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Corrections officer at Milan prison who had sex with inmate summoned for no-contact violation
By Jenny Sherman at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
A former corrections officer who served six months in jail for having sex with an inmate in her care and buying him a gold chain is due back in court this week after allegedly violating the terms of her probation.Cara Wozniak, 36, of Milan, pleaded guilty in September 2024 to having sexual contac...
Key takeaway Cara Wozniak, 36, of Milan, pleaded guilty in September 2024 to having sexual contact with a ward while working at FCI Milan and providing the inmate with contraband.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The case of Cara Wozniak, a former corrections officer at FCI Milan, raises concerns about the supervision of individuals on probation in the Detroit area. Wozniak's guilty plea and subsequent sentencing were meant to hold her accountable for her actions, but her alleged violation of the no-contact order with the inmate suggests a need for closer monitoring. The fact that she was able to conceal her contact with the inmate and possession of a cell phone until her polygraph test on June 10, 2026, highlights potential gaps in the probation system. As Wozniak is set to appear in court, the community will be watching to see how the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan addresses these violations and ensures that those on supervised release are held to the terms of their probation. This case may also prompt a review of the polygraph testing and other special conditions required for individuals on supervised release in similar cases.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? A former corrections officer who served six months in jail for having sex with an inmate in her care and buying him a gold chain is due back in court this week after allegedly violating the terms of her probation.Cara Wozniak, 36, of Milan, pleaded guilty in September 2024 to having sexual contac...
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