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The MDOC’s Public Information Office is committed to providing timely and accurate information about the department to the media. Our goal is to be transparent and help the public understand the mission of the MDOC. 

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Jenni Riehle, Public Information Officer 
Mon - Thu, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 517-241-0363
Email: RiehleJ2@michigan.gov

Latest News

A public hearing to consider the possible parole of Antonio Hurst, #190769

December 03, 2024

The Michigan Parole Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the possible parole of Antonio Hurst, #190769. The hearing will be ...

MDOC garden programs grow over 100,000 pounds of fresh food; donations made to local charities and food banks

November 27, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MDOC garden programs grow over 100,000 pounds of fresh food; donations made to local charities and food banks LANSING, Mich – The Michigan Department...

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Publications

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Newsletter
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Strategic Plans
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Progress Reports
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View media items from MDOC events, trainings, and more. 
Photos and videos
The MDOC presents three awards annually: Corrections Officer of the Year, Agent of the Year, and the Director's Award. 
Award Recipients
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In the 100+ years state corrections records have been kept, there have been 13 staff members killed in the line of duty. These are their stories.
Fallen Employees