The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO) is dedicated to serving those who operate jails, detention and correctional facilities across the country.  NIJO recognizes and understands the enormous liability and increasing litigation facing administrators.  We provide a compilation of legal-based resources and information to assist agencies in making facilities safer and more secure, helping you proactively defend against frivolous litigation to protect against adverse publicity and liability.

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JAILCON Regional Training Conferences offers legal-based training on the hottest issues facing jails taught by the most recognized jail instructors in the country. Over 30 different training sessions provide up to 20 hours of training to fulfill requirements for annual agency continuing education credits and all NIJO Professional Certification levels. JAILCON19 Western Regional Conference Scottsdale, AZ - Talking Stick Resort June 3-5, 2019 REGISTER NOW! JAILCON19 Southern Regional Conference New Orleans, LA - JW Marriott August 8-10, 2019 REGISTER NOW!

WSSA Press Release on NIJO Partnership

WSSA is pleased to announce our partnership with NIJO to sponsor up-to-date, Legal-Based, Detention-Specific Training to our Members and their Detention Staff.  The regional training sessions are designed for Sheriff Office Management, Detention Managers, First Line Supervisors and line level Deputies with the latest legal base standards and contemporary issues that affect our Detention Facilities. Read Full Press Release

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