MISSION
The Hampden County Sheriff's Department (HCSD) has promulgated this written Mission Statement that describes its philosophy, purpose, services, programs, and facility management for all staff, inmates and the public. The Mission Statement is reviewed annually and updated as needed.
The HCSD has multiple components that include both central and regional facilities, multilevel security facilities for men and women. Under the auspices of the Sheriff's Department's mission, the facilities provide for public safety by applying best practices using criminogenic principles, gender-specific programs and operations in a humane, safe, and secure environment.
As a full partner in the criminal justice system we seek to be a leader in the evolving paradigm of corrections.
As a member of the western Massachusetts community the HCSD strives to be a good neighbor, responding to the needs of the community by providing public information and community service. In collaboration with the community the HCSD offers a multi-disciplinary approach that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, family-focused, and culturally aware.
The mission of the HCSD is to empower offenders to reclaim their liberty through informed and responsible choices. This mission is accomplished through a professional, well-trained and dedicated staff committed to the goals of the facility. The continuum of care, from entry to post-release, is designed to promote successful offender re-entry as socially and civically responsible citizens.
Web Site:
http://www.hcsdmass.org/
Governing Laws:
Statutes
Regulations
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103 CMR 900
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County Correctional facility CMR 900 through 999
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