California SB337 aims to prevent sexual abuse in correctional facilities by implementing stricter protocols and policies.
California SB337 amends the Penal Code to address sexual abuse in correctional facilities. It mandates the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to adopt a Prison Sexual Violence Elimination policy, emphasizing zero tolerance for sexual violence, staff sexual misconduct, and sexual harassment. The bill requires the department to replace unclothed body searches with scanning technology, accommodating incarcerated persons' gender preferences for staff performing searches.
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