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The article focuses on the main developments in the Albanian prison system mainly during the last 24 years of democratic transformation. In more concrete terms, the article provides an insight into the legislative, institutional and infrastructural reforms of the Albanian prison system. Special attention is given to the rights and treatment of prisoners seen from a human rights perspective and principles of proper treatment. Furthermore, the article highlights the worrying issues that the prison system faces and concrete suggestions are provided from the perspective of international standards. The impact of international and national monitoring mechanisms on the Albanian prison system reforms also forms part of the analysis.