Siskiyou County Grand Jury
• 2018-2019
Inspection of the Siskiyou County Jsuamimla Ry
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Findings and Recommendations 3 findings
F1
The existing jail does not meet the needs of the county and affects law enforcement’s ability to enforce laws and maintain safety. The need to expand capacity beyond the physical limitations of the current jail facility cannot be overstated. Inspections and visits dating back many years have identified similar deficiencies in jail operations directly related to design versus adjusted capacity. It is evident that a larger, better, and more expandable jail facility is desperately needed. The only practical solution currently on the table to deal with this problem is the proposed conversion of the Juvenile Center to an adult detention facility.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The Siskiyou County Civil Grand Jury recommends the proposed juvenile center conversion be further explored, developed, and implemented if practical.
F2
Medical doctors on site (the jail currently has two) do not currently perform body cavity searches on site. This creates additional costs for transportation and hospital fees.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
Pursuant to California Penal Code §4030 et seq., on-site qualified medical personnel should perform body cavity searches at the jail facility.
F3
An arrestee processed at the County jail is often released onto the streets regardless of where they were arrested in the county. This places a burden on the arrestee, who has no way to return to their home. Local resources must then be utilized to accommodate those who live in other areas.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
Siskiyou County residents released from jail should be assisted in being returned back to their community, to alleviate the burden on the City of Yreka. This could be accomplished by contacting individual or public transportation. Using vouchers and placing a designated bus stop at the jail location could simplify arrangements. Ways to assist those living outside the county should be explored in a manner that does not place an additional cost burden on the County.
No Responses Found 1
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