FL S1960

Requires each county and municipal detention facility to obtain 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 inspections, and issue certifications; facilities that fail inspection may receive probationary status with a remedial plan or other corrective measures determined by the Secretary of Corrections.

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

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

Authorizes one additional full-time equivalent position within the Department of Corrections for the 2011-2012 fiscal year to conduct facility inspections and perform related duties under the new certification requirements.