What is a Guardroom?

A guardroom is a room in a prison or other secure facility where prisoners are held temporarily, typically for disciplinary reasons or while they await transfer to another part of the facility. It is also sometimes referred to as a "cellblock" or "disciplinary cell."

Inmates who have violated rules or committed misconduct may be placed in the guardroom for a period of time as punishment. The conditions in the guardroom are often more restrictive than those in the general prison population, and inmates may be subject to additional supervision and monitoring.

The term "guardroom" comes from the fact that the room is typically staffed by correctional officers or guards who are responsible for overseeing the inmates and maintaining order. The guardroom is often used as a temporary holding cell for inmates who are awaiting transfer to another part of the facility or who are being punished for rule violations.