A penal institution designed and operated with the principal goal of preventing escape and avoiding violence on the part of prisoners, virtually to the exclusion of rehabilitation or other programs is called _________________.

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The description given in the question perfectly fits a maximum security prison. These facilities are designed to hold the most dangerous and violent offenders and have strict measures in place to prevent escape or violence. Rehabilitation and other programs are often limited or nonexistent due to the high priority placed on maintaining order and ensuring the safety of staff and inmates. Minimum and medium security prisons, while still focused on security, typically have more opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration programs.

A Penal Institution Designed and Operated with the Principal Goal