols.
New York’s Department of Corrections and Community Supervision has integrated an expansive suite of tools, including drone technology and in-car video, across its 42 facilities to support 15,000 officers. Similarly, the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction has leveraged TASER 10 devices and airspace security systems to prioritize de-escalation. Their data indicates an 87% force avoidance rate, with 46 out of 53 incidents resolved through the mere presence of energy weapons rather than physical deployment. As these agencies pilot new AI-driven productivity tools, the focus remains on balancing accountability with the practical demands of secure facility management.
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