2023-0601: 11 slang terms you'll only hear in prison, according to correctional officers

INSIDER LINK: https://www.businessinsider.com/correctional-officer-slang-terms-2023-5

• Insider spoke to former correctional officers about the slang terms used to do their jobs.

• Officers have their own jargon, but it's also crucial for them to understand the lingo inmates use.

Every profession has its distinct jargon, and law enforcement is no different. Correctional officers, like professionals in a variety of industries and fields, use specific terminology to describe their on-the-job routine and duties.