Oklahoma continues to face a severe shortage of corrections officers, a problem that’s costing the state millions in overtime pay and could put those who live and work in state prisons at risk.

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Oklahoma continues to face a severe shortage of corrections officers, a problem that’s costing the state millions in overtime pay and could put those who live and work in state prisons at risk.
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