The failure of the prison system and its impacts on public security

Authors

  • Adriana Emilene Sammario Borba Author
  • Ana Paula Molina dos Santos Paust Author
  • Augusto Heck Nascimento Author
  • Diego Quinto dos Reis Author
  • Lauro Rogério Luz Vaz Author
  • Leandro Varoni da Silva Author
  • Lucian Marques Menezes Author
  • Márcio André Paiva Alves Author
  • Márcio Luís Almeida de Aguiar Author
  • Matheus Quedi Bergoli Author
  • Nícolas Fernando das Almas Kummer Author
  • Paula Finamor Velasquez Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.69849/1ky3z830

Keywords:

Prison System, Bankruptcy, Social Reintegration

Abstract

The failure of the prison system has generated serious consequences for public security. Overcrowding, precarious conditions and the inability to promote social reintegration are problems that plague prison institutions. The system, instead of recovering, often serves as a school of crime, where prisoners are exposed to criminal networks and practices that worsen their dangerousness. The increase in criminal factions inside prisons is a direct reflection of this bankruptcy, creating a dangerous connection between the prison system and organized crime outside the walls. Another impact is criminal recidivism, a result of the lack of effective rehabilitation and social reintegration policies. The absence of educational and professional programs leaves graduates without prospects, often forcing them to return to crime. This vicious cycle fuels the growth of violence and insecurity on the streets. Furthermore, the prison collapse overloads the public security system as a whole, demanding massive investments without, however, delivering effective results. The consequences for society are evident: an increase in crime, a feeling of insecurity and distrust in institutions. Deep structural reforms are needed to break this cycle.

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Published

2026-03-20

How to Cite

Borba, . A. E. S., Paust, A. P. M. dos S., Nascimento, A. H., Reis, D. Q. dos, Vaz, L. R. L., Silva, L. V. da, Menezes, L. M., Alves, M. A. P., Aguiar, M. L. A. de, Bergoli, M. Q., Kummer, N. F. das A., & Velasquez, P. F. (2026). The failure of the prison system and its impacts on public security. Revista Ft, 30(156), 01-14. https://doi.org/10.69849/1ky3z830