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Extracted from Consolidated Report

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Butte County Grand Jury • 2019-2020

Butte County Correctional Facilities

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Findings 10 findings

F1 Page 41
The BCJ was constructed in 1963, and in 1994 the second facility was built. The age of these two buildings contributes to the need for a new jail facility.
F2 Page 41
The daily BCJ inmate population fluctuates between 570-590 inmates, with a maximum jail capacity of 614 creating potential areas of concern for both inmates and staff.
F3 Page 41
Overcrowding could potentially lead to the spread of disease and viruses.
F4 Page 41
AB 109, Prop 47 and Prop 57 have negatively impacted the jail population and the Probation Departments.
F5 Page 41
The grievance process is difficult to maneuver and subject to interpretation.
F6 Page 41
The medical examination table is an infection control hazard.
F7 Page 41
The computer lab, located in the Day Reporting Center, is outdated.
F8 Page 41
Juvenile Hall is professionally managed and adequately staffed.
F9 Page 41
BCJ inmate programs are a positive model for the State of California.
F10 Page 41
BCJ inmate programs are clearly a benefit for Butte County. 23

Recommendations 4