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Author of: "What Do I Wear to the Execution?"

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Thank you for visiting! I have unique experiences in government and partnership corrections. I served as Warden of seven correctional facilities, as well as commissioner overseeing private prisons and Deputy Secretary of Florida, the third largest correctional system in the United States. I served on the administrative faculty of Florida State University College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. These experiences position me with both practical and academic knowledge of the crimianl justice system. I am so proud of my new book "What Do I Wear to the Execution?".
Two words best illustrate the culture of corrections: resilient and stubborn.

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Read the fictional story of Dr. Sarah Jefferson as she makes her winding journey through Crawford Correctional Facility......
  • Available on Amazon.com in paperback and kindle versions
"Even though I've started- and ended- this story with execution of William Bell, I want to travel back in time to truly understand why I've chosen the field of corrections; although, at times, I've often felt like it chose me." What Do I Wear to the Execution, pg. 15.
This book is dedicated to all the men and women who work inside the walls of steel and stone. Your courage is admirable, your work important, and your bravery unfailing.
Jail Management
  • Strategy
  • Security
  • Staffing and motivation
Prison Management
  • Re-entry ideas
  • Motivating and retaining staff
  • Culture change
  • Consultation and professional auditing available upon request
Inmate Programs
  • Track record of implmenting innovative inmate programs
  • Experience in evidenced based programming
  • Informed on Medication assisted treatment for substance use disorder

Let's work together!

I'm available at:
lbedard78@hotmail.com 1-850-339-9502
  • "If you've never been inside a prison, jail, or detention center, Laura Bedard makes you feel like you are. This is a 'must read' book. "
    Mrs. H, Former prison nurse, New Mexico
  • Through an interesting and original story, Dr. Bedard provides a unique look into what it’s like to work in corrections. Although this a work of fiction, the years of experience working in prisons and jails around the country are clearly evident. I’d recommend this to people looking for a better understanding of what it’s like to work in correctional administration or anyone looking for a good story about working in prisons!
    Thomas Baker, Ph.D.
  • Ostensibly a novel, the book reveals one woman's life and journey as she rises to warden of a federal max security prison. It was an intriguing look into prison from a mangement and philosophy perspective that will be insightful to most who have no personal expereince with such insitutions. Highly recommend!
    Kendri, Amazon reviewer
Stay connected with me at lbedard78@hotmail.com
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