Department for Correctional Services
The Department for Correctional Services (DCS) is central to South Australia’s criminal justice system. DCS employs more than 2000 staff across both regional and metropolitan areas and is responsible for nine prisons and seventeen Community Correctional facilities. Our department exists to contribute to public safety, the reduction of crime and the protection of victims through the safe, secure and humane management of offenders under our supervision and the provision of opportunities for rehabilitation.