Gestão prisional e os direitos fundamentais de pessoas privadas de liberdade : análise do Núcleo Ressocializador da Capital em Maceió

Abstract

The scope of this study is the analysis of prison management applied at the Rubens Quintella Cavalcante Prison Establishment, known as the Núcleo Ressocializador da Capital (NRC). The NRC is a prison unit located in Maceió, Alagoas, focused on the custody of individuals serving sentences in the closed regime. It is the only prison facility in the state that implements the “Módulo de Respeito” (Module of Respect) model. The central issue revolves around the question of innovative prison management practices, considering both the treatment of inmates and the execution of sentences. The goal is to preserve the life and dignity of the incarcerated population, ensuring legal protection of human rights and social justice. The NRC promotes policies outlined in the Lei de Execução Penal (Penal Execution Law) and aims to reintegrate offenders into society. Methodologically, this study adopts a qualitative approach, specifically a case study. Data collection involves secondary sources related to the organizational structure, with a focus on prison management and the practical application of strategies within this specific unit. The research project received approval from the Research Ethics Committee, with Certificate of Ethical Appreciation Presentation No. 75912023.1.0000.5013 and Opinion No. 6.649.312.The study includes documentary analysis, non-participant observation, and qualitative data collection through semi structured interviews with the incarcerated community, technical staff, and prison officers. The data analysis follows the theoretical framework of content analysis, as proposed by Bardin (2009). From the literature review and empirical data, it becomes evident that the NRC stands out due to its management policy based on the Modules of Respect. This approach promotes the social reintegration of inmates through educational and labor opportunities. While integrating prisoners into private work positions and formal education is crucial, challenges remain in fairly selecting inmates for these activities and adequately preparing them for life outside prison. The NRC’s strengths lie in its established routines, assistance programs, and social reintegration initiatives. Additionally, the respectful treatment of inmates’ families strengthens family bonds. Despite promising results, the NRC’s impact is limited to a small portion of Alagoas’ incarcerated population. It remains an exception within the state’s traditional custodial prison system. The research underscores the need to expand NRC policies to other units, although generalizing the collected data has its limitations.