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 the overcrowding is due to various factors, and his department is working to avoid transferring inmates to other facilities, which can be costly for families. The district attorney's office, represented by First Assistant District Attorney Edward Sandoval, is addressing the issue by focusing on low-level offenders to expedite cell turnover. The sheriff's office plans to meet with state officials next week to discuss further compliance measures.
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