Charles Hudson has been promoted to warden at Calhoun State Prison, the Georgia Department of Corrections Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced on May 28. The appointment is effective June 1, 2026. In his new role, Hudson will oversee staff members and approximately 1,620 male offenders at the facility.
“Charles continually demonstrates professionalism and has gained a wealth of correctional knowledge that will serve him well as he takes on his new role,” said Commissioner Oliver. “We are proud to have him as a part of our team and are confident that he will continue to uphold the GDC mission as Warden at Calhoun SP.”
Hudson began his career with the Georgia Department of Corrections in 2007 as a Correctional Officer at Macon State Prison. Over the years, he advanced through several positions including Sergeant, Tact Squad Commander, Lieutenant in 2018, Chief of Security at Macon State Prison in 2020, Unit Manager in 2023, and Deputy Warden of Security at Dooly State Prison in 2024.
Hudson holds a certificate in criminal justice from Columbus State University. His departmental training includes Basic Correctional Officer Training, Basic Management Training, Advanced Management Training, Tactical Basic Training, Professional Management Program through Columbus State University, Sergeant’s Academy, Lieutenant’s Academy, Chief of Security Training, Management I-III courses, Unit Manager Training, and Warden’s Pre-Command.
The Georgia Department of Corrections is responsible for supervising approximately 50,000 state prisoners and employs about 9,000 people across one of the largest prison systems in the United States.
