Humphrey proposes correctional salary increase

OKLAHOMA CITY – A proposal to give state correctional and pardon and parole officers a significant pay raise has been announced by the state Department of Corrections (DOC), a move largely facilitated by Rep. Justin JJ Humphrey, R-Lane.

Under the plan, correctional officers would receive a 30% pay increase, and probation and parole officers would see an increase of 20%. Medical staff would see an i…