Here you will find stories and information about the georgia department of corrections as well as hear about success stories from our. Webatlanta (ap) — georgia prisons remain understaffed and overwhelmed by violence and deaths, according to statistics presented to state lawmakers. In a lawsuit filed last week by the southern center for human rights, it's alleged correctional officer vacancies are higher than 70% in one georgia. Webgeorgia department of corrections press releases. Skip to main content an official website of the state of georgia. How you know english. New deputy warden of care.