Preventing Sexual Abuse in Jails

Summary

The bill creates strict limits on when and how strip searches can be performed in county and municipal jails, requires body‑worn‑camera recording and detailed documentation, and sets up new controls on access to that footage. It also mandates PREA‑compliant sexual‑assault prevention policies, designates a jail PREA coordinator, and gives jail staff a private right of action if they face retaliation for reporting abuse. Finally, it adds grounds for permanent revocation of peace‑officer certifications for sexual misconduct in custody and provides a modest appropriation for implementation.

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