![]() The officer admitted to accepting thousands of dollars in exchange for bringing tobacco into the prison. For example, a former officer with the Bureau of Prisons FCI Talladega pled guilty in November 2012 for charges of smuggling contraband. Most commonly, guards and other prison staff introduce contraband in prisons after accepting bribes from prisoners. ![]() Prisoners may also use contraband to incite violence against other inmates or guards. This provides them easier access to drugs, weapons, and outside connections, which threaten the security of the prison. With the right items and some planning, some prisoners have the potential to turn a small trade business into a prison empire. Trade in contraband and prohibited services help some prisoners build power.
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