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Correctional Services Department

(香港特別行政區懲教署)

香港特別行政區懲教署

Correctional Services Department: A governmental body in Hong Kong, the Correctional Services Department (CSD) is dedicated to protecting the public and reducing crime. Its primary mission involves providing a secure, safe, and humane environment for persons in custody, alongside offering comprehensive rehabilitation services to facilitate their reintegration into society. Based in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, the CSD manages 29 correctional facilities, focusing on safe custody, offender rehabilitation, and community education. It plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system and has developed an internationally acclaimed correctional system, also contributing to safeguarding national security.

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The District Court sentenced the 20-year-old man on two counts of inciting a child under 16 to commit a grossly indecent act. Photo: Jelly Tse

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Andrew Chiu, who was hurt during a 2019 protest, was released two years ahead of schedule. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

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Police slapped 15 activists with a HK$200,000 bounty each last for their involvement in an overseas election organised by “Hong Kong Parliament”. Photo: Jelly Tse

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To Kai-wa, who was jailed after biting biting off part of a policeman’s finger during an anti-government protest in 2019, has challenged a decision to bar him from studying law in the United Kingdom. Photo: K. Y. Cheng

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Correctional Services Department

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Bangladesh probes hospital deaths of 6 newborns

Air conditioning in the ward where the babies were was not working in the early hours on Wednesday.

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Prison officer admits brutal assault on inmate after baby powder bingo game

‘99% participation’ of young 2019 Hong Kong protest convicts in rehab project

Security Bureau says nearly all young protest offenders have taken part in Project PATH, with a recidivism rate of just 0.2 per cent.

Hong Kong prison department’s IT system hacked, 6,800 staffers’ data compromised

Authorities reveal breach occurred on Tuesday, allowing hacker access to names, email addresses, employment history and other personal information.

Hong Kong protests: former young offenders sent on mainland China exchange tours

Head of correctional authorities says expansion of existing scheme aims to boost patriotism and understanding of Chinese culture.

Hong Kong activist loses legal fight over prison shorts ban for female inmates

High Court judge Russell Coleman upholds prison rules, citing ‘little merit’ in Chow Hang‑tung’s equality challenge.

Opinion | West must face the facts of Jimmy Lai’s trial and conviction

Lai received a fair trial conducted in strict accordance with the law, during which his legal rights were fully safeguarded.

Hongkongers can now book virtual visits with prisoners under trial scheme

Prison authority says system aims to harness technology to offer visitors greater convenience and a more ‘people-oriented visit experience’.

Hong Kong student gets hard labour for coercing 2 girls to send 250 nude photos

Crimes came to light when father of one victim inspected her belongings a week after the 12-year-old’s suicide on March 15, 2023.

Hong Kong activist Andrew Chiu is first national security convict to be freed early

Ex-district councillor, whose seven-year sentence was due to end in early 2028, left prison ahead of schedule due to good behaviour.

Letters | Community effort needed to give Hong Kong’s former prisoners a fresh start

Readers discuss social reintegration of those who have completed prison sentences, and the regulation of ride-hailing services.

Jailed former Thai prime minister Thaksin has new job overseeing sewer cleaning

As a foreman, Thaksin Shinawatra is unlikely to get his hands dirty and will be allowed to leave the prison during work hours.

Hong Kong police arrest 14th suspect in Sai Kung prison officer attack

After more than six months on the run, the suspect was intercepted by mainland Chinese authorities and handed over to Hong Kong police.

Sister of wanted Hong Kong activist Chin Po-fun taken for questioning by police

Force asks sister of activist linked to subversive ‘Hong Kong Parliament’ to visit police station to ‘assist with an investigation’, source says.

Hong Kong’s first Sikh policeman in decades says family legacy inspired him

Palvinderjit Singh’s great-grandfather and grandfather were part of British military stationed in city, and his father works with Correctional Services Department.

Hong Kong prisons will offer proof if seeking to ban specific lawyers: Chris Tang

Security chief says authorities will supply ‘intelligence’ when applying for court order.

Hong Kong plans to update prison rules to better guard national security

Visits of specific lawyers or doctors may be restricted for national security, but court approval needed, and inmates will have access to other legal, medical help.

Hong Kong sea patrol officers to use body cameras to help in investigations

New equipment to be used by frontline officers across all districts for evidence collection and safety.

Former Hong Kong protester challenges travel ban in bid to study law

Authorities block To Kai-wa from leaving Hong Kong during his post-release supervision, citing potential national security risk.

Letters | As data leaks surge, Hong Kong needs to mandate reporting