Introduction

Some prisoners in Prison Architect 2 pose significant threats to security, including gang members, violent offenders, and murderers. These high-risk inmates require strict containment to prevent fights and murders within your facility. This guide covers how to separate Supermax prisoners, build a secure Supermax section, and implement effective security measures.

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Building a Supermax Section

To prevent violent prisoners from harming others, they should be housed in a separate Supermax wing. This section should be self-contained, with dedicated facilities to prevent interaction with lower-risk prisoners.

Step 1: Constructing the Supermax Wing

• Cells: Standard cells or solitary cells with secure doors.
• Perimeter: Reinforce with double walls and armed patrols.
• Visitation & Parole: Separate rooms exclusively for Supermax inmates.
• Access Control: Implement airlocks with remote-controlled doors.

Step 2: Expanding Capacity

• Determine current and future Supermax intake.
• Construct additional cells and facilities as required.
• Monitor prisoner behavior to identify new Supermax candidates.

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Power Grid Optimization

Managing power supply is critical to prevent outages and security failures.

• Separate Power Stations: One for general prison operations, another for Supermax section.
• Fire Prevention: Install sprinklers to minimize fire damage.
• Backup Power Plan: Ensure emergency generators are available.

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Security Enhancements

Security is paramount in handling high-risk prisoners.

Step 1: Prisoner Management

• Permanent Lockdown: Apply to prisoners with violent tendencies.
• Strict Regime: Remove free time, only allowing movement for meals and medical needs.
• Limit Activities:
  • No education.
  • No work programs.
  • Limited therapy access (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Spiritual Guidance).

Step 2: Access Control & Surveillance

• Remote Door Control: Reduce manual staff intervention.
• Guard Patrols: Assign armed guards and dog handlers in key areas.
• PA System: Increases prisoner suppression, reducing misconduct.

Step 3: Search & Contraband Control

• Frequent Cell Searches: Conduct routine sweeps for hidden contraband.
• Dedicated Supermax Contraband Scans: Prevent smuggling through visitation areas.

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Supermax Workflows & Policies

Regime Setup

Supermax prisoners should have a highly restrictive schedule:

Time	Activity
6:00	Lockup
8:00	Eat
10:00	Lockup
12:00	Eat
14:00	Lockup
18:00	Eat
20:00	Lockup

Policy Adjustments

• No Prison Labor
• No Education
• Limited Social Activities (Mail, Spiritual Therapy, Alcoholics Anonymous)
• Strict Solitary Confinement for Rule Violations

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Final Steps & Maintenance

• Monitor Gang Members: Keep an eye on new Supermax candidates.
• Adjust Patrols as Needed: Increase armed presence in high-risk areas.
• Expand Supermax Capacity: Build new cells and facilities to accommodate future dangerous inmates.

By implementing these measures, you can effectively control violent prisoners, reduce prison-wide violence, and maintain a secure Supermax environment.

For more tips and updates, stay tuned to Prison Architect 2 guides!