### Question
What is the definition of correctional facility?


### Answer
The definition of **correctional facility** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 3797aa*:

> a jail, prison, or other detention facility used to house people who have been arrested, detained, held, or convicted by a criminal justice agency or a court

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3797aa*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 46-JUSTICE SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT > SUBCHAPTER XIX-ADULT AND JUVENILE COLLABORATION PROGRAM GRANTS**

