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... > social science subjects > criminology and criminal justice > criminology > penology > prisons and correctional facilities > prison life > sexual relations with staff
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sexual relations with staff  

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  • The inherently unequal power relationship between staff members and inmates makes it impossible for inmates to consent freely to sexual relations. Correctional professionals have certain fiduciary responsibilities toward inmates in terms of control over their safety and well-being, and sexual intimacy constitutes a breach of these responsibilities. [Source: Encyclopedia of Prisons & Correctional Facilities; Sexual Relations with Staff]

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