
Jailer
Power Dynamics
Reflects authority over prisoners and responsibility within the penal system.
The jailer sternly surveyed the inmates during roll call.
Not Police
Jailers oversee inmates, unlike police who enforce laws in the community.
After arrest, the police handed the suspect to the jailer for detention.
Controlled Access
A jailer controls access to jail areas, managing security and movement.
The jailer unlocked the door to the recreation area for the prisoners.