Luther Luckett Correctional Complex (LLCC), a medium-security prison in LaGrange, received a near-perfect score on its recent re-accreditation audit with the American Correctional Association (ACA). The institution received a score of 99.3 percent. This audit marks the 13th in the history of the prison.
“The staff at LLCC continue to demonstrate diligence and dedication to the institution and Department of Corrections,” said Commissioner Jim Erwin. “I am proud of the work they are doing on a daily basis to achieve this near-perfect audit score.”
Audit Chair Robbin Bell, from Michigan, was very impressed with the staff at LLCC.
“The great thing about LLCC is that there is no façade. The ACA best practices are apparent in the day-to-day operations, not just during an audit,” said Bell. “It was apparent that the warden and deputies are on the yard and working with the staff daily.”
Auditor Alan Finnan was especially complimentary of the team approach.
“Everyone is cognizant that what they do matters. The staff are bonded into an effective and efficient team,” said Finnan.
LLCC Warden Scott Jordan congratulated his staff on the accomplishment. “The audit team provided LLCC with a review that was systematic and in-depth. Their background, knowledge and experience could only be garnered from seasoned correctional professionals. The score of this audit is a reflection of the dedication and hard work of our staff.”
ACA accreditation consists of approximately 525 standards that cover security, operational and programming aspects of the prison. Each of Kentucky’s prisons are audited by ACA every three years and have a program security review every year. Kentucky has been a member of ACA since the early 1980s.