FL H0085

Requires each county and municipal detention facility to receive state certification from the Department of Corrections every 2 years to verify operation consistent with public safety, security, and efficiency standards.

Authorizes the Department of Corrections to develop inspection criteria, conduct facility inspections, and issue certifications; if a facility fails inspection, the department may manage the facility, place it on probationary status with a remediation plan, or undertake other remedial measures.

Adds "Department" (meaning Department of Corrections) to the definitions section and deletes an obsolete October 1, 1996 deadline for adopting model detention facility standards.

Authorizes the Department of Corrections to adopt rules establishing certification standards, penalties, fines, and reimbursement procedures for local governments when the state must manage and operate a failed facility.

Authorizes one additional full-time equivalent position in the Department of Corrections for fiscal year 2011-2012 to conduct facility inspections and perform other duties required by the new certification program; effective July 1, 2011.