Establishes the "Office of State Ombudsman for Inmates in the Custody of the Department of Corrections" for the purpose of providing oversight of the care of inmates in facilities of the Department of Corrections

Summary

SB 1509 would establish an Office of the State Ombudsman for Inmates within the Missouri Department of Corrections. The ombudsman would be responsible for receiving, investigating and resolving inmate complaints, monitoring prison conditions, and publishing annual inspection reports. The goal is to improve the quality of life for inmates and ensure the department meets health, safety and legal standards.

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