El Presupuesto de los Centros Penitenciarios y Carcelarios en Colombia para el Mantenimiento del privado de la libertad

Abstract

This project consists of the budget allocated by the state to penitentiary and prison centers for the maintenance of prisoners. The first chapter describes the history of penitentiary and prison centers and agricultural colonies. Once Colombia consolidated its independence from Spain, a process of change began in the organization and legislation of the state. The first significant transformations in penitentiary and prison centers occurred in 1825, when the Law on the Organization and Political and Economic Regime of the Departments and Provinces was created. Among its various provisions, it sought to improve conditions and address the various problems that have arisen over the years. Despite efforts, many of these problems still persist. The second chapter explains the allocation of the budget for penitentiary and prison facilities for the maintenance of prisoners, according to the report presented by the National Penitentiary and Prison Institute in 2023. Based on the data provided, strategies are proposed to reduce public spending without diminishing the quality of inmate care and to better optimize resources. Finally, a conclusion is drawn from the topics developed in the chapters.