Nordre Vestfold prison, Horten unit

Horten unit in the Nordre Vestfold prison (from now on “Horten unit”) is a prison unit with a high level of security. This facility is based in Horten, in the south of Norway. Horten unit was established in 1862 and falls under the direct supervision of the Norwegian penitentiary administration (Kriminalsorgen).

Luleå Prison

Luleå Prison is recognised as a medium-security correctional facility, it is located in Luleå and was established in 2002. The prison falls under the jurisdiction of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, also known as Kriminalvården. Its vision is to facilitate transformation rather than just ensuring secure custody. Residents are motivated to change their lives […]

Haparanda Prison

Haparanda prison is a medium security prison and located in Haparanda, Sweden. The prison was founded in 1888 but has been refurbished many times since then. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Swedish prison and probation service, also known as Kriminalvården. Their vision is to bring change and not only provide secure custody. They […]

Penitentiary Agricultural Center Ruiselede

Penitentiary Agricultural Center Ruiselede (from now on “PLC Ruiselede”) is a dairy prison farm located seven kilometers from the city center of Ruiselede, in Belgium. Upon entering the detention facility, visitors are greeted by a large open area adorned with flowers and cobblestones, creating a farm atmosphere. It was founded in 1936 and falls under […]