Establishes the Office of the Corrections Ombudsman to oversee the Department of Corrections.
This bill creates the Office of the Corrections Ombudsman within the Department of Corrections. The office aims to ensure a humane and transparent corrections system by receiving, investigating, and resolving complaints from incarcerated persons and staff. The ombudsman, appointed by the Governor, has broad investigative powers, including access to records and the ability to subpoena witnesses. The office also promotes public awareness and understanding of incarceration issues.
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