CORRECTIONS CORPORATION (CXW) ALERT: Shareholder Rights Law Firm Johnson & Weaver, LLP Commences an Investigation of Corrections Corporation of America; Investors with Losses Encouraged to Contact Firm

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Shareholder Rights Law Firm Johnson & Weaver, LLP today announced that it is investigating possible violations of federal securities laws by Corrections Corporation of America (NYSE: CXW). Corrections Corporation owns and operates privatized correctional and detention facilities in the United States.

On August 18, 2016, it was revealed that the U.S. Department of Justice plans to end its use of private prisons. On this unfavorable news, Corrections Corporation shares closed down 35.45% on August 18, 2016.

Specifically, Johnson & Weaver's investigation seeks to determine whether certain statements, to investors, regarding Corrections Corporation's business, operations and prospects were false and misleading when made.

If you have information that could assist in this investigation, or if you are a Corrections Corporation shareholder and are interested in learning more about the investigation or your legal rights and remedies, please contact Jim Baker ([email protected]) by email or by phone at 619-814-4471. If emailing, please include a phone number where you can be reached.

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Contact:

Johnson & Weaver, LLP
Jim Baker, 619-814-4471
[email protected]

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