Ma Hang Prison, Minimum security prison in Southern District, Hong Kong
Description
Ma Hang Prison is a minimum security facility in Southern District that houses male inmates classified as low-risk. The facility is managed by the Hong Kong Correctional Services Department and includes dedicated sections for older prisoners with access to medical care.
History
The facility was built in 1939 and is registered as a Grade III historic building. It marks an important point in the development of Hong Kong's prison system during that period.
Culture
The facility implements rehabilitation programs with a focus on elderly prisoners, reflecting Hong Kong's approach to age-specific incarceration management.
Practical
The facility is located in Southern District and is accessible by public transport. Access is restricted for security reasons and requires prior authorization from authorities.
Did you know?
The prison allows sentence reductions of up to one-third based on inmate behavior, following Hong Kong's correctional policies for minimum security facilities.
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