Iowa considers stricter jail standards including inmate mail rules
The proposed standards require long term housing and trained jailers, and allow general mail to be read while restricting privileged correspondence to in-person inspection. They urge segregating inmates by gender and criminal history, and mandate ages and education for staff. Officials warn funding gaps and debate costs.
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Attitudes on jails take a big swing in Iowa standards
Iowa joins others in adopting formal jail standards as the National Clearinghouse notes major shifts since 1971. The 1978 survey shows improved routines for separating adults from juveniles and better inmate access to legal materials and recreation, driven by court orders and evolving reform efforts.
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