How do we detect illicit items such as mobile phones, weapons and drugs in prisons? Which detection methods are accurate, timely and less labour intensive? How do we prevent drones from conveying illicit items into prisons, and detect and deter illegal drone usage?
Background
The objective for MoJ is to develop a sustainable and effective prison and probation service that protects the public, delivers interventions that break the cycle of reoffending and rebuilds confidence in the criminal justice system. We want to divert adults, children and young people away from crime. Our evidence interests span a range of areas through all stages of the justice system, with a particular focus on improving holistic systems-wide understanding of what works to improve outcomes.
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Contraband Detection in Prisons Using Safe, Continuous, Passive Terahertz Imaging (SafeJail)
Prisons in the UK and globally are facing continued and increasing drug and contraband problems. At least 15,000 mobile phones or SIM cards were confiscated in English and Welsh prisons in 2017 (one for every six inmates...
Funded by: Innovate UK
Lead research organisation: SEQUESTIM LIMITED
Why might this be relevant?
The project specifically addresses the detection of illicit items in prisons, including mobile phones, weapons, and drugs, as well as the prevention of drones from conveying illicit items. The authors have expertise in developing a novel scanning technique for this purpose.