FIG. 6 illustrates a flowchart diagram of an exemplary method for contraband detection by a smart outlet in the exemplary contraband detection system of FIG. 1, according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 7 illustrates a flowchart diagram of an exemplary method for contraband detection by a monitoring center in the exemplary contraband detection system of FIG. 1, according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 8 illustrates a block diagram of a general purpose computer that may be used to perform various aspects of the present disclosure.

The present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, like reference numbers indicate identical or functionally similar elements. Additionally, the left most digit(s) of a reference number identifies the drawing in which the reference number first appears.

Accordingly, there is a need for contraband detection and prevention within a controlled environment. Embodiments of this disclosure provide a method and devices for detecting contraband devices and preventing such devices from receiving power from any power adapter and/or outlet within the controlled environment. In some embodiments, detection of contraband devices may also result in transmission of an alert message indicating the presence and/or location of the detected contraband devices to appropriate administrators, such as a monitoring center, of the controlled environment.