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Nov. 01, 2011
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| Document And Entity Information [Abstract] | ||
| Document Type | 10-Q | |
| Amendment Flag | false | |
| Document Period End Date | Sep. 30, 2011 | |
| Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q3 | |
| Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2011 | |
| Entity Registrant Name | CORRECTIONS CORP OF AMERICA | |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001070985 | |
| Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 | |
| Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer | |
| Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 99,507,428 |
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If the value is true, then the document as an amendment to previously-filed/accepted document. No definition available.
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End date of current fiscal year in the format --MM-DD. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal period of the document report. For a first quarter 2006 quarterly report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, the first fiscal quarter should be given as the fiscal period focus. Values: FY, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, H1, H2, M9, T1, T2, T3, M8, CY. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal year of the document report in CCYY format. For a 2006 annual report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, fiscal 2006 should be given as the fiscal year focus. Example: 2006. No definition available.
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The end date of the period reflected on the cover page if a periodic report. For all other reports and registration statements containing historical data, it is the date up through which that historical data is presented. If there is no historical data in the report, use the filing date. The format of the date is CCYY-MM-DD. No definition available.
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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, N-1A, etc). The document type is limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type, minus any "/A" suffix. The acceptable values are as follows: S-1, S-3, S-4, S-11, F-1, F-3, F-4, F-9, F-10, 6-K, 8-K, 10, 10-K, 10-Q, 20-F, 40-F, N-1A, 485BPOS, 497, NCSR, N-CSR, N-CSRS, N-Q, 10-KT, 10-QT, 20-FT, POS AM and Other. No definition available.
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A unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is commonly abbreviated as CIK. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Indicate number of shares outstanding of each of registrant's classes of common stock, as of latest practicable date. Where multiple classes exist define each class by adding class of stock items such as Common Class A [Member], Common Class B [Member] onto the Instrument [Domain] of the Entity Listings, Instrument No definition available.
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Indicate whether the registrant is one of the following: (1) Large Accelerated Filer, (2) Accelerated Filer, (3) Non-accelerated Filer, or (4) Smaller Reporting Company. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and due within one year (or the operating cycle, if longer), including liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received, taxes, interest, rent and utilities, accrued salaries and bonuses, payroll taxes and fringe benefits. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer), for goods or services (including trade receivables) that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business, reduced to the estimated net realizable fair value by an allowance established by the entity of the amount it deems uncertain of collection. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of the unpaid sum of the known and estimated amounts payable to satisfy all currently due domestic and foreign income tax obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value received from shareholders in common stock-related transactions that are in excess of par value or stated value and amounts received from other stock-related transactions. Includes only common stock transactions (excludes preferred stock transactions). May be called contributed capital, capital in excess of par, capital surplus, or paid-in capital. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate value (measured at the lower of net carrying value or fair value less cost of disposal) for current assets (assets with expected useful life shorter than one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer) of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), to be sold or that has subsequently been disposed of through sale, as of the financial statement date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate value (measured at the lower of net carrying value or fair value less cost of disposal) for noncurrent assets (assets with expected useful life longer than one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer) of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), to be sold or that has subsequently been disposed of through sale, as of the financial statement date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net amount due after one year of the balance sheet date or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer, consisting of: (a) minimum lease payments due on direct financing leases, (b) unguaranteed residual value, and (c) any unamortized initial direct costs; less: (i) executory costs, (ii) unearned income, and (iii) the accumulated allowance for uncollectible minimum lease payments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. It also includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits in that the Entity may deposit additional funds at any time and also effectively may withdraw funds at any time without prior notice or penalty. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Compensating balance arrangements that do not legally restrict the withdrawal or usage of cash amounts may be reported as Cash and Cash Equivalents, while legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or company statements of intention with regard to particular deposits are not generally reported as cash and cash equivalents. Includes cash and cash equivalents associated with the entity's continuing operations. Excludes cash and cash equivalents associated with the disposal group (and discontinued operation). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Represents the caption on the face of the balance sheet to indicate that the entity has entered into (1) purchase or supply arrangements that will require expending a portion of its resources to meet the terms thereof, and (2) is exposed to potential losses or, less frequently, gains, arising from (a) possible claims against a company's resources due to future performance under contract terms, and (b) possible losses or likely gains from uncertainties that will ultimately be resolved when one or more future events that are deemed likely to occur do occur or fail to occur. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate par or stated value of issued nonredeemable common stock (or common stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer). This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The current portion of the aggregate tax effects as of the balance sheet date of all future tax deductions arising from temporary differences between tax basis and generally accepted accounting principles basis recognition of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, which can only be deducted for tax purposes when permitted under enacted tax laws; after deducting the allocated valuation allowance, if any, to reduce such amount to net realizable value. Deferred tax liabilities and assets are classified as current or noncurrent based on the classification of the related asset or liability for financial reporting. A deferred tax liability or asset that is not related to an asset or liability for financial reporting, including deferred tax assets related to carryforwards, are classified according to the expected reversal date of the temporary difference. An unrecognized tax benefit that is directly related to a position taken in a tax year that results in a net operating loss carryforward is presented as a reduction of the related deferred tax asset. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Represents the noncurrent portion of deferred tax liabilities, which result from applying the applicable tax rate to net taxable temporary differences pertaining to each jurisdiction to which the entity is obligated to pay income tax. A noncurrent taxable temporary difference is a difference between the tax basis and the carrying amount of a noncurrent asset or liability in the financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. In a classified statement of financial position, an enterprise separates deferred tax liabilities and assets into a current amount and a noncurrent amount. Deferred tax liabilities and assets are classified as current or noncurrent based on the classification of the related asset or liability for financial reporting. A deferred tax liability or asset that is not related to an asset or liability for financial reporting, including deferred tax assets related to carryforwards, are classified according to the expected reversal date of the temporary difference. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date, which is the cumulative amount paid and (if applicable) the fair value of any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, adjusted for any amortization recognized prior to the adoption of any changes in generally accepted accounting principles (as applicable) and for any impairment charges, in excess of the fair value of net assets acquired in one or more business combination transactions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all liabilities that are recognized. Liabilities are probable future sacrifices of economic benefits arising from present obligations of an entity to transfer assets or provide services to other entities in the future. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity items (or Partners' Capital, as applicable), including the portion of equity attributable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of current obligations (due less than one year or one operating cycle, if longer) arising from the sale, disposal or planned sale in the near future (generally within one year) of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year from the balance sheet date or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year (current maturities) or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of current assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Current assets are expected to be realized or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tangible assets that are held by an entity for use in the production or supply of goods and services, for rental to others, or for administrative purposes and that are expected to provide economic benefit for more than one year; net of accumulated depreciation. Examples include land, buildings, machinery and equipment, and other types of furniture and equipment including, but not limited to, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment and software. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cash and equivalents whose use in whole or in part is restricted for the long-term, generally by contractual agreements or regulatory requirements. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cumulative amount of the reporting entity's undistributed earnings or deficit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)
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| Allowance for accounts receivable | $ 1,395 | $ 1,568 |
| Common stock, par value | $ 0.01 | $ 0.01 |
| Common stock, shares authorized | 300,000,000 | 300,000,000 |
| Common stock, shares issued | 99,608,000 | 109,754,000 |
| Common stock, shares outstanding | 99,608,000 | 109,754,000 |
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A valuation allowance for trade and other receivables due to an Entity within one year (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) that are expected to be uncollectible. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Face amount or stated value of common stock per share; generally not indicative of the fair market value per share. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The maximum number of common shares permitted to be issued by an entity's charter and bylaws. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total number of common shares of an entity that have been sold or granted to shareholders (includes common shares that were issued, repurchased and remain in the treasury). These shares represent capital invested by the firm's shareholders and owners, and may be all or only a portion of the number of shares authorized. Shares issued include shares outstanding and shares held in the treasury. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total number of shares of common stock held by shareholders. May be all or portion of the number of common shares authorized. These shares represent the ownership interest of the common shareholders. Shares outstanding equals shares issued minus shares held in treasury and other adjustments, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Management and other | $ 434,492 | $ 426,628 | $ 1,294,267 | $ 1,240,824 |
| Rental | 551 | 522 | 1,653 | 2,007 |
| Total revenues | 435,043 | 427,150 | 1,295,920 | 1,242,831 |
| EXPENSES: | ||||
| Operating | 304,664 | 292,160 | 897,818 | 868,060 |
| General and administrative | 23,007 | 23,606 | 66,236 | 62,087 |
| Depreciation and amortization | 26,637 | 26,195 | 80,883 | 76,715 |
| Total operating expenses | 354,308 | 341,961 | 1,044,937 | 1,006,862 |
| OPERATING INCOME | 80,735 | 85,189 | 250,983 | 235,969 |
| OTHER EXPENSES (INCOME): | ||||
| Interest expense, net | 18,058 | 17,925 | 54,820 | 52,499 |
| Other (income) expense | 73 | (131) | 262 | (75) |
| Total non-operating (income) expense | 18,131 | 17,794 | 55,082 | 52,424 |
| INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE INCOME TAXES | 62,604 | 67,395 | 195,901 | 183,545 |
| Income tax expense | (23,364) | (25,284) | (73,913) | (69,653) |
| INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS | 39,240 | 42,111 | 121,988 | 113,892 |
| Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax | (147) | (404) | ||
| NET INCOME | $ 39,240 | $ 41,964 | $ 121,988 | $ 113,488 |
| BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE: | ||||
| Income from continuing operations | $ 0.38 | $ 0.38 | $ 1.14 | $ 1.01 |
| Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes | ||||
| Net income | $ 0.38 | $ 0.38 | $ 1.14 | $ 1.01 |
| DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE: | ||||
| Income from continuing operations | $ 0.37 | $ 0.38 | $ 1.14 | $ 1.00 |
| Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes | ||||
| Net income | $ 0.37 | $ 0.38 | $ 1.14 | $ 1.00 |
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Total costs of sales and operating expenses for the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The current period expense charged against earnings on long-lived, physical assets not used in production, and which are not intended for resale, to allocate or recognize the cost of such assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset; or to reflect consumption during the period of an asset that is not used in production. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate total of expenses of managing and administering the affairs of an entity, including affiliates of the reporting entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations attributable to the parent which may also be defined as revenue less expenses and taxes from ongoing operations before extraordinary items but after deduction of those portions of income or loss from continuing operations that are allocable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of operating profit and nonoperating income or expense before Income or Loss from equity method investments, income taxes, extraordinary items, and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) from continuing operations per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) derived from continuing operations during the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the overall income (loss) from a disposal group apportioned to the parent that is classified as a component of the entity, net of income tax, reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items after deduction or consideration of the amount which may be allocable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Includes the following (net of tax): income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) derived from discontinued operations during the period, net of related tax effect, per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income or loss derived from discontinued operations during the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The sum of the current income tax expense or benefit and the deferred income tax expense or benefit pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of income or expense from ancillary business-related activities (that is to say, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Generally recurring costs associated with normal operations except for the portion of these expenses which can be clearly related to production and included in cost of sales or services. Excludes Selling, General and Administrative Expense. No definition available.
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The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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The total amount of revenue recognized for the period from operating leases, including minimum lease revenue, contingent revenue, percentage revenue and sublease revenue. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net amount of other income and expense amounts, the components of which are not separately disclosed on the income statement, resulting from ancillary business-related activities (that is, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business) also known as other nonoperating income (expense) recognized for the period. Such amounts may include: (a) dividends, (b) interest on securities, (c) net gains or losses on securities, (d) unusual costs, (e) gains or losses on foreign exchange transactions, and (f) miscellaneous other income and expense items. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate revenue during the period from services rendered in the normal course of business, after deducting allowances and discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Expenditures for facility development and expansions. No definition available.
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Payments received on direct financing lease. No definition available.
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The component of interest expense representing the noncash expenses charged against earnings in the period to allocate debt discount and premium, and the costs to issue debt and obtain financing over the related debt instruments. Alternate captions include Noncash Interest Expense. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For the entity and the disposal group, cash includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. It also includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits in that the Entity may deposit additional funds at any time and also effectively may withdraw funds at any time without prior notice or penalty. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Compensating balance arrangements that do not legally restrict the withdrawal or usage of cash amounts may be reported as Cash and Cash Equivalents, while legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or company statements of intention with regard to particular deposits are not generally reported as cash and cash equivalents. No definition available.
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in cash and cash equivalents. While for technical reasons this element has no balance attribute, the default assumption is a debit balance consistent with its label. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The component of income tax expense for the period representing the increase (decrease) in the entity's deferred tax assets and liabilities pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of tangible assets, intangible assets, or depleting assets to periods that benefit from use of the assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reductions in the entity's income taxes that arise when compensation cost (from non-qualified share-based compensation) recognized on the entity's tax return exceeds compensation cost from equity-based compensation recognized in financial statements. This element represents the cash inflow reported in the enterprise's financing activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reductions in the entity's income taxes that arise when compensation cost (from non-qualified equity-based compensation) recognized on the entity's tax return exceeds compensation cost from equity-based compensation recognized in financial statements. This element reduces net cash provided by operating activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Loss recognized during the period that results from the write-down of goodwill after comparing the implied fair value of reporting unit goodwill with the carrying amount of that goodwill. Goodwill is assessed at least annually for impairment. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of cash paid during the current period to foreign, federal, state, and local authorities as taxes on income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the period in the amount due for taxes based on the reporting entity's earnings or attributable to the entity's income earning process (business presence) within a given jurisdiction. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the aggregate amount of assets used to generate operating income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the aggregate amount of liabilities that result from activities that generate operating income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow for the increase (decrease) associated with funds that are not available for withdrawal or use (such as funds held in escrow) and are associated with underlying transactions that are classified as investing activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of cash paid for interest during the period net of cash paid for interest that is capitalized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow from financing activity for the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow from investing activity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash from (used in) all of the entity's operating activities, including those of discontinued operations, of the reporting entity. Operating activities generally involve producing and delivering goods and providing services. Operating activity cash flows include transactions, adjustments, and changes in value that are not defined as investing or financing activities. While for technical reasons this element has no balance attribute, the default assumption is a debit balance consistent with its label. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Other expenses or losses included in net income that result in no cash outflows or inflows in the period and are not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for acquisition of or capital improvements to properties held for investment (operating, managed, leased) or for use. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cash paid to purchase assets other than those represented by other elements (securities, loans, mortgages, real estate). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow to reacquire common stock during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from a debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the sale of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow associated with the amount received from holders exercising their stock options. This item inherently excludes any excess tax benefit, which the entity may have realized and reported separately. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of noncash, equity-based employee remuneration. This may include the value of stock or unit options, amortization of restricted stock or units, and adjustment for officers' compensation. As noncash, this element is an add back when calculating net cash generated by operating activities using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of cash paid during the current period for interest that is capitalized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amortization of restricted stock compensation net of forfeitures, shares. No definition available.
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This element represents the amount of recognized equity-based compensation during the period, that is, the amount recognized as expense in the income statement (or as asset if compensation is capitalized). Alternate captions include the words "stock-based compensation". Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the amount of recognized equity-based compensation related to restricted stock units during the period, that is, the amount recognized as expense in the income statement (or as asset if compensation is capitalized). No definition available.
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Tax benefit associated with any equity-based compensation plan other than an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). The tax benefit results from the deduction by the entity on its tax return for an award of stock that exceeds the cumulative compensation cost for common stock or preferred stock recognized for financial reporting. Includes any resulting tax benefit that exceeds the previously recognized deferred tax asset (excess tax benefits). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The change in equity [net assets] of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources which are attributable to the reporting entity. It includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners, but excludes any and all transactions which are directly or indirectly attributable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares of stock issued as of the balance sheet date, including shares that had been issued and were previously outstanding but which are now held in the treasury. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of new stock issued during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares issued during the period related to Restricted Stock Awards, net of any shares forfeited. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of share options (or share units) exercised during the current period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of new stock issued during the period. Includes shares issued in an initial public offering or a secondary public offering. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value of stock related to Restricted Stock Awards issued during the period, net of the stock value of such awards forfeited. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value stock issued during the period as a result of the exercise of stock options. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares that have been repurchased and retired during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of stock that has been repurchased and retired during the period. The excess of the purchase price over par value can be charged against retained earnings (once the excess is fully allocated to additional paid in capital). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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As of September 30, 2011, Corrections Corporation of America, a Maryland corporation (together with its subsidiaries, the "Company" or "CCA"), owned 47 correctional and detention facilities, two of which are leased to other operators. As of September 30, 2011, CCA operated 66 facilities, located in 20 states and the District of Columbia. CCA also has a contract to purchase a 1,798-bed correctional facility from the state of Ohio, which it currently expects to acquire on or about December 31, 2011. CCA is also constructing an additional 1,124-bed correctional facility under a contract awarded by the Georgia Department of Corrections in Millen, Georgia that is expected to be completed during the first quarter of 2012. CCA specializes in owning, operating, and managing prisons and other correctional facilities and providing inmate residential and prisoner transportation services for governmental agencies. In addition to providing the fundamental residential services relating to inmates, CCA's facilities offer a variety of rehabilitation and educational programs, including basic education, religious services, life skills and employment training, and substance abuse treatment. These services are intended to reduce recidivism and to prepare inmates for their successful re-entry into society upon their release. CCA also provides health care (including medical, dental and psychiatric services), food services, and work and recreational programs. |
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The entire disclosure for the nature of an entity's business, the major products or services it sells or provides and its principal markets, including the locations of those markets. If the entity operates in more than one business, the disclosure also indicates the relative importance of its operations in each business and the basis for the determination (for example, assets, revenues, or earnings). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The accompanying unaudited interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared by the Company and, in the opinion of management, reflect all normal recurring adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of results for the unaudited interim periods presented. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles have been condensed or omitted. The results of operations for the interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results to be obtained for the full fiscal year. Reference is made to the audited financial statements of CCA included in its Annual Report on Form 10-K as of and for the year ended December 31, 2010 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 25, 2011 (File No. 001-16109) (the "2010 Form 10-K") with respect to certain significant accounting and financial reporting policies as well as other pertinent information of the Company. Fair Value of Financial Instruments To meet the reporting requirements of Accounting Standard Codification ("ASC") 825, Financial Instruments, regarding fair value of financial instruments, CCA calculates the estimated fair value of financial instruments using quoted market prices of similar instruments or discounted cash flow techniques. At September 30, 2011 and December 31, 2010, there were no material differences between the carrying amounts and the estimated fair values of CCA's financial instruments, other than as follows (in thousands):
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ASC 350, "Intangibles-Goodwill and Other", establishes accounting and reporting requirements for goodwill and other intangible assets. Goodwill was $12.0 million as of September 30, 2011 and December 31, 2010 and was associated with facilities CCA manages but does not own. This goodwill was established in connection with the acquisitions of two service companies during 2000. In September 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") 2011-08 that gives companies the option to perform a qualitative assessment that may allow them to skip the annual two-step impairment test. Under the amendments in ASU 2011-08, a company has the option to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If, after assessing the totality of events or circumstances, an entity determines it is not more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, then performing the two-step impairment test is unnecessary. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2011, however early adoption is permitted. The Company plans to perform the goodwill impairment testing using the qualitative assessment, if deemed appropriate, during the fourth quarter of 2011 in conjunction with the annual budgeting process. |
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The entire disclosure for goodwill. No definition available.
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In February 2008, CCA announced its intention to construct a new correctional facility in Trousdale County, Tennessee. However, during the first quarter of 2009 CCA temporarily suspended the construction of this facility until there is greater clarity around the timing of future bed absorption by its customers. CCA will continue to monitor its customers' needs, and could promptly resume construction of the facility. As of September 30, 2011, CCA has capitalized $27.8 million related to the Trousdale facility, a portion of which consists of pre-fabricated concrete cells that are generally transferable to other potential CCA development projects. During December 2009, CCA announced its decision to idle its 1,600-bed Prairie Correctional Facility in Minnesota due to low inmate populations at the facility. During 2009, the Prairie facility housed offenders from the states of Minnesota and Washington. However, due to excess capacity in the states' systems, both states reduced the populations held at Prairie throughout 2009. During January 2010, the final transfer of offenders from the Prairie facility to the state of Minnesota was completed. The state of Washington has also removed all of its offenders from the Prairie facility. On January 15, 2010, the Arizona Governor and Legislature proposed budgets that would phase out the utilization of private out-of-state beds due to in-state capacity coming on-line and severe budget conditions. During January 2010, the Arizona Department of Corrections notified CCA that it elected not to renew the contract at CCA's 752-bed Huerfano County Correctional Center in Colorado upon expiration of the contract in March 2010. As a result, the Arizona Department of Corrections removed all of the inmates from the Huerfano facility during March 2010. Further, during March 2010, the Arizona Department of Corrections notified CCA that it elected not to renew its contract at CCA's 2,160-bed Diamondback Correctional Facility in Oklahoma, which expired on May 1, 2010. The Arizona Department of Corrections completed the transfer of offenders from the Diamondback facility during May 2010. As a result, CCA has idled the Huerfano and Diamondback facilities. The Diamondback facility previously housed inmates from the states of Wisconsin, Hawaii, and Oklahoma, while the Huerfano facility recently housed inmates from the state of Colorado. CCA continues to manage inmate populations from the states of Oklahoma, Hawaii, and Colorado at other facilities it owns and operates. CCA is currently pursuing new management contracts to take advantage of the beds that have become available at the Huerfano, Diamondback, and Prairie facilities but can provide no assurance that it will be successful in doing so. Additionally, CCA owns the Queensgate Correctional Facility in Ohio and Shelby Training Center in Tennessee that were both idled in 2008 and are currently available to potential customers. The carrying values of these five idle facilities totaled $104.7 million and $107.5 million as of September 30, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively, excluding equipment and other assets that could generally be transferred and used at other facilities CCA owns without significant cost. During November 2010, the State of California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (the "CDCR") extended their existing agreement with CCA to house up to 9,588 inmates at four of the five facilities CCA was operating for them outside the state of California, and notified CCA of its Intent to Award an additional contract to house up to 3,256 offenders at CCA's Crowley County Correctional Facility in Colorado and its currently idle Prairie Correctional Facility in Minnesota. The extension, which is subject to appropriations by the state of California's legislature, began July 1, 2011 and expires June 30, 2013. Currently, CCA does not believe the state of California will negotiate a contract under the Intent to Award until they determine the impact of a realignment program set forth in their fiscal 2012 budget, and as further described hereafter. In May 2011, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling requiring California to reduce its inmate population to 137.5% of its current capacity, or to 110,000 inmates, by May 24, 2013. As of June 7, 2011, the adult inmate population held in state of California institutions totaled approximately 143,500 inmates, which did not include the California inmates held in CCA's out of state facilities. In connection with this ruling, the court set forth targeted reductions, measured every six months, to inmate populations held in the 33 facilities located in the state of California. In an effort to meet the Federal court ruling, the fiscal year 2012 budget of the state of California calls for a significant reallocation of responsibilities from state government to local jurisdictions, including housing certain lower level inmates currently the responsibility of the State. This realignment plan commenced on October 1, 2011. The plan is prospective in nature such that inmates housed in state prisons before October 1, 2011 will remain in state custody. The fiscal year 2012 state budget included funding for up to 9,588 beds available to them at the four CCA facilities currently housing CDCR inmates under the existing agreement. It is unclear at this time how realignment may impact the long-term utilization by CDCR of CCA's out of state beds. Approximately 13% of CCA's management revenue for both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011 was generated from the CDCR. In September 2010, CCA announced it was awarded a contract by the Georgia Department of Corrections to manage up to 1,150 male inmates in the Jenkins Correctional Center, which will be constructed, owned and operated by CCA in Millen, Georgia. CCA commenced development of the new Jenkins Correctional Center during the third quarter of 2010, with an estimated total construction cost of approximately $53.0 million. Construction is expected to be completed during the first quarter of 2012. The contract has an initial one-year base term with 24 one-year renewal options. Additionally, the contract provides for a population guarantee of 90% following a 120-day ramp-up period. In September 2011, CCA announced that it entered into a contract with the state of Ohio to purchase the 1,798-bed Lake Erie Correctional Institution located in Conneaut, Ohio. The Lake Erie facility is currently managed by another private operator. CCA will purchase the 1,798-bed Lake Erie facility, which was constructed in 1999, for a purchase price of approximately $73.0 million and expects to invest approximately $3.1 million in capital improvements. We also entered into a management contract to manage state of Ohio inmates at this facility, which is expected to commence on January 1, 2012 and has an initial term of twenty years with unlimited renewal options subject to appropriations and mutual agreement. The management contract also provides a guaranteed occupancy of 90%. |
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In April 2010, CCA announced that pursuant to a re-bid of the management contract at the 1,520-bed Gadsden Correctional Institution in Quincy, Florida, the Florida Department of Management Services indicated its intent to award the management of the Gadsden facility to another operator. CCA transitioned management of the Gadsden facility during the third quarter of 2010 to the new operator. Additionally, in April 2010, CCA also provided notice to Hernando County, Florida of its intent to terminate the management contract at the 876-bed Hernando County Jail during the third quarter of 2010. Accordingly, the results of operations, net of taxes, and the assets and liabilities of these two facilities have been reported as discontinued operations upon termination of operations in the third quarter of 2010 for all periods presented. The following table summarizes the results of operations for these facilities for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2010 (in thousands):
The assets and liabilities of the discontinued operations presented in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets are as follows (in thousands):
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Revolving Credit Facility. During December 2007, CCA entered into a $450.0 million senior secured revolving credit facility (the "Revolving Credit Facility") arranged by Banc of America Securities LLC and Wachovia Capital Markets, LLC. The Revolving Credit Facility is utilized to fund expansion and development projects, the stock repurchase program as further described in Note 7, as well as for working capital, capital expenditures, and general corporate purposes. The Revolving Credit Facility has an aggregate principal capacity of $450.0 million and matures in December 2012. At CCA's option, interest on outstanding borrowings will be based on either a base rate plus a margin ranging from 0.00% to 0.50% or a London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") plus a margin ranging from 0.75% to 1.50%. The applicable margins are subject to adjustments based on CCA's leverage ratio. Based on CCA's current leverage ratio, loans under the Revolving Credit Facility currently bear interest at the base rate plus a margin of 0.00% or at LIBOR plus a margin of 0.75%, and a commitment fee equal to 0.15% of the unfunded balance. As of September 30, 2011, CCA had $230.0 million of outstanding borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility as well as $29.7 million in letters of credit outstanding resulting in $190.3 million available under the Revolving Credit Facility. The Revolving Credit Facility has a $20.0 million sublimit for swing line loans which enables CCA to borrow from Banc of America Securities LLC without advance notice, at the base rate. The Revolving Credit Facility also has a $100.0 million sublimit for the issuance of standby letters of credit. CCA has an option to increase the availability under the Revolving Credit Facility by up to $300.0 million (consisting of revolving credit, term loans, or a combination of the two) subject to, among other things, the receipt of commitments for the increased amount. The Revolving Credit Facility is secured by a pledge of all of the capital stock of CCA's domestic subsidiaries, 65% of the capital stock of CCA's foreign subsidiaries, all of CCA's accounts receivable, and all of CCA's deposit accounts.
The Revolving Credit Facility requires CCA to meet certain financial covenants, including, without limitation, a maximum total leverage ratio, a maximum secured leverage ratio, and a minimum interest coverage ratio. As of September 30, 2011, CCA was in compliance with all such covenants. In addition, the Revolving Credit Facility contains certain covenants which, among other things, limit both the incurrence of additional indebtedness, investments, payment of dividends, transactions with affiliates, asset sales, acquisitions, capital expenditures, mergers and consolidations, prepayments and modifications of other indebtedness, liens and encumbrances and other matters customarily restricted in such agreements. In addition, the Revolving Credit Facility is subject to certain cross-default provisions with terms of CCA's other indebtedness. $375 Million 6.25% Senior Notes. Interest on the $375.0 million aggregate principal amount of CCA's 6.25% unsecured senior notes issued in March 2005 (the "6.25% Senior Notes") accrues at the stated rate and is payable on March 15 and September 15 of each year. The 6.25% Senior Notes are scheduled to mature on March 15, 2013. CCA may currently redeem all or a portion of the notes at par. $150 Million 6.75% Senior Notes. Interest on the $150.0 million aggregate principal amount of CCA's 6.75% unsecured senior notes issued in January 2006 (the "6.75% Senior Notes") accrues at the stated rate and is payable on January 31 and July 31 of each year. The 6.75% Senior Notes are scheduled to mature on January 31, 2014. CCA may redeem all or a portion of the notes at redemption prices set forth in the indenture governing the 6.75% Senior Notes. $465 Million 7.75% Senior Notes. Interest on the $465.0 million aggregate principal amount of CCA's 7.75% unsecured senior notes issued in June 2009 (the "7.75% Senior Notes") accrues at the stated rate and is payable on June 1 and December 1 of each year. The 7.75% Senior Notes are scheduled to mature on June 1, 2017. The 7.75% Senior Notes were issued at a price of 97.116%, resulting in a yield to maturity of 8.25%. At any time on or before June 1, 2012, CCA may redeem up to 35% of the notes with the net proceeds of certain equity offerings, as long as 65% of the aggregate principal amount of the notes remains outstanding after the redemption. CCA may redeem all or a portion of the notes on or after June 1, 2013. Redemption prices are set forth in the indenture governing the 7.75% Senior Notes. |
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Stock Repurchase Program In August 2011, the Board of Directors approved an increase in the aggregate amount under its previously announced share repurchase program from $350.0 million to $500.0 million after expanding the authorization in May 2011 by $100.0 million from the $250.0 million originally approved by the Board in February 2010. CCA's Board also authorized the extension of the share repurchase program through June 30, 2013. Since announcing the share repurchase program in February 2010, CCA has completed the purchase of 17.6 million shares at a cost of $380.6 million through September 30, 2011. CCA has utilized cash on hand, net cash provided by operations, and borrowings available under the Revolving Credit Facility to fund the repurchases.
As described in Note 6, CCA is limited in the amount of stock it may repurchase by the permitted levels of restricted payments under its Revolving Credit Facility and its senior unsecured notes. Although CCA had $119.4 million remaining under the stock repurchase program authorized by the Board, at the end of the third quarter of 2011, CCA had substantially reached such limits on restricted payments. However, the permitted level of restricted payments increases quarterly based generally on 50% of the Company's net income. Restricted Stock During the first nine months of 2011, CCA issued 264,000 shares of restricted common stock and common stock units to certain of its employees and non-employee directors, with an aggregate fair value of $6.5 million, including 226,000 restricted shares or units to employees and non-employee directors whose compensation is charged to general and administrative expense and 38,000 restricted shares to employees whose compensation is charged to operating expense. During 2010, CCA issued 446,000 shares of restricted common stock and common stock units to certain of its employees, with an aggregate fair value of $9.7 million, including 335,000 restricted shares or units to employees whose compensation is charged to general and administrative expense and 111,000 restricted shares to employees whose compensation is charged to operating expense. CCA established performance-based vesting conditions on the shares of restricted common stock and common stock units awarded to its officers and executive officers. Unless earlier vested under the terms of the agreements, shares or units issued to officers and executive officers are subject to vesting over a three-year period based upon the satisfaction of certain performance criteria. No more than one-third of such shares or units may vest in the first performance period; however, the performance criteria are cumulative for the three-year period. Unless earlier vested under the terms of the agreements, the shares of restricted stock issued to the other employees vest after three years of continuous service. Shares of restricted stock issued to non-employee directors vest on the one-year anniversary of the grant date. During the three months ended September 30, 2011, CCA expensed $1.6 million, net of forfeitures, relating to restricted common stock and common stock units ($0.3 million of which was recorded in operating expenses and $1.3 million of which was recorded in general and administrative expenses). During the three months ended September 30, 2010, CCA expensed $1.3 million, net of forfeitures, relating to restricted common stock and common stock units ($0.2 million of which was recorded in operating expenses and $1.1 million of which was recorded in general and administrative expenses). During the nine months ended September 30, 2011, CCA expensed $4.6 million, net of forfeitures, relating to restricted common stock and common stock units ($0.9 million of which was recorded in operating expenses and $3.7 million of which was recorded in general and administrative expenses). During the nine months ended September 30, 2010, CCA expensed $4.1 million, net of forfeitures, relating to restricted common stock and common stock units ($0.8 million of which was recorded in operating expenses and $3.3 million of which was recorded in general and administrative expenses). As of September 30, 2011, approximately 771,000 shares of restricted common stock and common stock units remained outstanding and subject to vesting.
Stock Options During the nine months ended September 30, 2011, CCA issued to its non-employee directors, officers, and executive officers options to purchase 573,000 shares of common stock with an aggregate fair value of $5.5 million, with a weighted average exercise price of $24.47 per share. During 2010, CCA issued to its officers, executive officers, and non-employee directors options to purchase 712,000 shares of common stock with an aggregate fair value of $5.5 million, with a weighted average exercise price of $20.68 per share. CCA estimates the fair value of stock options using the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Unless earlier vested under their terms, one third of the stock options issued to CCA's executive officers vest on the anniversary of the grant date over a three-year period while one fourth of the stock options issued to CCA's other officers vest on the anniversary of the grant date over a four-year period. Options granted to non-employee directors vest on the one-year anniversary of the grant date. During the three months ended September 30, 2011 and 2010, CCA expensed $1.0 million and $1.2 million, respectively, net of forfeitures, relating to its outstanding stock options. During both the nine months ended September 30, 2011 and 2010, CCA expensed $3.2 million, net of forfeitures, relating to its outstanding stock options. As of September 30, 2011, options to purchase 3.7 million shares of common stock were outstanding with a weighted average exercise price of $18.57. |
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Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share reflects the potential dilution that could occur if securities or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into common stock or resulted in the issuance of common stock that then shared in the earnings of the entity. For CCA diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares after considering the additional dilution related to restricted stock-based compensation and stock options.
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Legal Proceedings General. The nature of CCA's business results in claims and litigation alleging that it is liable for damages arising from the conduct of its employees, inmates or others. The nature of such claims includes, but is not limited to, claims arising from employee or inmate misconduct, medical malpractice, employment matters, property loss, contractual claims, and personal injury or other damages resulting from contact with CCA's facilities, personnel or prisoners, including damages arising from a prisoner's escape or from a disturbance or riot at a facility. CCA maintains insurance to cover many of these claims, which may mitigate the risk that any single claim would have a material effect on CCA'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, CCA is subject to substantial self-insurance risk.
CCA records litigation reserves related to certain matters for which it is probable that a loss has been incurred and the range of such loss can be estimated. 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 CCA's self-insured retention amounts, management believes a loss in excess of amounts already recognized would not be material to CCA's financial statements. In the opinion of management, there are no pending legal proceedings that would have a material effect on CCA's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows. Any receivable for insurance recoveries is recorded separately from the corresponding litigation reserve, and only if recovery is determined to be probable. Adversarial proceedings and litigation are, however, subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable decisions and rulings could occur which could have a material adverse impact on CCA'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 CCA's assumptions, new developments, or by the effectiveness of CCA's litigation and settlement strategies. Guarantees Hardeman County Correctional Facilities Corporation ("HCCFC") is a nonprofit, mutual benefit corporation organized under the Tennessee Nonprofit Corporation Act to purchase, construct, improve, equip, finance, own and manage a detention facility located in Hardeman County, Tennessee. HCCFC was created as an instrumentality of Hardeman County to implement the County's incarceration agreement with the state of Tennessee to house certain inmates. During 1997, HCCFC issued $72.7 million of revenue bonds, which were primarily used for the construction of a 2,016-bed medium security correctional facility. In addition, HCCFC entered into a construction and management agreement with CCA in order to assure the timely and coordinated acquisition, construction, development, marketing and operation of the correctional facility. HCCFC leases the correctional facility to Hardeman County in exchange for all revenue from the operation of the facility. HCCFC has, in turn, entered into a management agreement with CCA for the correctional facility. In connection with the issuance of the revenue bonds, CCA is obligated, under a debt service deficit agreement, to pay the trustee of the bond's trust indenture (the "Trustee") amounts necessary to pay any debt service deficits consisting of principal and interest requirements (outstanding principal balance of $33.4 million at September 30, 2011 plus future interest payments). In the event the state of Tennessee, which is currently utilizing the facility to house certain inmates, exercises its option to purchase the correctional facility, CCA is also obligated to pay the difference between principal and interest owed on the bonds on the date set for the redemption of the bonds and amounts paid by the state of Tennessee for the facility plus all other funds on deposit with the Trustee and available for redemption of the bonds. Ownership of the facility reverts to the state of Tennessee in 2017 at no cost. Therefore, CCA does not currently believe the state of Tennessee will exercise its option to purchase the facility. At September 30, 2011, the outstanding principal balance of the bonds exceeded the purchase price option by $9.3 million. |
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Income taxes are accounted for under the provisions of ASC 740 "Income Taxes". ASC 740 generally requires CCA to record deferred income taxes for the tax effect of differences between book and tax bases of its assets and liabilities. Deferred income taxes reflect the available net operating losses and the net tax effect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. Realization of the future tax benefits related to deferred tax assets is dependent on many factors, including CCA's past earnings history, expected future earnings, the character and jurisdiction of such earnings, unsettled circumstances that, if unfavorably resolved, would adversely affect utilization of its deferred tax assets, carryback and carryforward periods, and tax strategies that could potentially enhance the likelihood of realization of a deferred tax asset. CCA's effective tax rate was 37.3% and 37.7% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011, compared with 37.5% and 37.9% during the same periods in the prior year. CCA's overall effective tax rate is estimated based on its current projection of annual taxable income and could change in the future as a result of changes in these estimates, the implementation of additional tax planning strategies, changes in federal or state tax rates or laws affecting tax credits available to CCA, changes in other tax laws, changes in estimates related to uncertain tax positions, or changes in state apportionment factors, as well as changes in the valuation allowance applied to CCA's deferred tax assets that are based primarily on the amount of state net operating losses and tax credits that could expire unused. Income Tax Contingencies ASC 740 prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. The guidance prescribed in ASC 740 establishes a recognition threshold of more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination. The measurement attribute requires that a tax position be measured at the largest amount of benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement. CCA has a $0.1 million liability recorded for uncertain tax positions as of September 30, 2011, included in other non-current liabilities in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet. CCA recognizes interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax positions in income tax expense. The total amount of unrecognized tax positions that, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate is $0.1 million. CCA does not currently anticipate that the total amount of unrecognized tax positions will significantly increase or decrease in the next twelve months. |
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As of September 30, 2011, CCA owned and managed 45 correctional and detention facilities, and managed 21 correctional and detention facilities it did not own. Management views CCA's operating results in two reportable segments: (1) owned and managed correctional and detention facilities and (2) managed-only correctional and detention facilities. The accounting policies of the reportable segments are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies in the notes to consolidated financial statements included in CCA's 2010 Form 10-K. Owned and managed facilities include the operating results of those facilities placed into service that were owned and managed by CCA. Managed-only facilities include the operating results of those facilities owned by a third party and managed by CCA. CCA measures the operating performance of each facility within the above two reportable segments, without differentiation, based on facility contribution. CCA defines facility contribution as a facility's operating income or loss from operations before interest, taxes, goodwill impairment, depreciation, and amortization. Since each of CCA's facilities within the two reportable segments exhibit similar economic characteristics, provide similar services to governmental agencies, and operate under a similar set of operating procedures and regulatory guidelines, the facilities within the identified segments have been aggregated and reported as one reportable segment. The revenue and facility contribution for the reportable segments and a reconciliation to CCA's operating income is as follows for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011 and 2010 (in thousands):
The following table summarizes capital expenditures for the reportable segments for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011 and 2010 (amounts in thousands):
The assets for the reportable segments are as follows (amounts in thousands):
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| Schedule Of Revenue And Facility Contribution Of Reportable Segments And Reconciliation To CCA's Operating Income |
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| Schedule Of Assets For The Reportable Segments |
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Capital expenditures for the reportable segments. No definition available.
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Tabular disclosure of all significant reconciling items in the reconciliation of total assets from reportable segments to the entity's consolidated assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tabular disclosure of all significant reconciling items in the reconciliation of total profit or loss from reportable segments, to the entity's consolidated income before income taxes, extraordinary items, and discontinued operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Organization And Operations (Details)
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| Collaborative Arrangements and Non-collaborative Arrangement Transactions [Line Items] | |
| Number of facilities owned by company | 47 |
| Number of facilities leased to other operators | 2 |
| Number of facilities operated by company | 66 |
| Number of states in which company operates facilities | 20 |
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Lake Erie Correctional Institution [Member]
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| Collaborative Arrangements and Non-collaborative Arrangement Transactions [Line Items] | |
| Number of beds at the facility | 1,798 |
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Millen, Georgia Facility [Member]
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| Number of beds at the facility | 1,124 |
| Expected completion date of facility | 2012 |
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Expected completion date of facility. No definition available.
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Housing capacity of facility. No definition available.
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Number of facilities leased to other operators. No definition available.
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Number of facilities operated by Company. No definition available.
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Number of facilities owned by company. No definition available.
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Number of states in which company operates facilities. No definition available.
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Basis Of Presentation And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $)
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2010
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| Basis Of Presentation And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract] | ||
| Investment in direct financing lease, Carrying Amount | $ 11,161,000 | $ 12,185,000 |
| Investment in direct financing lease, Fair Value | 13,089,000 | 14,439,000 |
| Note receivable from APM, Carrying Amount | 4,867,000 | 4,880,000 |
| Note receivable from APM, Fair Value | 8,153,000 | 7,970,000 |
| Debt, Carrying Amount | (1,209,652,000) | (1,156,568,000) |
| Debt, Fair Value | (1,252,025,000) | (1,206,347,000) |
| Material differences between the carrying amounts and the estimated fair values | $ 0 | $ 0 |
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Investment in direct financing lease, carrying amount. No definition available.
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Investment in direct financing leases, fair value. No definition available.
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Material differences between the carrying amounts and the estimated fair values. No definition available.
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This element represents the portion of the balance sheet assertion valued at fair value by the entity whether such amount is presented as a separate caption or as a parenthetical disclosure. Additionally, this element may be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements. The element may be used in both the balance sheet and disclosure in the same submission. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year from the balance sheet date or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year (current maturities) or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the portion of the balance sheet assertion valued at fair value by the entity whether such amount is presented as a separate caption or as a parenthetical disclosure. Additionally, this element may be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements. The element may be used in both the balance sheet and disclosure in the same submission. An amount representing an agreement for an unconditional promise by the maker to pay the Company (holder) a definite sum of money at a future date(s). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For an unclassified balance sheet, an amount representing an agreement for an unconditional promise by the maker to pay the Entity (holder) a definite sum of money at a future date, net of any write-downs taken for collection uncertainty on the part of the holder. Such amount may include accrued interest receivable in accordance with the terms of the note. The note also may contain provisions and related items including a discount or premium, payable on demand, secured, or unsecured, interest bearing or noninterest bearing, among a myriad of other features and characteristics. This amount does not include amounts related to receivables held-for-sale. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Goodwill (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | |
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Dec. 31, 2010
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| Establishment of goodwill | This goodwill was established in connection with the acquisitions of two service companies during 2000. | |
| Goodwill | $ 11,988 | $ 11,988 |
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A description of the origin of goodwill recognized by the reporting entity No definition available.
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date, which is the cumulative amount paid and (if applicable) the fair value of any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, adjusted for any amortization recognized prior to the adoption of any changes in generally accepted accounting principles (as applicable) and for any impairment charges, in excess of the fair value of net assets acquired in one or more business combination transactions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Facility Activation, Developments, And Closures (Details) (USD $)
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Nov. 30, 2010
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Sep. 30, 2010
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Jun. 07, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2010
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2009
Prairie Correctional Facility [Member]
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Jan. 31, 2010
Huerfano County Correctional Center Facility [Member]
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Mar. 31, 2010
Diamondback Correctional Facility [Member]
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Nov. 30, 2010
Crowley County Correctional Facility And Prairie Correctional Facility [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Jenkins Correctional Facility [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Jenkins Correctional Facility [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Lake Erie Correctional Institution [Member]
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May 31, 2011
State Of California Facilities [Member]
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Jun. 07, 2011
State Of California Facilities [Member]
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| Facility Activation Development And Closures [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||
| Construction cost of facility, capitalized amount | $ 27,800,000 | ||||||||||||||||
| Number of beds at the facility | 1,600 | 752 | 2,160 | 1,798 | |||||||||||||
| Expected additional number of offenders to be managed by the company | 3,256 | 1,150 | |||||||||||||||
| Number of idle facilities | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
| Carrying value of five idle facilities | 104,700,000 | 104,700,000 | 107,500,000 | ||||||||||||||
| Expected construction cost | 53,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||
| Existing number of facilities managed by company for CDCR to house up to specified number of inmates | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
| Existing number of facilities managed by company for CDCR | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
| Existing number of inmates managed by company for CDCR | 9,588 | ||||||||||||||||
| Federal three-judge court ruling | In May 2011, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling requiring California to reduce its inmate population to 137.5% of its current capacity, or to 110,000 inmates, by May 24, 2013. | ||||||||||||||||
| Percentage capacity of inmate population | 137.50% | ||||||||||||||||
| Percentage of management revenue generated from CDCR | 13.00% | 13.00% | |||||||||||||||
| Number of inmates in the state of California | 143,500 | ||||||||||||||||
| Court-ordered capacity of inmate population | 110,000 | ||||||||||||||||
| Number of facilities targeted for reduction | 33 | ||||||||||||||||
| Ramp-up period (in days) | 120 | ||||||||||||||||
| Terms of contract awarded by the Georgia Department of Corrections | The contract has an initial one-year base term with 24 one-year renewal options. Additionally, the contract provides for a population guarantee of 90% following a 120-day ramp-up period. | ||||||||||||||||
| Management contract period of initial base term | one | ||||||||||||||||
| Number of one-year renewal options | 24 | ||||||||||||||||
| Percentage of population guarantee | 90.00% | 90.00% | |||||||||||||||
| Purchase price of facility | 73,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||
| Investment in capital improvements | $ 30,331,000 | $ 24,960,000 | $ 3,100,000 | ||||||||||||||
| Initial term for management contracts | twenty years | ||||||||||||||||
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Carrying value of idle facility. No definition available.
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Construction cost of facility capitalized amount. No definition available.
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Court Ordered Capacity Of Inmate Population No definition available.
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Court Ordered Ruling No definition available.
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Existing Number of facilities managed by company for cdcr. No definition available.
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Existing number of facilities managed by company for CDCR to house up to specified number of inmates No definition available.
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Existing number of inmates managed by company for cdcr. No definition available.
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Expected construction and development costs. No definition available.
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Housing capacity of facility. No definition available.
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Major Customer Management Revenue Percent No definition available.
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Management contract period of initial base term. No definition available.
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Number of facilities targeted for reduction. No definition available.
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Number of idle facilities. No definition available.
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Number of inmates in the state of California. No definition available.
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Number of offenders to be managed awarded to company. No definition available.
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Number of one-year renewal options No definition available.
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Percentage Capacity Of Inmate Population No definition available.
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Percentage of population guarantee. No definition available.
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Purchase Price Of Facility No definition available.
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Ramp-up period. No definition available.
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Terms Of Awarded Management Contract No definition available.
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The initial period in which these effects are expected to be realized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for acquisition of or capital improvements to properties held for investment (operating, managed, leased) or for use. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Discontinued Operations (Narrative) (Details)
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Apr. 30, 2010
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Gadsden Correctional Institution Facility [Member]
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| Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] | |
| Housing capacity of terminated facility | 1,520 |
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Hernando County Jail Facility [Member]
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| Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] | |
| Housing capacity of terminated facility | 876 |
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Housing capacity of terminated facility. No definition available.
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Discontinued Operations (Summarized Results Of Operations For Discontinued Facilities) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2010
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Sep. 30, 2010
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| Discontinued Operations [Abstract] | ||
| Managed-only, Revenue | $ 4,258 | $ 22,906 |
| Total, Revenue | 4,258 | 22,906 |
| Managed-only, Expenses | 4,174 | 19,716 |
| Depreciation and amortization, Expenses | 379 | 2,222 |
| Goodwill impairment, Expenses | 1,684 | |
| Total, Expenses | 4,553 | 23,622 |
| OPERATING LOSS | (295) | (716) |
| Other income | 59 | 59 |
| LOSS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS BEFORE INCOME TAXES | (236) | (657) |
| Income tax benefit | 89 | 253 |
| LOSS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS, NET OF TAXES | $ (147) | $ (404) |
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Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Depreciation And Amortization. No definition available.
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Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Goodwill Impairment. No definition available.
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Disposal group including discontinued operation managed only expenses. No definition available.
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Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Managed Only Revenue. No definition available.
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Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Other Income. No definition available.
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Overall income (loss) from a disposal group that is classified as a component of the entity, before income tax, reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items. Includes the following (before income tax): income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tax effect allocated to a disposal group that is classified as a component of the entity reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items. Includes the tax effects of the following: income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of operating expenses attributable to the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of operating income or loss attributable to the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of sales or other form of revenues attributable to the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the overall income (loss) from a disposal group apportioned to the parent that is classified as a component of the entity, net of income tax, reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items after deduction or consideration of the amount which may be allocable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Includes the following (net of tax): income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Discontinued Operations (Consolidated Balance Sheets Of The Discontinued Operations) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Sep. 30, 2011
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| Discontinued Operations [Abstract] | ||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ 4 | |
| Accounts receivable | 1,821 | 1,821 |
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 236 | 330 |
| Total current assets | 2,057 | 2,155 |
| Other assets | 6 | |
| Total assets | 2,057 | 2,161 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 1,094 | 1,583 |
| Total current liabilities | $ 1,094 | $ 1,583 |
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The aggregate value (measured at the lower of net carrying value or fair value less cost of disposal) for assets of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), to be sold or that has been disposed of through sale, as of the financial statement date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate value (measured at the lower of net carrying value or fair value less cost of disposal) for current assets (assets with expected useful life shorter than one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer) of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), to be sold or that has subsequently been disposed of through sale, as of the financial statement date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), the aggregate of amounts due from customers or clients for goods or services that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business and an amount representing an agreement for an unconditional promise by the maker to pay the entity (holder) a definite sum of money at a future date, reduced to their estimated net realizable fair value by an allowance established by the entity of the amount it deems uncertain of collection and net of any write-downs taken for collection uncertainty on the part of the holder, respectively. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), carrying value of obligations incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), cash includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), carrying amount of assets not otherwise specified in the taxonomy that are expected to be realized or consumed within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of assets not otherwise specified, and which are expected to be realized or consumed after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. For an unclassified balance sheet, represents both current and noncurrent other assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of current obligations (due less than one year or one operating cycle, if longer) arising from the sale, disposal or planned sale in the near future (generally within one year) of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Date of redemption of notes. No definition available.
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Debt Instrument Maturity Period No definition available.
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Issued price of senior notes. No definition available.
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- Definition
Margin on Base Rate for Line of Credit. No definition available.
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Margin on LIBOR. No definition available.
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Maximum limit to increase Revolving Credit Facility. No definition available.
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Percentage Of Aggregate Principal Amount Outstanding Of Remaining Notes. No definition available.
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Percentage of Capital Stock of foreign subsidiary secured by pledge under Revolving Credit Facilities. No definition available.
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Percentage of notes redeemable by net proceeds from equity offering. No definition available.
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Sublimit for issuance of standby letters of credit. No definition available.
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Yield to maturity. No definition available.
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The stated principal amount of the debt instrument at time of issuance, which may vary from the carrying amount because of unamortized premium or discount. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Interest rate stated in the contractual debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Date when the debt instrument was issued, which may be presented in a variety of ways (year, month and year, day, month and year, quarter, etc.). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The total amount of the contingent obligation under letters of credit outstanding as of the reporting date. No definition available.
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- Definition
Amount borrowed under the credit facility as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Reflects when the credit facility terminates, which may be presented in a variety of ways (year, month and year, day, month and year, quarter). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Reflects when the credit facility first became available, which may be presented in a variety of ways (year, month and year, day, month and year, quarter). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Description of the interest rate for the amounts borrowed under the credit facility, including the terms and the method for determining the interest rate (for example, fixed or variable, LIBOR plus a percentage, increasing rate, timing of interest rate resets, remarketing provisions). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Maximum borrowing capacity under the credit facility without consideration of any current restrictions on the amount that could be borrowed or the amounts currently outstanding under the facility. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of borrowing capacity currently available under the credit facility (current borrowing capacity less the amount of borrowings outstanding). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The fee, expressed as a percentage of the line of credit facility, for available but unused credit capacity under the credit facility. No definition available.
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Debt (Schedule Of Debt Outstanding) (Details) (USD $)
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9 Months Ended | |
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2010
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Long-term debt | $ 1,209,652,000 | $ 1,156,568,000 |
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Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Long-term debt | 230,000,000 | 177,966,000 |
| Revolving Credit Facility maturity date | December 2012 | |
| Weighted average rate | 1.00% | 1.50% |
| Revolving Credit Facility interest payable terms | interest payable periodically at variable interest rates. | |
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Senior Notes 6.25% Due 2013 [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Long-term debt | 375,000,000 | 375,000,000 |
| Senior Notes maturity date | March 2013 | |
| Interest rate stated percentage of senior notes | 6.25% | |
| Senior Notes interest payable dates | interest payable semi-annually in March and September at 6.25%. | |
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Senior Notes 6.75% Due 2014 [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Long-term debt | 150,000,000 | 150,000,000 |
| Senior Notes maturity date | January 2014 | |
| Interest rate stated percentage of senior notes | 6.75% | |
| Senior Notes interest payable dates | interest payable semi-annually in January and July at 6.75%. | |
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Senior Notes 7.75% Due 2017 [Member]
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| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||
| Long-term debt | 454,652,000 | 453,602,000 |
| Senior Notes maturity date | June 2017 | |
| Interest rate stated percentage of senior notes | 7.75% | |
| Senior Notes interest payable dates | interest payable semi-annually in June and December at 7.75%. | |
| Notes issued with a discount | 13,400,000 | |
| Notes, unamortized | $ 10,300,000 | $ 11,400,000 |
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Debt Instrument Maturity Period No definition available.
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- Definition
Description of the frequency of periodic payments (monthly, quarterly, annual). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Interest rate stated in the contractual debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of debt discount that was originally recognized at the issuance of the instrument that has yet to be amortized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of debt discount (net of debt premium) that was originally recognized at the issuance of the instrument that has yet to be amortized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Reflects when the credit facility terminates, which may be presented in a variety of ways (year, month and year, day, month and year, quarter). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Description of the frequency of periodic payments, which may be presented in a variety of ways (for example, monthly, quarterly, annually). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year from the balance sheet date or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year (current maturities) or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and after deducting unamortized discount or premiums, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Reflects the calculation as of the balance sheet date of the average interest rate weighted by the amount of short-term debt outstanding by type or by instrument at that time. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Stockholders' Equity (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified |
1 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||
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Aug. 31, 2011
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May 31, 2011
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May 31, 2010
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Feb. 28, 2010
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Sep. 30, 2011
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Stock Options [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Stock Options [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Stock Options [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Stock Options [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
Stock Options [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
General And Administrative Expense [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
General And Administrative Expense [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
General And Administrative Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
General And Administrative Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
General And Administrative Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
General And Administrative Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Operating Expense [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Operating Expense [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Operating Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Operating Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2010
Operating Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Dec. 31, 2010
Operating Expense [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Officers And Executive Officers [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Other Employees [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Non-Employee Directors [Member]
Restricted Stock [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Non-Employee Directors [Member]
Stock Options [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Executive Officers [Member]
Stock Options [Member]
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Sep. 30, 2011
Other Officers [Member]
Stock Options [Member]
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| Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Approval of share repurchase program of CCA's common stock by company's board of directors | $ 500.0 | $ 350.0 | $ 250.0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Increased aggregate value of shares authorized for repurchase under share repurchase program | 100.0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Common stock repurchased by CCA, shares | 17,600,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Common stock repurchased by CCA | 380.6 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Remaining authorized repurchase amount | 119.4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Percentage of net income that increases restricted payment basket | 50.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Restricted common stock and common stock units and stock options issued by CCA to certain of its employees | 264,000 | 446,000 | 573,000 | 712,000 | 226,000 | 335,000 | 38,000 | 111,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fair value of restricted common stock and common stock units and stock options issued by CCA to certain of its employees | 6.5 | 9.7 | 5.5 | 5.5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Vesting period, in years | three | three | one | one | three | four | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Performance criteria, cumulative period (in years) | three | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Allocated share-based compensation expense | 1.6 | 1.3 | 4.6 | 4.1 | 1.3 | 3.7 | 1.1 | 3.3 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.8 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Restricted common stock and common stock units outstanding subject to vesting | 771,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Expense net of forfeitures, relating to common stock options | $ 1.0 | $ 1.2 | $ 3.2 | $ 3.2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weighted average exercise price of common stock shares issued to directors, officers and executive officers | $ 24.47 | $ 20.68 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Common stock options outstanding | 3,700,000 | 3,700,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weighted average exercise price of common stock outstanding | $ 18.57 | $ 18.57 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Increased aggregate value of shares authorized for repurchase under share repurchase program. No definition available.
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Percentage Of Net Income That Increases Restricted Payment Basket No definition available.
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- Definition
Performance criteria, cumulative period. No definition available.
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- Definition
Share based compensation arrangement by share based payment award shares issued in period aggregate fair value. No definition available.
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- Definition
Share based compensation arrangement by share based payment award shares issued in period weighted average exercise price. No definition available.
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- Definition
Represents the expense recognized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Description of the period of time over which an employee's right to exercise an award is no longer contingent on satisfaction of either a service condition, market condition or a performance condition, which may be expressed in a variety of ways (for example, in years, month and year). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of non-vested equity-based payment instruments, excluding stock (or unit) options, that validly exist and are outstanding as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of shares reserved for issuance under stock option agreements awarded under the plan that validly exist and are outstanding as of the balance sheet date, including vested options. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average price as of the beginning of the year at which grantees can acquire the shares reserved for issuance under the stock option plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of shares newly issued during the reporting period under the plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The noncash expense that accounts for the value of stock or unit options distributed to employees as compensation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Number of shares that have been repurchased during the period and have not been retired and are not held in treasury. Some state laws may govern the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of stock that has been repurchased during the period and has not been retired and is not held in treasury. Some state laws may mandate the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount authorized by an entity's Board of Directors under a stock repurchase plan. No definition available.
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- Definition
The remaining repurchase amount authorized by an entity's Board of Directors under a stock repurchase plan. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations attributable to the parent which may also be defined as revenue less expenses and taxes from ongoing operations before extraordinary items but after deduction of those portions of income or loss from continuing operations that are allocable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net income (loss) from continuing operations per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net income (loss) derived from continuing operations during the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
This element represents the overall income (loss) from a disposal group apportioned to the parent that is classified as a component of the entity, net of income tax, reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items after deduction or consideration of the amount which may be allocable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Includes the following (net of tax): income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The amount of net income (loss) derived from discontinued operations during the period, net of related tax effect, per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The amount of net income or loss derived from discontinued operations during the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Additional shares included in the calculation of diluted EPS as a result of the potentially dilutive effect of share based payment arrangements using the treasury stock method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Commitments And Contingencies (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | |
|---|---|---|
|
Sep. 30, 2011
|
Dec. 31, 1997
|
|
| Loss Contingencies [Line Items] | ||
| Issuance of revenue bonds | $ 72.7 | |
| Outstanding principal balance of revenue bonds | 33.4 | |
| Outstanding principal balance of the bonds exceeded the purchase price option | $ 9.3 | |
| Effect of legal proceedings on CCA's consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows | 0 | |
|
Hardeman County Correctional Facilities Corporation [Member]
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| Loss Contingencies [Line Items] | ||
| Number of beds at the facility | 2,016 |
| X | ||||||||||
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Effect Of Pending Legal Proceedings On Company's Consolidated Financial Position No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Excess of Outstanding principal balance of bonds over purchase price option. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Guaranteed Obligations for Third Party Debt Face Amount. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Guaranteed Obligations for Third Party Debt Outstanding Amount. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Housing capacity of facility. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sep. 30, 2011
|
Sep. 30, 2010
|
Sep. 30, 2011
|
Sep. 30, 2010
|
|
| Income Taxes [Abstract] | ||||
| Effective tax rate | 37.30% | 37.50% | 37.70% | 37.90% |
| Percentage of tax position benefit maximum than being realized upon ultimate settlement | 50.00% | |||
| Uncertain tax positions liabilities | $ 0.1 | $ 0.1 | ||
| Unrecognized tax positions that, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate | $ 0.1 | $ 0.1 | ||
| X | ||||||||||
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Percentage of tax position benefit maximum than being realized upon ultimate settlement. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The domestic federal statutory tax rate applicable under enacted tax laws to the Company's pretax income from continuing operations for the period. The "statutory" tax rate is the regular tax rate if there are alternative tax systems. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The noncurrent portion of the amount recognized for uncertain tax positions as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The total amount of unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Segment Reporting (Narrative) (Details)
|
9 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Sep. 30, 2011
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|
| Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |
| Number of reporting segments | 2 |
| Number of facilities owned and managed | 45 |
| Number of facilities managed and not owned | 21 |
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Number Of facilities managed and not owned by company. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Number of facilities owned and managed. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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Number of reporting segments. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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Segment Reporting (Schedule Of Revenue And Facility Contribution Of Reportable Segments And Reconciliation To CCA's Operating Income) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sep. 30, 2011
|
Sep. 30, 2010
|
Sep. 30, 2011
|
Sep. 30, 2010
|
|
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total management revenue | $ 433,496 | $ 425,338 | $ 1,290,853 | $ 1,237,460 |
| Total operating expenses | 300,502 | 288,499 | 886,237 | 856,572 |
| Rental and other revenue | 1,547 | 1,812 | 5,067 | 5,371 |
| Other operating expense | (4,162) | (3,661) | (11,581) | (11,488) |
| General and administrative | (23,007) | (23,606) | (66,236) | (62,087) |
| Depreciation and amortization | (26,637) | (26,195) | (80,883) | (76,715) |
| Operating income | 80,735 | 85,189 | 250,983 | 235,969 |
|
Owned And Managed [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total management revenue | 339,180 | 340,473 | 1,010,889 | 993,739 |
| Total operating expenses | 218,428 | 214,727 | 645,724 | 641,761 |
| Operating income | 120,752 | 125,746 | 365,165 | 351,978 |
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Managed-Only [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total management revenue | 94,316 | 84,865 | 279,964 | 243,721 |
| Total operating expenses | 82,074 | 73,772 | 240,513 | 214,811 |
| Operating income | 12,242 | 11,093 | 39,451 | 28,910 |
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Facility Contribution [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Operating income | $ 132,994 | $ 136,839 | $ 404,616 | $ 380,888 |
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Rental and other revenue. No definition available.
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Segment reporting information operating expense. No definition available.
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The current period expense charged against earnings on long-lived, physical assets not used in production, and which are not intended for resale, to allocate or recognize the cost of such assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset; or to reflect consumption during the period of an asset that is not used in production. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The aggregate total of expenses of managing and administering the affairs of an entity, including affiliates of the reporting entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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- Definition
Amount of general expenses not normally included in Other Operating Costs and Expenses. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of total revenue for the reportable segments, including revenue from external customers, transactions with other operating segments of the same entity, and (gross) interest revenue. All considered to be "operating revenue" for purposes of the taxonomy. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Segment Reporting (Summary Of Capital Expenditures For Reportable Segments) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Sep. 30, 2010
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Sep. 30, 2011
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Sep. 30, 2010
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total capital expenditures | $ 28,599 | $ 18,735 | $ 66,116 | $ 100,736 |
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Owned And Managed [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total capital expenditures | 22,699 | 13,480 | 54,182 | 89,587 |
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Managed-Only [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total capital expenditures | 2,340 | 3,406 | 4,975 | 5,733 |
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Corporate And Other [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total capital expenditures | 3,560 | 1,849 | 6,959 | 5,333 |
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Discontinued Operations [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||||
| Total capital expenditures | $ 83 | |||
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- Definition
Total expenditures for additions to long-lived assets other than financial instruments, long-term customer relationships of a financial institution, mortgage and other servicing rights, deferred policy acquisition costs, and deferred tax assets of the reportable segment; if the amount: (a) is included in the determination of segment assets reviewed by the chief operating decision maker or (b) is otherwise regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker, even if not included in the determination of segment assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Segment Reporting (Schedule Of Assets For The Reportable Segments) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Sep. 30, 2011
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Dec. 31, 2010
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Total assets | $ 2,932,553 | $ 2,983,228 |
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Owned And Managed [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Total assets | 2,632,773 | 2,698,509 |
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Managed-Only [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Total assets | 121,378 | 127,960 |
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Corporate And Other [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Total assets | 176,345 | 154,598 |
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Discontinued Operations [Member]
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Total assets | $ 2,057 | $ 2,161 |
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- Definition
Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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