state prison

noun

1. a prison maintained by a state for the confinement of felons.

State prison

noun

1. (in the US) a prison where persons convicted of serious crimes are confined

Word History and Origins

Origin of state prison¹

First recorded in 1715–25

Example Sentences

The couple face life in state prison without the possibility of parole, as well as a consecutive sentence of six years and four months, when they are sentenced Jan. 13.

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A few weeks later, Nowden was again in court on assault charges, taking a second plea deal that sent him to state prison for four years, records show.

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Afterward, Fischgrund said she learned no state prison would hire her as a contract psychologist.

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If convicted on all counts, he faces up to 26 years and eight months in state prison.

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Adame was sentenced to three years in state prison in that case, according to court records, but was released for time served.

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