Prison Uniforms in United States
Prison uniforms in the United States often consist of a distinctive orange or yellow jumpsuit or two piece surgical scrub set to make escape more difficult, as it is difficult for an escaped inmate (犯人) to avoid recognition and recapture in such a distinctive attire (服裝). Originally a horizontal white and black bee-striped uniform and hat was used.
Striped prison uniforms commonly used in the 19th century began to be abolished in parts of the United States early in the 20th century because their continued use as a badge of shame was considered undesirable.
Through most of the twentieth century attitudes were different towards philosophies of rehabilitation (獲得改造). Fair treatment of prisoners and a growing number of non-violent, working class offenders prompted such a change in attitudes, and clothing and conditions changed to serve the concept of rehabilitation rather than punishment. As a result, work clothes were introduced, perhaps because of the concept of honest labor helping to turn an inmate into an honest citizen. Blue jeans and light blue denim or chambray work shirts became the norm, a tradition still followed in some state prison systems today. In federal prisons, this concept was introduced in the form of khaki pants and shirts, still in use.
Color designations
Inmate in striped uniform and restraints
Different color designations are commonly used to indicate the status of the inmate. The uniforms may be in plain colors or horizontally striped black or white.
In some cases the following color code is used
Dark red: supermax, or "worst of the worst"
Red: high-risk
Orange: medium-risk
Khaki or yellow: low-risk
White: segregation unit or in specific cases, death row inmates
Green or blue: low-risk inmates on work detail (e.g. kitchen, cleaning, laundry, mail, or other tasks)
Black/orange and white stripes: unspecific, commonly used for any status in some prisons
Pink: used for special punishment in some prisons
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