Cameron County jails not accepting nonviolent offenders due to overpopulation
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Cameron County jails are currently not accepting nonviolent offenders due to overcrowding, as stated by Sheriff Manuel Treviño. This decision follows a finding in April that the jails were overcapacity by 47 inmates, violating state standards. To address this issue, the sheriff's office is collaborating with local judges and the district attorney's office to expedite court processes. Treviño noted that they have not yet requested a reinspection from the State Department of Jail Standards but will do so when ready. Arresting agencies will still file charges against nonviolent offenders to ensure they can respond to their allegations.
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