Defines "solitary confinement" in Maine law.
This bill amends Maine law by defining "solitary confinement" as the isolation of a client from the general population of a jail or correctional facility for hours or more within a 24-hour period. The definition applies to confinement in a cell or other place. This clarification aims to ensure consistent understanding and reporting of solitary confinement practices in Maine's correctional facilities.
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