Establishes an ombudsperson for local correctional facilities to handle complaints and grievances.

New York A05428 establishes an ombudsperson for local correctional facilities to receive, investigate, and propose resolutions for complaints and grievances concerning the conditions of confinement for incarcerated individuals. The ombudsperson can investigate complaints from any source, visit facilities without prior notice, and interview state or municipal employees. The ombudsperson must report findings to the complainant, sheriff, and commission chair. The sheriff must cooperate with investigations and provide necessary records.

Establishes an ombudsperson for local correctional facilities to handle complaints and grievances.

New York A05428 establishes an ombudsperson for local correctional facilities to receive, investigate, and propose resolutions for complaints and grievances concerning the conditions of confinement for incarcerated individuals. The ombudsperson can investigate complaints from any source, visit facilities without prior notice, and interview state or municipal employees. The ombudsperson must report findings to the complainant, sheriff, and commission chair. The sheriff must cooperate with investigations and provide necessary records.