COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	8. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Legal Proceedings The nature of CoreCivic's business results in claims and litigation alleging that it is liable for damages arising from the conduct of its employees, offenders or others. The nature of such claims includes, but is not limited to, claims arising from employee or offender misconduct, medical malpractice, employment matters, property loss, contractual claims, including claims regarding compliance with contract performance requirements, and personal injury or other damages resulting from contact with CoreCivic's facilities, personnel or offenders, including damages arising from an offender's escape or from a disturbance at a facility. CoreCivic maintains insurance to cover many of these claims, which may mitigate the risk that any single claim would have a material effect on CoreCivic's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows, provided the claim is one for which coverage is available. The combination of self-insured retentions and deductible amounts means that, in the aggregate, CoreCivic is subject to self-insurance risk. Based upon management's review of the potential claims and outstanding litigation, and based upon management's experience and history of estimating losses, and taking into consideration CoreCivic's self-insured retention amounts, management believes a loss in excess of amounts already recognized would not be material to CoreCivic's consolidated financial statements. Adversarial proceedings and litigation are, however, subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable decisions and rulings resulting from legal proceedings could occur which could have a material impact on CoreCivic's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows for the period in which such decisions or rulings occur, or future periods. Expenses associated with legal proceedings may also fluctuate from quarter to quarter based on changes in CoreCivic's assumptions, new developments, or by the effectiveness of CoreCivic's litigation and settlement strategies. CoreCivic records a liability in the consolidated financial statements for loss contingencies when a loss is known or considered probable, and the amount can be reasonably estimated. If the reasonable estimate of a known or probable loss is a range, and no amount within the range is a better estimate than any other, the minimum amount of the range is accrued. If a loss is reasonably possible but not known or probable, and can be reasonably estimated, the estimated loss or range of loss is disclosed. When determining the estimated loss or range of loss, significant judgment is required to estimate the amount and timing of a loss to be recorded. Any receivable for insurance recoveries is recorded separately from the corresponding litigation reserve, and only if recovery is determined to be probable and the amount of payment can be determined. CoreCivic does not accrue for anticipated legal fees and costs and expenses those items as incurred. ICE Detainee Labor and Related Matters. On May 31, 2017, two former ICE detainees, who were detained at the Company's Otay Mesa Detention Center ("OMDC") in San Diego, California, filed a class action lawsuit against the Company in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. The complaint alleged that the Company forces detainees to perform labor under threat of punishment in violation of state and federal anti-trafficking laws and that OMDC's Voluntary Work Program ("VWP") violates state labor laws including state minimum wage laws. ICE requires that CoreCivic offer and operate the VWP in conformance with ICE standards and ICE prescribes the minimum rate of pay for VWP participants. The Plaintiffs seek compensatory damages, exemplary damages, restitution, penalties, and interest as well as declaratory and injunctive relief on behalf of former and current detainees. On April 1, 2020, the district court certified a nationwide anti-trafficking claims class of former and current detainees who participated in an ICE VWP at a CoreCivic facility. It also certified a state law class of former and current detainees who participated in a VWP wherever the Company held ICE detainees in California. The Company has exhausted appeals of the class certification order. On May 6, 2024, the district court stayed the filing of dispositive motions on state law claims under California law pending the outcome of a related case being prosecuted by another private prison company. That case is currently on appeal in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The claims resulting in certified classes are proceeding in all other respects in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, where the discovery process has commenced. A second California lawsuit concerning the VWP at OMDC has been stayed pending the outcome of class proceedings in the first California case described above. Due to the stage of the ongoing proceedings, the Company cannot reasonably predict the outcomes, nor can it estimate the amount of loss or range of loss, if any, that may result. As a result, the Company has not recorded an accrual relating to these matters at this time, as losses are not considered probable or reasonably estimable at this stage of these lawsuits. City of Leavenworth. Effective March 7, 2025, CoreCivic entered into a letter agreement with ICE to begin activation efforts at the Company's 1,033-bed Midwest Regional Reception Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. On September 29, 2025, CoreCivic announced that it entered into a new two-year contract with ICE effective September 7, 2025. On March 31, 2025, the City of Leavenworth filed a lawsuit alleging that an SUP must be obtained to operate the facility. The City's initial lawsuit was dismissed in federal court. The City subsequently re-filed its lawsuit in state court, where the Court granted a temporary restraining order barring CoreCivic from housing detainees at the Midwest Regional Reception Center without first obtaining an SUP. CoreCivic plans to continue vigorously defending this matter on the basis that an SUP is not applicable under existing statute, and has filed an appeal in the state court of appeals. On August 8, 2025, the Company filed a lawsuit in federal court alleging that the City’s conduct constitutes ongoing violations of the United States Constitution and other federal rights. On September 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice ("DOJ") filed a Statement of Interest in support of CoreCivic in that case arguing that the City's actions violate the Constitution's Supremacy Clause and urging the court to enjoin the City from further unlawful interference. The Company can provide no assurance that it will obtain a favorable ruling in these matters or predict when these matters will be resolved. California City Immigration Processing Center Litigation. Effective April 1, 2025, CoreCivic entered into a letter agreement with ICE to begin activation efforts at the California City Immigration Processing Center in California City, California. In August 2025, the California City facility began receiving detainees. On September 29, 2025, CoreCivic announced that it entered into a new two-year contract with ICE effective September 1, 2025. On September 16, 2025, a non-governmental organization and a detainee filed a lawsuit alleging that a business license must be obtained to operate the facility and seeks injunctive relief that would include operational interruption at the facility. CoreCivic removed the case to federal court and plans to vigorously defend this matter on numerous grounds. The Company can provide no assurance that it will obtain a favorable ruling in this matter or predict when this matter will be resolved. If injunctive relief is granted as requested, the Court could require cessation of new intakes or closure of the facility until such time the Company meets any requirements established by the Court. Inmate Litigation Matter. On April 24, 2025, a jury returned a verdict in favor of a plaintiff against CoreCivic in the amount of $27.8 million. The plaintiff was an inmate at the Crossroads Correctional Center in Shelby, Montana, in 2018 when he was assaulted by another inmate. The jury determined that the plaintiff proved that the Company violated his civil rights by not adequately protecting him from the inmate-on-inmate assault. The Company appealed this decision to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, where the case is currently pending. The Company cannot reasonably predict the final outcome, nor can it estimate the amount of loss or range of loss that may result from the appeal. Regardless of the appeal process, this matter is substantially covered by insurance. As a result of existing insurance coverage and previous accruals, the matter is not expected to have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements. U.S. Department of Justice Investigation In August 2024, the state of Tennessee was notified by letter that the DOJ was commencing an investigation under the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act of conditions in the Company-owned and operated Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, which the Company manages on behalf of the Tennessee Department of Corrections. The Company is cooperating with the investigation.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2025

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Legal Proceedings

The nature of CoreCivic's business results in claims and litigation alleging that it is liable for damages arising from the conduct of its employees, offenders or others. The nature of such claims includes, but is not limited to, claims arising from employee or offender misconduct, medical malpractice, employment matters, property loss, contractual claims, including claims regarding compliance with contract performance requirements, and personal injury or other damages resulting from contact with CoreCivic's facilities, personnel or offenders, including damages arising from an offender's escape or from a disturbance at a facility. CoreCivic maintains insurance to cover many of these claims, which may mitigate the risk that any single claim would have a material effect on CoreCivic's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows, provided the claim is one for which coverage is available. The combination of self-insured retentions and deductible amounts means that, in the aggregate, CoreCivic is subject to self-insurance risk.

Based upon management's review of the potential claims and outstanding litigation, and based upon management's experience and history of estimating losses, and taking into consideration CoreCivic's self-insured retention amounts, management believes a loss in excess of amounts already recognized would not be material to CoreCivic's consolidated financial statements. Adversarial proceedings and litigation are, however, subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable decisions and rulings resulting from legal proceedings could occur which could have a material impact on CoreCivic's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows for the period in which such decisions or rulings occur, or future periods. Expenses associated with legal proceedings may also fluctuate from quarter to quarter based on changes in CoreCivic's assumptions, new developments, or by the effectiveness of CoreCivic's litigation and settlement strategies.

CoreCivic records a liability in the consolidated financial statements for loss contingencies when a loss is known or considered probable, and the amount can be reasonably estimated. If the reasonable estimate of a known or probable loss is a range, and no amount within the range is a better estimate than any other, the minimum amount of the range is accrued. If a loss is reasonably possible but not known or probable, and can be reasonably estimated, the estimated loss or range of loss is disclosed. When determining the estimated loss or range of loss, significant judgment is required to estimate the amount and timing of a loss to be recorded. Any receivable for insurance recoveries is recorded separately from the corresponding litigation reserve, and only if recovery is determined to be probable and the amount of payment can be determined. CoreCivic does not accrue for anticipated legal fees and costs and expenses those items as incurred.

ICE Detainee Labor and Related Matters. On May 31, 2017, two former ICE detainees, who were detained at the Company's Otay Mesa Detention Center ("OMDC") in San Diego, California, filed a class action lawsuit against the Company in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. The complaint alleged that the Company forces detainees to perform labor under threat of punishment in violation of state and federal anti-trafficking laws and that OMDC's Voluntary Work Program ("VWP") violates state labor laws including state minimum wage laws. ICE requires that CoreCivic offer and operate the VWP in conformance with ICE standards and ICE prescribes the minimum rate of pay for VWP participants. The Plaintiffs seek compensatory damages, exemplary damages, restitution, penalties, and interest as well as declaratory and injunctive relief on behalf of former and current detainees. On April 1, 2020, the district court certified a nationwide anti-trafficking claims class of former and current detainees who participated in an ICE VWP at a CoreCivic facility. It also certified a state law class of former and current detainees who participated in a VWP wherever the Company held ICE detainees in California. The Company has exhausted appeals of the class certification order. On May 6, 2024, the district court stayed the filing of dispositive motions on state law claims under California law pending the outcome of a related case being prosecuted by another private prison company. That case is currently on appeal in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The claims resulting in certified classes are proceeding in all other respects in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, where the discovery process has commenced. A second California lawsuit concerning the VWP at OMDC has been stayed pending the outcome of class proceedings in the first California case described above.

Due to the stage of the ongoing proceedings, the Company cannot reasonably predict the outcomes, nor can it estimate the amount of loss or range of loss, if any, that may result. As a result, the Company has not recorded an accrual relating to these matters at this time, as losses are not considered probable or reasonably estimable at this stage of these lawsuits.

City of Leavenworth. Effective March 7, 2025, CoreCivic entered into a letter agreement with ICE to begin activation efforts at the Company's 1,033-bed Midwest Regional Reception Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. On September 29, 2025, CoreCivic announced that it entered into a new two-year contract with ICE effective September 7, 2025. On March 31, 2025, the City of Leavenworth filed a lawsuit alleging that an SUP must be obtained to operate the facility. The City's initial lawsuit was dismissed in federal court. The City subsequently re-filed its lawsuit in state court, where the Court granted a temporary restraining order barring CoreCivic from housing detainees at the Midwest Regional Reception Center without first obtaining an SUP. CoreCivic plans to continue vigorously defending this matter on the basis that an SUP is not applicable under existing statute, and has filed an appeal in the state court of appeals. On August 8, 2025, the Company filed a lawsuit in federal court alleging that the City’s conduct constitutes ongoing violations of the United States Constitution and other federal rights. On September 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice ("DOJ") filed a Statement of Interest in support of CoreCivic in that case arguing that the City's actions violate the Constitution's Supremacy Clause and urging the court to enjoin the City from further unlawful interference. The Company can provide no assurance that it will obtain a favorable ruling in these matters or predict when these matters will be resolved.

California City Immigration Processing Center Litigation. Effective April 1, 2025, CoreCivic entered into a letter agreement with ICE to begin activation efforts at the California City Immigration Processing Center in California City, California. In August 2025, the California City facility began receiving detainees. On September 29, 2025, CoreCivic announced that it entered into a new two-year contract with ICE effective September 1, 2025. On September 16, 2025, a non-governmental organization and a detainee filed a lawsuit alleging that a business license must be obtained to operate the facility and seeks injunctive relief that would include operational interruption at the facility. CoreCivic removed the case to federal court and plans to vigorously defend this matter on numerous grounds. The Company can provide no assurance that it will obtain a favorable ruling in this matter or predict when this matter will be resolved. If injunctive relief is granted as requested, the Court could require cessation of new intakes or closure of the facility until such time the Company meets any requirements established by the Court.

Inmate Litigation Matter. On April 24, 2025, a jury returned a verdict in favor of a plaintiff against CoreCivic in the amount of $27.8 million. The plaintiff was an inmate at the Crossroads Correctional Center in Shelby, Montana, in 2018 when he was assaulted by another inmate. The jury determined that the plaintiff proved that the Company violated his civil rights by not adequately protecting him from the inmate-on-inmate assault. The Company appealed this decision to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, where the case is currently pending. The Company cannot reasonably predict the final outcome, nor can it estimate the amount of loss or range of loss that may result from the appeal. Regardless of the appeal process, this matter is substantially covered by insurance. As a result of existing insurance coverage and previous accruals, the matter is not expected to have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.

U.S. Department of Justice Investigation

In August 2024, the state of Tennessee was notified by letter that the DOJ was commencing an investigation under the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act of conditions in the Company-owned and operated Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, which the Company manages on behalf of the Tennessee Department of Corrections. The Company is cooperating with the investigation.