Prior to their inspections the Grand Jury reviewed the previous Board of Corrections Report as well as the 1998-1999 Grand Jury report as it pertains to the Truckee facility. Based upon the recommendation of both the previous Grand Jury and the Board of Corrections, the facility has instituted video and audio monitoring in both male and female cells. Policies and Procedures pertaining to the custody care and treatment of females and juveniles has been accomplished. This information was readily available to all jail staff. Procedures for inmate medical care and detoxification needs meet the Board of Corrections standards.
Facilities are available for inmate visitors as well as confidential attorney interviews.
The facility was clean and well maintained. Evidence lockers have been modernized and secured. Only the evidence technician has constructive possession of evidence once it is submitted by field deputies. There is a lack of staff to transport inmates from the jail to the Truckee court. A problem exists when the court bailiff calls for an inmate and there is insufficient staff available to perform that function.