Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)

The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) has zero tolerance for sexual abuse and sexual harassment. DOC strives to maintain a safe and secure environment for all incarcerated individuals through implementation of policy and procedure that has been developed in accordance with the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards.

This information defines inmate sexual abuse and sexual harassment and summarizes how DOC is working to keep a sexually safe environment.

PREA compliance is required in all state correctional institutions, DOC's Bureau of Community Corrections facilities and contracted facilities.

David G. Radziewicz | PREA Coordinator

Department of Corrections | Bureau of Standards, Audits and Accreditation

1920 Technology Parkway | Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Phone: 717.728.4135

English and Spanish PREA Handout (pdf)

DOC's PREA Video (posted 09/28/2015)
This video outlines the DOC's commitment to PREA through its Zero Tolerance Policy