Cameron County jails found to be non-compliant due to overcrowding issues
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Cameron County jails are currently over capacity, with 47 inmates exceeding the facilities' limits, leading to non-compliance with state standards. Sheriff Manuel Trevino noted that various factors contributed to the overcrowding, and his department aims to avoid transferring inmates to other facilities due to the financial burden on families. The issue persisted from March 30 to April 6, 2026. To address this, the sheriff's office is collaborating with county judges and the district attorney's office to expedite inmate releases, particularly focusing on low-level offenders. A meeting with state officials is scheduled for next week to discuss further compliance measures.
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