Nevada County Grand Jury
• 2002-2003
Correctional and Holding Facilities in Nevada County Reason for Investigation California Penal Code Section 919(B)
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Findings and Recommendations 6 findings
F1
Nevada County crime statistics for 2002 are down from 2001 in all categories with the exception of assaults and vehicle theft. Robbery -54% Rape -42% Homicide -33% Burglary -13% Larceny -13% Vehicle Theft +33% Assault + 7%
No recommendations for this finding
F2
Average overtime in the sheriff’s department for 2002, by sergeants and deputies, was eight hours per two-week pay period.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
With a year’s worth of information concerning the level of activity at the Truckee substation, the staffing level should be reviewed to assure adequate coverage without excessive overtime.
F3
Per the Sheriff’s office, video conferencing is available at the WBCF to use for court hearings and arraignments. Although statistics are not kept on usage, the Grand Jury was informed that the courts located in Nevada City seldom use it. Video arraignments are requested and scheduled an average of two to three times a week by the bailiff at the Truckee court.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
Prisoners held at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility must be transported to courthouses in either Nevada City or Truckee for court appearances and trials.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The Board of Supervisors, Superior Courts, the Sheriff’s Department, and other appropriate county agencies should study the future construction of a court complex adjacent to WBCF. Although budget constraints currently may prohibit construction, it is time for proactive planning to accommodate the county’s continuing growth and to improve the efficient utilization of personnel and resources.
F5
WBCF staff members have the responsibility for transporting inmates as needed. Wayne Brown Correctional Facility
No recommendations for this finding
F6
The substation needs staff locker rooms, additional storage, and more office space than is currently allocated. Nevada County Courthouse Holding Facility
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
The Truckee substation should be allowed to expand into the vacant 2,300 square- foot-area in the present building to accommodate locker rooms, office space, break room, and secure storage.
Conclusions 3
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CL1 Page 3The Grand Jury continues to be concerned about adequate staffing at all facilities should absences decrease the number of personnel available.
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CL2 Page 3The courthouse holding facility, though sufficient for temporary housing of inmates for court appearances and trials, is inefficient and obsolete in its layout.
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CL3 Page 3A court complex adjacent to WBCF would eliminate much of the transporting of inmates and provide better utilization of officers now being used as drivers.
No Responses Found 2
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Nevada County Board of Supervisors
Elected County Office
Nevada County Sheriff
Elected County Office