Are the operators of local adult and juvenile corrections facilities still required to train their staff?
Yes – The need to properly select and train staff is required under current law. In addition, the courts have held that selection and training correctional personnel must be accomplished in accordance with the law and the community standard established by the courts. The STC program is designed, and remains ready, to assist local law enforcement with this important task. Will the BOC continue to inspect local corrections agencies for compliance with regulations pertinent to the selection and training of staff? Yes – Laws, regulations and court decisions clearly require correctional staff be properly selected and trained in order to maintain safe correctional facilities that meet constitutional minimums. Regular inspections of all local correctional facilities will be conducted as required by law. Will the BOC continue to provide technical support for the selection and training of local correctional personnel? Yes – The BOC has a long history and strong commitment to improving the quali
