Nevada County Grand Jury • 1999-2000

Nevada County Sheriff's Sub-station, Truckee. Reason for Investigation California Penal Code Section 919(B) requires*

Published: October 26, 1999 19 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 10 findings

F1
The jail is being operated at a fairly efficient level considering the lack of staffing.
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R1
The Grand Jury strongly recommends that the two correctional officer vacancies are filled as soon as possible.
F2
Policies and Procedures pertaining to the custody care and treatment of females and juveniles has been accomplished. This information was readily available to all jail staff.
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R2
The Grand Jury further recommends that an additional correctional officer position for the transportation of inmates be strongly considered.
F3
Procedures for inmate medical care and detoxification needs meet the Board of Corrections standards.
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R3
The recommendation has been implemented and the Sheriff's Office is in full compliance with the Nevada County Environmental Health Department and the California State Fire Marshall's Office requirements. Attached you will find copies of their reports. All recommendations made in the reports have been implemented. Should you have additional questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact me at 265-1384 Sincerely, Keith Royal, Sheriff CC: Board of Supervisors Ted Gaebler, CAO FIRE/LIFE SAFETY INSPECTION REPORT ADULT/JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES FACILITY TYPE: (check one) Facility: [] Adult max/med security [] Adult minimum security [] Juvenile max/med security 40-29-44-0002-000-060-C [] Juvenile minimum security NEVADA CO. SHERIFF SUBSTATION M Holding Cell(s) only 10879 Donner Pass Rd. Truckee CA 96161-4802 An inspection of this facility was conducted per the mandate of Section 13146.1, California Health and Safety Code, and applicable requirements of Titles 19 and 24, California Code of Regulations. (Check appropriate box). No deficiencies affecting fire/life safety were noted. Fire clearance is granted. Minor deficiencies affecting fire/life safety were noted and are pending correction. Fire clearance granted. Fire clearance is withheld pending correction of deficiencies. (List of deficiencies is attached). Prisoners are no longer detained at this facility.
F4
Facilities are available for inmate visitors as well as confidential attorney interviews. The facility was clean and well maintained.
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R4
Adequate ventilation is provided in kitchen,
F5
The facility commander appears to be concerned with civic community relations as well as the continued efficiency of the sub-station and jail.
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R5
toilet, and other areas (HSC § 114140). There is an adequate supply of hot and cold
F6
Evidence lockers have been modernized and secured. Only the evidence technician has constructive possession of evidence once it is submitted by field deputies.
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R6
running water (HSC § 114095). Toilet facilities are convenient, separate from food service areas, equipped with tight, self- closing doors, and are for use of food personnel only (HSC § 114105).
F7
The jail commander has been successful in being able to tie into the local PBS radio station in the event there is a need to broadcast emergencies to the general public.
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R7
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station in the event there is a need to broadcast emergencies to the general public. Agree There is a lack of staff to transport inmates from the jail to the Truckee court. A problem
F8
There is a lack of staff to transport inmates from the jail to the Truckee court. A problem exists when the court bailiff calls for an inmate and there is insufficient staff available to perform that function.
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R8
Toilet and lavatories are clean. Lavatories are provided with hot and cold water, soap, paper or individual towels, and signs directing personnel to wash hands before resuming work (HSC § 114105 & 114115).
F9
As of the date of these inspections, the jail employs four correctional officers. The Board of Corrections has recommended six. Presently the correctional officers work 12 hour shifts.
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R9
The plumbing is adequate and so designed that it will prevent any back siphonage and has no cross connections (HSC § 114100).
F10
The jail facility has not received a medical or fire inspection for over a year. The jail commander has requested this be accomplished. CONCLUSIONS
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R10
Utensils and equipment are in good repair, clean, and non-toxic (HSC § 114050 & 114090).

Additional Recommendations 5

These recommendations are not explicitly linked to specific findings.

Conclusions 7

Comments 24

No Responses Found 2

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