Oklahoma Jail Standards Act (SB595) Summary

• Establishes the "Oklahoma Jail Standards Act" requiring all detention and lockup facilities to comply with comprehensive standards promulgated by the State Commissioner of Health

• Sets standards for facility conditions including sanitation, security measures, inmate nutrition, medical care, staff training (minimum 24 hours first year, 4-8 hours annual), and emergency procedures

• Requires detention facilities to develop written policies for inmate reception/release, safety, emergencies, disciplinary procedures, grievances, food services, and staff training

• Establishes specific requirements for juvenile detention including mandatory hourly sight checks, separation from adults, authorization requirements, and restricted detention periods (6 hours standard, up to 24 hours in limited circumstances)

• Defines 37 key terms including "detention facility," "lockup facility," "inmate," "holding facility," and various supervision and medical care standards; includes exceptions for small facilities with 24-hour electronic surveillance and communication systems