Establishes the Office of State Ombudsman for Inmates in the Custody of the Department of Corrections to oversee inmate care.
The bill creates the Office of State Ombudsman for Inmates in the Custody of the Department of Corrections to ensure the adequacy of care for inmates. The ombudsman, appointed by the governor, will conduct annual inspections of all facilities and more frequent inspections of maximum security facilities. The office will investigate complaints related to abuse, neglect, and other issues affecting inmates' health, safety, welfare, and rights. The office will also monitor parole board decisions and provide recommendations to the department.
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