Are supermax prisons really 'escape proof'?

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In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of escape-proof prisons and whether they truly exist. The general consensus is that there is no such thing as an escape-proof prison, as history has proven with numerous successful escapes. The possibility of escape is dependent on the resources and imagination of the prisoner versus those of the prison system. The conversation also references the escape of Magneto, a fictional character, and discusses the possibility of using quantum tunneling to escape. Ultimately, the conversation concludes that no prison can be considered truly escape-proof until they can account for all potential escape methods.
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Many prisoners have escaped from prisons throughout the years, even death row. The wardens tend to think that after they make corrections, it is 'escape proof'

Do you think prisons are ever escape proof? Yes or no and why?
 
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I don't think there is a such thing as escape proof.
There have been numerous prisons throughout history that have been labeled escape proof and proven wrong. Any security measure can be bypassed with the right resources.
 
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Nothing's impossible, escape included. From anywhere.
 
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Any "system" has its flaws :)

Even Magneto escaped!
 
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The possibility of escape is entirely dependent upon the resources and imagination of the prisoner vs those of the system.
 
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Or on how much you pay off the guards :p
 
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Bribery is categorized as a 'resource', along with standing armies.:biggrin:
 
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Even Magneto escaped!
I forgot how that happened, a gaurd came in or something wearing metal?
 
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An accomplice seduced him in a bar and injected him with either a metal or a substance that increased the iron content of his haemoglobin. Can't remember which, and I seem to recall that in reality blood-borne iron isn't magnetic.:rolleyes:
 
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An accomplice seduced him in a bar and injected him with either a metal or a substance that increased the iron content of his haemoglobin. Can't remember which, and I seem to recall that in reality blood-borne iron isn't magnetic.:rolleyes:

well i think she put so much in him that it didnt bond with the blood stuff.. or whatever.. so yea then magneto is like WTF there is iron in your blood, gimme it please and he took it
 
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The man was a tad dim-witted and didn't notice the severe burns from being injected with molten metal.
 
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To play the nerd here, I remember something about there being a calculable probability that you can undergo quantum tunneling and move intact from one location to another. While the odds are slim, I think that no prison can be entitled escape proof until they learn to deal with this possibility. Force fields perhaps?

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FAQ: Are supermax prisons really 'escape proof'?

Are supermax prisons completely escape proof?

Supermax prisons are designed to be highly secure and difficult to escape from. They have numerous security measures in place, including high walls, razor wire, surveillance cameras, and armed guards. However, it is impossible to say that they are completely escape proof as there is always a small possibility of a successful escape.

How many prisoners have successfully escaped from supermax prisons?

There have been a few cases of prisoners escaping from supermax prisons, but the number is very low compared to other types of prisons. This is due to the high level of security and strict protocols in place.

What makes supermax prisons more secure than regular prisons?

Supermax prisons are designed to house the most dangerous and violent criminals. They have stricter security protocols, more advanced surveillance systems, and more stringent inmate restrictions compared to regular prisons. This makes it much more difficult for prisoners to escape.

Can prisoners communicate with the outside world in supermax prisons?

In most cases, prisoners in supermax prisons have limited or no contact with the outside world. This is to prevent them from coordinating escape attempts or communicating with other criminals. However, they are still able to communicate with their lawyers and have limited access to phone calls and mail.

How often are supermax prisons inspected for security breaches?

Supermax prisons are regularly inspected by both internal and external authorities to ensure that security protocols are being followed and there are no potential security breaches. This can vary depending on the specific prison, but they are typically inspected at least once a year.

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