BSCC
Lake Hill Road Jail (2023-2024 inspection cycle)
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January 7, 2025
Rob Howe, Sheriff-Coroner
Lake County Sheriff’s Office
P.O. Box 489
Lakeport, CA 95453
2023-2024 TARGETED INSPECTION, PENAL CODE SECTION 6031, WELFARE &
INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 209, LAKE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE HILL ROAD
CORRECTIONAL FACILITY
Dear Sheriff Howe:
A Targeted Inspection of the Lake County Sheriff's Office has been completed. A pre-
inspection briefing was held on Monday, September 9, 2024, and the following facility
was inspected on Tuesday, November 5, 2024:
FACILITY NAME BSCC # FACILITY TYPE
Hill Road Correctional Facility 1265 II
This inspection was conducted pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031 to determine
compliance with the Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities as outlined in Titles
15 and 24, California Code of Regulations.
INSPECTION RESULTS
We identified the following item of noncompliance with Title 24 Minimum Standards.
Title 24 Section 1231.2.8 - Dormitories: Pod J is just short of the required 8’ ceiling
minimum.
Refer to the Physical Plant Evaluation and Living Area Space Evaluation attachments for
information related to Rated Capacity and Title 24 compliance.
CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN (CAP)
An Exit Briefing with your staff was held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024; BSCC staff
presented an inspection overview and discussed technical assistance and best practice
recommendations.
An Initial Inspection Report outlining the identified areas of noncompliance was provided
to your staff.
Rob Howe
Sheriff-Coroner
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A CAP that addresses each outstanding item of noncompliance is due to the BSCC no
later than January 20th, 2025.
* * *
Please email me at jovin.adamos@bscc.ca.gov or call (916) 207-7074 if you have any
questions.
Sincerely,
JOVIN L. ADAMOS
Field Representative
Facilities Standards and Operations Division
Enclosures
Cc: Presiding Judge, Lake County Superior Court*
Chair, Grand Jury, Lake County*
Chair, Board of Supervisors, Lake County*
County Administrator, Lake County*
Corey Paulich, Captain, Lake County Sheriff’s Office
Jason Findley, Lieutenant, Lake County Sheriff’s Office
*Copies of the inspection are available upon request or online at www.bscc.ca.gov.
1265 Lake Hill Road Correctional Facility II Targeted LTR 23-24
TYPE II AND III FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 1265
FACILITY NAME: Lake County Sheriff’s Office – Hill Road Facility FACILITY TYPE: II
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Lt. Jason Findley
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Jovin Adamos and Rafael Gomez DATE: 11/05/24
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS Excerpts are from the Lake County Sheriff’s
Office CA Custody Manual (LCCM) unless
The facility administrator shall develop and implement otherwise notated.
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
include, but are not limited to, the following: LCCM 508.3 – Safety Checks
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-
being of individuals and shall be conducted at least LCCM 509 – Guard 1
hourly through direct visual observation of all people held
and housed in the facility. LCCM 510.8 – Special Management Inmates;
Safety Checks
The department’s staff uses a handheld
electronic device to document when safety
☒ ☐ ☐
checks are conducted throughout the facility.
The device is downloaded at the end of each
shift. The department staff cannot view
reports or determine when a safety check was
last completed until the device has been
downloaded at the end of the shift.
BSCC staff reviewed random samples of
safety check logs of different housing areas
throughout the facility. The documentation
indicates the department follows all sections
of this regulation.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse LCCM 508.3 – Safety Checks: (a) Safety
between safety checks. checks shall be conducted at least once every
☒ ☐ ☐
60 minutes and more frequently if necessary.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the targeted inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
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(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety LCCM 510.8 – Special Management Inmates;
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as Safety Checks
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058
of these regulations. LCCM 523.3.1 – Restraint Chair and the
WRAP: (d) 3. Direct supervision will be made
once every fifteen (15) minutes to ensure the
restraints are properly employed and to
ensure the safety and well being of the
inmate.
LCCM 536.3 – Safety Cell Procedures: A
safety check consisting of direct visual
☒ ☐ ☐
observation that is sufficient to assess the
inmate’s well-being and behavior shall occur
twice every 30 minutes with no more than a
15-minute lapse between safety checks.
LCCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures: A
safety check consisting of direct visual
observation that is sufficient to assess the
inmate's well-being and behavior shall occur
at least once every 30 minutes on an irregular
schedule.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied LCCM 508.3 – Safety Checks: (b) Safety
intervals. checks shall be conducted on an irregular
☒ ☐ ☐ schedule (staggered) so that inmates cannot
predict when the checks will occur.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the LCCM 508.3.1 – Safety Check
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation: All safety checks shall be
Documentation shall include: documented. Documentation shall include (15
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety ☒ ☐ ☐ CCR 1027.5);
check occurred; (a) The actual time when each safety
check occurred.
(2) the location where each individual safety check LCCM 508.3.1 – Safety Check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory Documentation: All safety checks shall be
number; and, documented. Documentation shall include (15
CCR 1027.5);
☒ ☐ ☐
(b)The location where each safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or
dormitory number.
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff LCCM 508.3.1 – Safety Check
who completed the safety check(s). Documentation: All safety checks shall be
documented. Documentation shall include (15
CCR 1027.5);
☒ ☐ ☐
(c) Initials or member identification
number of staff who completed the safety
check.
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are LCCM 508.3.1 – Safety Check
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or Documentation: Safety check documentation
facility manager, including methods of mitigating shall be reviewed at regular, defined intervals
patterns of inconsistent documentation, or untimely by the Jail Commander or supervisor. The
☒ ☐ ☐
completion of, safety checks. review shall include any noted inconsistent
documentation or any untimely completion of
safety checks (15 CCR 1027 .5).
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING LCCM 406 – Fire Safety
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility LCCM 406.3 – Requirement for Fire Pre-
administrator shall consult with the local fire department planning
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
☒ ☐ ☐
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire The Lakeport Fire Protection District Fire
suppression which shall include, but not be limited to: Chief reviewed the department’s Fire
Suppression Preplanning during the biennial
fire prevention inspection on 07/10/23.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local LCCM 406.3 – Requirement for Fire Pre-
fire department to be included as part of the policy and planning
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of
Regulations Section 1029); LCCM 406.7 – Hill Road Facility Fire
Suppression Pre-Plan Policy: (b) 4. An annual
inspection by a qualified outside fire inspector
☒ ☐ ☐ or local jurisdictional fire district marshal or
designee.
The Hill Road Correctional Facility Fire
Suppression Pre-Plan was last updated
11/14/24.
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff LCCM 406.7 – Hill Road Facility Fire
with two-year retention of the inspection record; Suppression Pre-plan Policy: 5. A monthly
inspection by the facility Fire/Life Safety
Officer.
☒ ☐ ☐ The department provided monthly fire
prevention inspections completed by facility
staff for review. BSCC staff found the
department compliant with this portion of the
regulation.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and The most recent fire inspection was
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires conducted on 07/10/2023 by Lakeport Fire
☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Protection District.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, LCCM 406.3 – Requirement for Fire Pre-
planning: (e) An evacuation plan (See
Evacuation Policy)
LCCM 406.7 – Hill Road Facility Fire
Suppression Pre-plan Policy:
8. A written facility wide evacuation plan which
includes:
☒ ☐ ☐
(a) Floor plan layout.
(b) Location of all exits
9. Evacuation routes.
(a) Location of fire plans, refer to facility
Relocation and Evacuation plan.
LCCM 410 – Evacuation
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(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Fire Suppression Pre-Plan: H. Evacuations
people in the case of fire.
LCCM 406.3 – Requirement for Fire Pre-
planning
☒ ☐ ☐ LCCM 406.6 – Emergency Housing of
Inmates
LCCM 406.7 – Hill Road Facility Fire
Suppression Pre-plan Policy
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY LCCM 530 – Reporting In-Custody Deaths
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy LCCM 530.3 – Mandatory Reporting: All in-
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death custody deaths shall be reported within 10
reporting requirements of Government Code section days of the death to the state Attorney
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of General's office, in accordance with reporting
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC guidelines and statutory requirements
within 10 days of an in-custody death. (Government Code § 12525).
☒ ☐ ☐
Administrative staff is currently working on
adding the second portion of this subsection
to the LCCM to reflect the regulation. It will be
adjusted by the completion of the final report.
LCCM 750 – Inmate Death - Clinical Care
Review
(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the LCCM 530.5 – In-Custody Death Review
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a LCCM 750.7 – Death Review: All deaths
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of should be reviewed within 30 days. The
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall review shall consist of an administrative
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or review, a CMR and a psychological autopsy if
☒ ☐ ☐
designee, the health administrator, the responsible the death was by suicide.
physician and other health care, and supervision staff
who are relevant to the incident. The department conducts a debriefing for any
suicide attempt or death of an incarcerated
person.
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the LCCM 530.5 – In-Custody Death Review
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to LCCM 750.2 – Policy: It is the policy of this
identify issues that require further study. department that all in-custody deaths are
reviewed to determine the appropriateness of
the clinical care provided, to determine
whether existing policies are appropriate or if
revision is necessary and to identify any other
issues associated with the circumstances of
☒ ☐ ☐
the death.
LCCM 750.7 – Death Review: Corrective
actions identified through the CMR should be
implemented and monitored in accordance
with the Continuous Quality Improvement
Policy for systemic issues and the Inmate
Safety Policy for staff-related issues.
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(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the LCCM 530.3 – Mandatory Reporting: A copy
initial review report of every in-custody death to the of the initial review report for every in-custody
BSCC within 60 days of the death. The facility death provided to the state Attorney General's
administrator shall provide a copy of the initial review office shall be submitted to the Board of State
report that comports with the disclosure requirements of and Community Corrections (BSCC) within 60
section 832.10 of the Penal Code. ☒ ☐ ☐ days of the death, and contain the information
required by 15 CCR 1046 and comport with
the disclosure requirements of Penal Code §
832.10 (public disclosure of records) (15 CCR
1046).
The initial review report shall contain the following LCCM 530.3 – Mandatory Reporting: All in-
information: custody deaths shall be reported within 10
(1) Demographic information days of the death to the state Attorney
(A) Full name of the decedent General's office, in accordance with reporting
(B) Date of birth guidelines and statutory requirements
(C) Date of death (Government Code §12525).
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender LCCM 750.4 – Documentation
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
(2) Facility Information ☒ ☐ ☐
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including
names and roles) involved in the reporting of the
death or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may
inspect and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding
facility pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter
within 30 calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made
by the Board shall be limited to the standards and
requirements set forth in these regulations.
1056 USE OF SOBERING CELL LCCM 536 – Safety and Sobering Cells
The sobering cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of sobering
1231.2.4, shall be used for temporary holding of cell placement reports (Sobering Cell/ Inmate
incarcerated people who are a threat to their own safety Assessment Forms). During the
or the safety of others due to their state of intoxication. documentation review, BSCC staff
determined the department complies with this
portion of the regulation.
☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff offered technical assistance to
ensure documentation indicates a clearer
explanation that incarcerated persons are
being placed in sobering cells because there
are safety concerns for self and others due to
the person’s state of intoxication.
A person shall be removed from the sobering cell as LCCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures: (d)
soon as they are able to continue the admission process
☒ ☐ ☐
or are no longer a risk to themselves or others.
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In no case shall a person remain in a sobering cell over LCCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures: (c)
six hours without an evaluation by medical or custody Qualified health care professionals shall
staff to determine whether the person has an urgent assess the medical condition of the inmate in
medical problem, pursuant to section 1213 of these the sobering cell at least every six hours. Only
regulations. inmates who continue to need the protective
housing of a sobering cell will continue to be
detained in such housing.
☒ ☐ ☐
The medical staff assesses all people placed
in a sobering cell and evaluates them
periodically. The shift supervisor also reviews
and documents continued retention on the
observation log.
At 12 hours from the time of placement, all persons must LCCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures: (c)
receive an evaluation by responsible health care staff. Qualified health care professionals shall
assess the medical condition of the inmate in
the sobering cell at least every six hours. Only
inmates who continue to need the protective
housing of a sobering cell will continue to be
detained in such housing.
The medical staff assesses all people placed
☒ ☐ ☐ in a sobering cell and evaluates them
periodically. The medical staff documents
their observations in the person's medical
records and on the observation log.
Health services assess incarcerated persons
placed in sobering cells within one (1) hour of
admission and a minimum of every four (4)
hours thereafter.
Intermittent direct visual observation of people held in LCCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures: “A
the sobering cell shall be conducted no less than every safety check consisting of direct visual
half hour. Such observation shall be documented. observation that is sufficient to assess the
inmate's well-being and behavior shall occur
at least once every 30 minutes on an irregular
schedule.”
☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff reviewed a random sample of
sobering cell safety check logs. BSCC staff
determined the department complies with this
regulation and its policy.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES LCCM 523 – Use of Restraints
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
LCCM 523.8 – Pregnant Inmates
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which During the documentation review, BSCC staff
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated determined the department complies with this
person from being ambulatory. The provisions of this ☒ ☐ ☐ portion of the regulation.
section do not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles,
or other restraint devices when used to restrain
incarcerated people for security reasons. The facility
manager may delegate authority to place an
incarcerated person in restraints to responsible health
care staff.
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(a) The policy shall address the following areas: LCCM 523.3.1 – Restraint Chair and the
(1) acceptable restraint devices; WRAP
The department uses two restraint systems:
☒ ☐ ☐
the restraint chair manufactured by E.R.C.,
Inc. and the WRAP manufactured by Safe
Restraints, Inc.
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in LCCM 523.3.1 – Restraint Chair and the
immediate medical/mental health referral; WRAP; Procedure: (d)10. If a deputy notes
availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation any respiratory distress, medical staff will be
equipment; notified immediately.
The department’s medical staff assesses all
☒ ☐ ☐ people placed in a restraint chair at the time
of placement and at various times while in the
restraint device.
CPR equipment is available throughout the
facility or near the deputy control stations.
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; LCCM 523.3.1 – Restraint Chair and the
WRAP; Procedure: (d)7. Inmates placed in a
restraint chair or Wrap will be kept physically
☒ ☐ ☐
separated from other inmates and housed
alone.
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, LCCM 523.3.1 – Restraint Chair and the
WRAP; Procedure: Custody Staff will closely
monitor any inmate placed in a restraint chair
or Wrap and work with the medical staff to
ensure that the inmate receives adequate
fluids and nutrition.
☒ ☐ ☐
The department’s staff documents when
people in a restraint device are provided
hydration, nutrition, and sanitation on the
observation log.
(5) exercising of extremities. LCCM 523.4 – Range of Motion: Inmates
placed in restraints for longer than two hours
should receive a range-of-motion procedure
that will allow for the movement of the
extremities. Range-of-motion exercise will
consist of alternate movement of the
extremities (i.e., right arm and left leg) for a
☒ ☐ ☐
minimum of 10 minutes every two hours.
The department’s staff documents on the
observation log when people in a restraint
device are provided exercise of their
extremities.
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the LCCM 523.2 – Use of Restraints; Policy:
following requirements: Restraints shall never be used for retaliation
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment ☒ ☐ ☐ or as punishment.
or as a substitute for treatment.
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(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on LCCM 523.2 – Use of Restraints; Policy: It is
incarcerated people who display behavior which the policy of this department that restraints
results in the destruction of property or reveal an ☒ ☐ ☐ shall be used only to prevent self-injury, injury
intent to cause physical harm to self or others. to others, or property damage.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less LCCM 523.2 – Use of Restraints; Policy:
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de- Restraints are to be applied only when less
escalation techniques, have been attempted and are restrictive methods, including verbal de-
deemed ineffective. escalation techniques, have been attempted
☒ ☐ ☐
and are deemed ineffective in controlling the
dangerous behavior of an inmate (15 CCR
1029(a)(4); 15 CCR 1058).
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control:
restraints only with the approval of the facility Supervisors shall proactively oversee the use
manager, the facility watch commander, or of restraints on any inmate. Whenever
responsible health care staff; continued retention feasible, the use of restraints, other than
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour. routine use during transfer, shall require the
approval of the Shift Supervisor prior to
application. In instances where prior approval
is not feasible, the Shift Supervisor shall be
apprised of the use of restraints as soon as
☒ ☐ ☐
practicable.
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
determined the department complies with
having a facility manager approve all people
placed in a restraint chair. BSCC also found
the department compliant with documenting
continued retention.
(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control: (f)
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. Staff members shall conduct continuous
direct face-to-face observation at least twice
every 30 minutes on an irregular schedule to
check the inmate's physical well-being and
behavior.
☒ ☐ ☐
The department’s medical staff assesses all
people placed in a restraint chair at the time
of placement and at various times while they
are in the restraint device.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control:
shall be secured within one hour from the time of The medical staff shall be called to observe
placement. the application of the restraints, when
feasible, prior to the application or as soon as
practicable after the application, and to check
the inmate for adequate circulation.
☒ ☐ ☐
The department’s medical staff assesses all
people placed in a restraint device at the time
of placement and at various times while in the
device.
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(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control:
four hours of placement. The medical staff shall be called to observe
the application of the restraints, when
feasible, prior to the application or as soon as
practicable after the application, and to check
the inmate for adequate circulation.
☒ ☐ ☐
The department’s medical staff assesses all
people placed in a restraint device at the time
of placement and at various times while in the
device.
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control: (f)
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure Staff members shall conduct continuous
that the restraints are properly employed, and to direct face-to-face observation at least twice
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated every 30 minutes on an irregular schedule to
person. Such observation shall be documented. check the inmate's physical well-being and
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons behavior. Restraints shall be checked to verify
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area correct application and to ensure they do not
which makes provisions to protect the person from compromise circulation. All checks shall be
abuse. documented, with the actual time recorded by
☒ ☐ ☐
the person doing the observation, along with
a description of the inmate's behavior. Any
actions taken should also be noted in the log.
The department’s medical staff assesses all
people placed in a restraint chair at the time
of placement and at various times while they
are in the restraint device.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in LCCM 523.3.1 – Restraint Chair and the
consultation with responsible health care staff WRAP; Procedure: (c) At no time will a
determines that an incarcerated person cannot be prisoner be in the restraint chair or Wrap for
safely removed from restraints after eight hours, the more than eight (8) hours in a single day.
person shall be taken to a medical facility for further
evaluation.
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
☒ ☐ ☐ determined the department complies with this
regulation. A person's longest time in a
restraint system was three hours and six
minutes. Most of the reports reviewed
documented that people were in the WRAP
device for under two hours.
(10) Where applicable, the facility manager shall use LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control: (l)
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended Where applicable, the Jail Commander shall
maximum time limits for placement. use the restraint device manufacturer's
☒ ☐ ☐
recommended maximum time limits for
placement.
(11) All events and information related to the LCCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control:
placement in restraints shall be documented and The use of restraints for purposes other than
shall be video recorded unless exigent for the controlled movement or transportation
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The of an inmate shall be documented on
documentation shall include: the reason for ☒ ☐ ☐ appropriate logs and shall be video recorded
placement; person authorizing placement; names of unless exigent circumstances prevent staff
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained; from doing so.
and the duration of placement.
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1065 EXERCISE AND OUT OF CELL TIME LCCM 1010 – Exercise and Out of Cell Time
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall LCCM 1010.2 – Responsibilities: At least
develop written policies and procedures for a minimum three hours per week of exercise
of 10 hours of out of cell time distributed over a period of opportunities shall be provided and at least
seven days to include: seven hours of out of cell time distributed over
a period of seven days for recreation (15 CCR
1065).
The department has a “Log Listing Report”
that documents when people are housed in
separation and are on “Out of Cell time” and
☒ ☐ ☐ when they go and return from the recreation
yard.
When module dayrooms are open, the
recreation yard is available as well.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of
documentation and interviewed incarcerated
people to determine the opportunity for three
hours of exercise and seven hours of
recreation. BSCC staff determined the
department complies with this regulation.
(1) an opportunity for three hours of exercise and LCCM 1010 – Exercise and Out of Cell Time
LCCM 1010.2 – Responsibilities: At least
three hours per week of exercise
☒ ☐ ☐ opportunities shall be provided and at least
seven hours of out of cell time distributed over
a period of seven days for recreation (15 CCR
1065).
(2) an opportunity for seven hours of recreation. LCCM 1010 – Exercise and Out of Cell Time
LCCM 1010.2 – Responsibilities: At least
three hours per week of exercise
☒ ☐ ☐ opportunities shall be provided and at least
seven hours of out of cell time distributed over
a period of seven days for recreation (15 CCR
1065).
Policies shall include reasonable and necessary LCCM 1010 – Exercise and Out of Cell Time
procedures to ensure safety and security. ☒ ☐ ☐
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PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
The Board of State and Community Corrections
APPLICABLE TITLE 24 REGULATIONS: 6/94; 2/99; 2001; 2005; 2008; 2010; 2013; 2017; 2019
BSCC Code: 1265
FACILITY NAME: Lake County Sheriff’s Office – Hill Road Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
1986: 6/94: 1998: 2001: 2019:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☒ ☒ ☒ ☒ ☒
(Check All That Apply):
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Jovin Adamos and Rafael Gomez DATE: 11/05/24
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
1231.2.1 RECEPTION AND BOOKING Located in the administrative area and vehicle
sallyport.
Facilities where booking and housing occur shall have
the following space and equipment: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Weapons locker as specified in Section
1231.3.12.
2. A cell or room for the confinement of inmates
pending their booking, complying with Section
☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.2.
3. A sobering cell as described in Section 1231.2.4 The facility has three sobering cells in the
if intoxicated, inmates who may pose a danger to booking area.
☒ ☐ ☐
themselves or others are held.
For those facilities that accept male and female
intoxicated inmates two sobering cells shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
provided.
4. Access to a shower within the secure portion of There is a shower in booking cell #4.
the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Provide access to a secure vault or storage
space for inmate valuables. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.2 TEMPORARY HOLDING CELL OR
ROOM
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or
☒ ☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
required in Section 1231.3; ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☒ ☐ ☐
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6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
and ☒ ☐ ☐
7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the This is a Type II facility.
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if
☐ ☐ ☒
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.3 TEMPORARY STAGING CELL OR
ROOM
A temporary staging cell or room shall:
1. Be constructed for the purpose of holding ☐ ☐ ☒
inmates who have been classified and segregated
in accordance with Sections 1050 and 1053 of Title
15, Division 1, California Code of Regulations.
2. Be limited to holding inmates up to four hours.
☐ ☐ ☒
3. Be limited to no more than 80 inmates.
☐ ☐ ☒
4. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate and a clear ceiling height
☐ ☐ ☒
of 8 feet (2438 mm) or more.
5. Be no smaller than 160 square feet (14.9 m2).
☐ ☐ ☒
6. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
required in Section 1231.3. ☐ ☐ ☒
7. Contain toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain
as specified in Section 1231.3. ☐ ☐ ☒
8. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff.
☐ ☐ ☒
1231.2.4 SOBERING CELL The facility has three sobering cells in the
booking area.
A sobering cell shall:
☒ ☐ ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 20 square feet (1.9 m2) of
floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to eight inmates;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 60 square feet (5.6 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or
☒ ☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Have padded partitions located next to toilet
fixture in such a manner that they provide support
☒ ☐ ☐
to the user;
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒ ☐ ☐
7. Be padded on the floor as specified in Section
1231.3; and, ☒ ☐ ☐
8. Have accessible a shower in the secure portion
of the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐
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1231.2.5 SAFETY CELL The facility has two safety cells: one in the
booking area and another in Pod G.
A safety cell shall:
1. Contain a minimum of 48 square feet (4.5 m2) of
☒ ☐ ☐
floor area with no one floor dimension being less
than 6 feet (1829 mm) and a clear ceiling height of
8 feet (2438 mm) or more;
2. Be limited to one inmate;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. Contain a flushing ring toilet, capable of
accepting solid waste, mounted flush with the floor,
the controls for which must be located outside of ☒ ☐ ☐
the cell;
4. Be padded as specified in Section 1231.3;
☒ ☐ ☐
5. Be equipped with a variable intensity, security-
type lighting fixture which is inaccessible to the
inmate occupant, control of which is located ☒ ☐ ☐
outside of the cell;
6. Provide one or more vertical view panels not
more than 4 inches (102 mm) wide nor less than 24
inches (610 mm) long which shall provide a view of ☒ ☐ ☐
the entire room;
7. Provide a food pass with lockable shutter, no
more than 4 inches (102 mm) high, and located
between 26 inches (660 mm) and 32 inches (813
☒ ☐ ☐
mm) as measured from the bottom of the food pass
to the floor; and,
8. Any wall or ceiling mounted devices must be
inaccessible to the inmate occupant. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.6 SINGLE-OCCUPANCY CELLS
Single-occupancy cells shall: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Have a maximum capacity of one inmate;
2. Contain a minimum of 60 square feet (5.6 m2) of
floor area in Type I facilities and 70 square feet (6.5
☒ ☐ ☐
m2) of floor area in Type II and Type III facilities;
3. Have a minimum clear ceiling height of 8 feet
(2438 mm) and a minimum width of 6 feet (1829
☒ ☐ ☐
mm);
4. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; and ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Contain a bunk, desk and seat as specified in
Section 1231.3.
Exception: A Type I facility does not require a desk ☒ ☐ ☐
and seat.
1231.2.7 DOUBLE-OCCUPANCY CELLS
Double-occupancy cells shall: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Have a maximum capacity of two inmates;
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2. Contain a minimum of 60 square feet (5.6 m2) of
floor area in Type I facilities and 70 square feet (6.5
☒ ☐ ☐
m2) of floor area in Type II and Type III facilities;
3. Have a minimum clear ceiling height of 8 feet
(2438 mm) and a minimum width of 6 feet (1829
☒ ☐ ☐
mm);
4. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; and ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Contain two bunks, and at least one desk and
seat as specified in Section 1231.3.
Exception: A Type I facility does not require a desk ☒ ☐ ☐
and seat.
1231.2.8 DORMITORIES Pod J is a newly remodeled dormitory housing
area for Protective Custody. The ceiling is an
Dormitories shall: inch below 8’.
1. Contain a minimum of 50 square feet (4.7 m2) of
floor area per inmate for a single-bed unit; a
☐ ☒ ☐
minimum of 70 square feet (7 m2) for a double-bed
unit; and a minimum of 90 square feet (9.3 m2) for
triple-bed unit and have a minimum ceiling height
of 8 feet (2438 mm);
2. Be designed for no more than 64 inmates and no
fewer than four inmates; ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Provide access to water closets separate from
the wash basin and drinking fountains as specified
☒ ☐ ☐
in Section 1231.3; and
4. In other than Type I facilities, provide storage This is a Type II facility.
space for personal items and clothing for each
☐ ☐ ☒
occupant.
1231.2.9 DAYROOMS
Dayrooms or dayroom space shall:
☒ ☐ ☐
1. Contain 35 square feet (3.3 m2) of floor area per
inmate in width in front of cells/rooms;
2. Contain tables and seating to accommodate the
maximum number of inmates; ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Provide access to water closets, wash basins
and drinking fountains as specified in Section
☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3;
4. Provide access to a shower or showers as
specified in Section 1231.3; and ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Be provided to all inmates in Type II and Type III
facilities (except those housed in special-use cells)
and to inmate workers in Type I facilities. Dayroom
space as described in this section may be a part of
a single occupancy cell used for administrative ☒ ☐ ☐
segregation or a dormitory, in which case the floor
area of the cell or a dormitory must be increased by
the square footage required for the dayroom.
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1231.2.10 EXERCISE AREA
An outdoor exercise area or areas must be provided in
every Type II and Type III facility. The minimum clear
height must be 15 feet (4572 mm) and the minimum
☒ ☐ ☐
number of square feet of surface area will be computed
by multiplying 80 percent of maximum rated population
by 50 square feet (4.7 m2) and dividing the result by the
number of one-hour exercise periods per day.
The exercise area must contain or provide free access
to a toilet, wash basin, and drinking fountain as
☒ ☐ ☐
provided in Section 1231.3.
There must be at least one exercise area of not less
than 600 square feet (55.7 m2). The design shall
facilitate security and supervision appropriate to the ☒ ☐ ☐
level of custody.
Type IV facilities shall have an outdoor recreation area This is a Type II facility.
or access to community recreation facilities. ☐ ☐ ☒
1231.2.11 CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM/
MULTIPURPOSE SPACE
An area for correctional programming must be provided
☒ ☐ ☐
in every Type II and Type III facility. The program area
and furnishings shall be designed to meet the needs
specified by the facility’s program statement.
Type IV facilities shall have multipurpose space for This is a Type II facility.
games and activities, dining, visiting, TV meetings and
quiet space for study and reading, such that activities ☐ ☐ ☒
do not conflict with each other.
1231.2.12 MEDICAL EXAMINATION ROOM
There must be a minimum of one suitably equipped
medical examination room in every facility which
provides on-site health care. The examination room ☒ ☐ ☐
shall be designed in consultation with the responsible
physician/health authority.
Such a medical examination room shall:
1. Be located within the security area and provide
for privacy of the inmates; ☒ ☐ ☐
2. Provide not less than 100 square feet (9.3 m2) of
floor space with no single dimension less than 7
☒ ☐ ☐
feet (2134 mm);
3. Provide hot and cold running water;
☒ ☐ ☐
4. Provide lockable storage for medical supplies;
☒ ☐ ☐
5. Provide an examination table;
☒ ☐ ☐
6. Provide adequate lighting; and
☒ ☐ ☐
7. Any room where medical procedures are
provided must be equipped with hot and cold
☒ ☐ ☐
running water
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1231.2.13 PHARMACEUTICAL STORAGE SPACE Only Supervising nurses and administrative
command have access.
Provide lockable storage space for medical supplies
☒ ☐ ☐
and pharmaceutical preparations as referenced by Title
15, California Code of Regulations, Section 1216.
1231.2.14 MEDICAL CARE HOUSING
There shall be some means to provide medical care ☒ ☐ ☐
and housing of ill and/or infirm inmates.
When the program statement for a Type II or Type III
facility indicates that medical care housing is needed,
such housing must provide lockable storage space for
medical instruments and must be located within the ☒ ☐ ☐
security area of the facility accessible to both female
and male inmates, but not in the living area of either.
The medical care housing unit shall be designed in
consultation with the health authority. ☒ ☐ ☐
Medical/mental health areas may contain other than
single occupancy cells. ☒ ☐ ☐
If negative pressure isolation rooms are being planned, Booking cell #4 has negative pressure.
they shall be designed to recognized industry
☒ ☐ ☐
standards.
1231.2.16 COMMISSARY
In all Type II, III and IV facilities, except where
community access is available, there shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
provisions made for inmates to purchase items (such
as candy, toilet articles, stationery supplies, books,
newspapers and magazines, etc.).
An area shall be provided for the secure storage of the
stock for such inmate canteen items. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.17 DINING FACILITIES Meals are sent to housing units and
incarcerated persons eat in the dayrooms.
In all Type II, III and IV facilities which serve meals,
☐ ☐ ☒
dining areas shall be provided which will allow groups
of inmates to dine together.
Such dining areas shall not contain toilets, wash basins
or showers in the same room without appropriate visual
☐ ☐ ☒
barrier.
Wherever the facility contains a central dining room or
rooms, it shall contain a minimum of 15 square feet (1.4
m2) of floor space and sufficient tables and seating for ☐ ☐ ☒
each inmate being fed.
1231.2.18 VISITING SPACE
Space shall be provided in all Types I, II, III and IV ☒ ☐ ☐
facilities for in-person visiting.
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1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☒ ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and barcutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET
In Type II facilities, at least one securely lockable
janitors’ closet with sufficient area for the storage of ☒ ☐ ☐
cleaning implements and supplies must be provided
within the security areas of the facility
A mop sink shall also be available within the security This is a Type II facility.
area of the facility. In court holding, temporary holding,
Types I, III and IV facilities, the closet need not be in ☐ ☐ ☒
the security area.
1231.2.21 STORAGE ROOMS
One or more storage rooms shall be provided to
accommodate a minimum of 80 cubic feet (2.3 m3) of
storage area per inmate for inmate clothing and
personal property, institutional clothing, bedding and ☒ ☐ ☐
supplies. Court holding, temporary holding and Type I
facilities may be excluded from the storage space
requirement for personal and institutional clothing
unless clothing is issued.
1231.2.22 AUDIO MONITORING SYSTEM
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound-
actuated audio monitoring system in temporary holding
cells or rooms, temporary staging cells or rooms,
☒ ☐ ☐
sobering cells, safety cells, single and double
occupancy cells, dormitories, dayrooms, exercise
areas and correctional program/multipurpose space,
which is capable of alerting personnel who can respond
immediately.
1231.2.23 LAUNDRY FACILITIES This is a Type II facility, but laundry is
conducted within the facility.
In Type IV facilities, provision shall be made for
washing and drying personal clothing by machines, ☒ ☐ ☐
either in the facility or in the community, if access is
permitted for same.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER
There shall be a source of emergency power in all
detention facilities capable of providing minimal lighting
☒ ☐ ☐
in all housing units, activities areas, corridors, stairs
and central control points, and to maintain fire and life
safety, security, communications and alarm systems.
Such an emergency power source shall conform to the
requirements specified in Title 24, Part 3, Article 700,
California Electrical Code, California Code of ☒ ☐ ☐
Regulations.
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1231.2.25 CONFIDENTIAL INTERVIEW ROOMS
There must be a minimum of one suitably furnished
interview room for confidential interviews in every
facility which provides onsite health care. The interview ☒ ☐ ☐
room shall be designed in consultation with responsible
custodial staff and health care staff.
Such an interview room shall:
1. Be located within the security area accessible to
both female and male inmates; and ☒ ☐ ☐
2. Provide not less than 70 square feet (6.5 m2) of
floor space with no single dimension less than 6
☒ ☐ ☐
feet (1829 mm).
1231.2.26 ATTORNEY INTERVIEW SPACE There are rooms located in the housing units.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include
☒ ☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS
1. Toilets/urinals must be provided in single- ☒ ☐ ☐
occupancy cells and double-occupancy cells.
2. In dormitories, toilets/urinals must be provided in
a ratio to inmates of 1:10. ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Toilets/urinals must be accessible to the
occupants of day-rooms and exercise areas. ☒ ☐ ☐
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
☒ ☐ ☐
inmates of 1:16.
5. In sobering cells toilets/urinals must be provided
in a ratio to inmates of 1:8. ☒ ☐ ☐
6. One urinal or 2 feet (610 mm) of urinal trough There are no urinal troughs within the facility.
may be substituted for each toilet up to one third of
the total number of toilets required, except in those ☒ ☐ ☐
facilities or portions thereof used for females.
7. Toilet areas shall provide modesty for inmates
with staff being able to visually supervise. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.2 WASH BASINS
1. Wash basins must be provided in single ☒ ☐ ☐
occupancy cells and double occupancy cells.
2. In dormitories, wash basins must be provided in
a ratio to inmates of 1:10. ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Wash basins must be accessible to the
occupants of day-rooms and exercise areas ☒ ☐ ☐
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
☒ ☐ ☐
inmates of 1:16.
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5. In sobering cells, wash basins must be provided
in a ratio to inmates of 1:8. ☒ ☐ ☐
6. Wash basins must be provided with hot and cold
or tempered water. ☒ ☐ ☐
7. Two feet (610 mm) of wash basin trough may be There are no wash basin troughs within the
substituted for each basin required. ☐ ☐ ☒ facility.
1231.3.3 DRINKING FOUNTAINS
There must be a minimum of one drinking fountain in
every single-occupancy cell, double-occupancy cell,
☒ ☐ ☐
dormitory, temporary holding cell, temporary staging
cell, sobering cell, and be accessible to the occupants
of day rooms and exercise areas.
Additional drinking fountains shall be located in other
areas of the facility so that drinking water will be
☒ ☐ ☐
available to inmates and staff.
Such drinking fountains must meet the following
minimum health requirements:
1. The drinking fountain bubbler shall be on an
☒ ☐ ☐
angle which prevents waste water from flowing
over the drinking fountain bubbler.
2. Water flow shall be actuated by mechanical
means. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.4 SHOWERS
Must be available to all inmates on a ratio of at least
☒ ☐ ☐
one shower to every 20 inmates or fraction thereof and
must provide hot and cold water or tempered water.
Shower stalls/shower areas must be designed and
constructed of materials which are impervious to water
☒ ☐ ☐
and soap so they may be easily cleaned.
Shower areas shall provide modesty for inmates with
staff being able to visually supervise. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.5 BEDS
Must be elevated off the floor, have a solid bottom, and
☒ ☐ ☐
a sleeping surface of at least 30 inches (762 mm) wide
and 76 inches (1930 mm) long.
Multiple beds must have a minimum of 21 inches (533
mm) between bed pans. ☒ ☐ ☐
Except in minimum security areas, beds must be
securely fastened to the floor or the wall. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.6 LIGHTING
Lighting in housing units, dayrooms and activity areas
must be sufficient to permit easy reading by a person
☒ ☐ ☐
with normal vision, and shall not be less than 20
footcandles (215.2 lux) at desk level and in the
grooming area.
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Lighting shall be centrally controlled and/or occupant
controlled in housing cells or rooms. ☒ ☐ ☐
Night lighting in these areas shall be sufficient to give
good visibility for purposes of supervision ☒ ☐ ☐
In minimum-security areas, lighting may be supplied by
ordinary lighting fixtures, and in areas of higher
☒ ☐ ☐
security, light fixtures must be of secure design.
1231.3.7 WINDOWS
In housing areas of higher than minimum security,
exterior windows which are constantly accessible to
☒ ☐ ☐
inmates for escape must be designed and constructed
so that if broken out, the net area accessible for escape
is no greater than 5 inches (127 mm) in one dimension.
1231.3.8 CELL PADDING
In sobering cells, the floor and partition shall be ☒ ☐ ☐
padded.
In safety cells, padding must cover the entire floor,
doors, and walls and everything on them to a clear
☒ ☐ ☐
height of 8 feet (2438 mm).
All such padded cells must be equipped with a tamper
resistant fire sprinkler as approved by the State Fire
Marshal. ☒ ☐ ☐
All padding must be:
1. Approved for use by the State Fire Marshal;
☒ ☐ ☐
2. Nonporous to facilitate cleaning;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. At least 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) thick;
☒ ☐ ☐
4. Of a unitary or laminated construction to prevent
its destruction by teeth, hand tearing or small metal
☒ ☐ ☐
objects;
5. Firmly bonded to all padded surfaces to prevent
tearing or ripping; and ☒ ☐ ☐
6. Without any exposed seams susceptible to
tearing or ripping. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.9 MIRRORS
A mirror of a material appropriate to the level of security
☒ ☐ ☐
must be provided near each wash basin specified in
these regulations.
1231.3.10 SEATING
In temporary holding and temporary staging cells, ☒ ☐ ☐
seating must be securely fixed to the floor and/or wall.
When bench seating is used, 18 inches (457 mm) of
bench is seating for one person. ☒ ☐ ☐
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1231.3.11 TABLE/SEAT
In single- and double-occupancy cells, a table and seat
for the purpose of writing and dining shall be provided. ☒ ☐ ☐
Exception: A Type I facility does not require a table
and a seat.
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Located in the administrative area and vehicle
sallyport.
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☒ ☐ ☐
security perimeter of the facility
Such weapons lockers shall be equipped with
individual compartments, each with an individual
☒ ☐ ☐
locking device.
Weapons lockers are required in temporary and court
holding facilities and in all facilities of higher than
☒ ☐ ☐
minimum security.
13-102(c)6 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
Design requirements as specified in Title 24, Part 1, 13-
102(c)6 are met. (See regulation for specific
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements. Note areas of non-compliance that are
applicable to the facility type and construction date in
the "comments" section.)
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ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
BSCC Code: 1265
FACILITY: Lake County Sheriff’s Office – Hill Road Jail TYPE: II RC: 299
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Jovin Adamos and Rafael Gomez DATE: 11/05/24
ROOMS EACH ROOM
EACH CELL FIXTURES*
Cell Applicable # Total DIMENSIONS
Location
Type Standards Cells # RC (L x W x H)
RC T U W F S
Beds
NOTE: During 2002-2004 cycle, RC was 279; a count of RC during 2004-2006 cycle indicates an RC of 286. RC will remain
at 286.
2020-2022: RC was 286. RC was evaluated for additional housing Intake holding cells and Multipurpose room. RC is 297.
2023-2024: RC changed from 297 to 299. Added 10 for J-Pod and subtracted 8 from the medical multipurpose area.
Reception/Booking Area
Transport Holding 1994 1 0 (16) (16) 12.4’ x 14.8’ x 9’5” 1 1 1
Note: Four benches: 5’6” each (22’ total).
Intake
#1 1994 1 1 1 1 12’ x 8.5’ x 9’5” 1 1 1
Housing
2016-2018: 3’ bench limits rated capacity. Second bench was removed to make room for mattress.
2020-2022: Cell was evaluated for a housing cell per agency's request. There is a shower in intake for use.
Intake
#2 1994 1 1 1 1 6.2’ x 12.9’ x 9.5’ 1 1 1
Housing
Note: 2016-2018: 3’ bench limits rated capacity. Second bench was removed to make room for mattress.
2020-2022: Cell was evaluated for a housing cell per agency's request. There is a shower in intake for use.
Intake
#3 1994 1 1 1 1 6.2’ x 12.9’ x 9.5’ 1 1 1
Housing
Note: 2016-2018 3’ bench limits rated capacity. Second bench was removed to make room for mattress.
2020-2022: Cell was evaluated for a housing cell per agency's request. There is a shower in intake for use.
Female
Holding 2019 1 0 (8) (8) 7’2” x 16’9“ x 8’ 1 1 1
Lounge
Note: Two Benches: 12’4” and 12’4” (24’8” total). Although the size of the cell may accommodate 11 persons, RC is based on
seating availability (18”/person) = 8.
Male
Holding 2019 1 0 (11) (11) ≈15’3” x 16’9” x 8’
Lounge
Note: Four benches: 13’, 4’, 10’ and 2’ (29’ total). Irregular shaped cell. RC will remain the same until cell can be remeasured for
accurate square footage.
* T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
"+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
EACH CELL FIXTURES*
Cell Applicable # Total DIMENSIONS
Location
Type Standards Cells # RC (L x W x H)
RC T U W F S
Beds
#1 Sobering 1994 1 0 (8) (8) ≈12’9” x 14’8” x 9’5” 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shaped. Approximately 168 ft2.
#2 Sobering 1994 1 0 (5) (5) ≈9’6” x 12’9” x 9’5” 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shaped. Approximately 116 ft2.
#3 Sobering 1994 1 0 (5) (5) ≈8’10” x 12’9” x 9’5” 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shaped. Approximately 112 ft2.
Safety #1 Safety 1994 1 0 (1) (1) 1
Note: Flush ring toilet. *Could not measure as cell was occupied.
#4 Holding 1994 1 0 (2) (2) ≈8’ x 6’7” x 9’5” 1 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shaped. Approximately 52ft2. Negative air pressure; includes shower and handicap fixtures.
Maximum Security Area (Phase II, 1997)
Pod A
1-6 Double 1994 6 2 2 9 ≈11’11” x 6’10” x 8’9” 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shaped. 2004-2006 inspection cycle – This area has historically been rated for 9. Cell 1 is ADA accessible.
7 & 8 Double 2001 2 2 2 4 6’ x 12’ x 8’9” 1 1 1
9-12 Double 2001 4 2 2 8 6’10” x 12’ x 8.9’ 1 1 1
13 Double 2001 1 2 2 2 ≈8’6” x 13’ x 8’9” 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shaped.
Dayroom 2001 1 ≈40’ x 49’2” x 22’3” 2
Note: Seating for 10. Additional non-secured seating available. 14 beds added in upper tier in 2003.
2010-2012 inspection cycle – 10 double bunks in dayroom.
2012-2014 inspection cycle – six triple bunks in the dayroom.
2017- triple bunks remain; one cell emptied for toilet.
Pod B (Administrative Segregation )
Single 1994 9 2 1 9 ≈11’11” x 6’10” x 8’9” 1 1 1 1
Dayroom 1994 1 54’1” x 36’3” x 23’1”
Note: Irregular shaped. Approximately 72 ft2, one shower in unit. Dayroom seating for 10.
Prior to 2012-2014 inspection, this unit shown as maximum security/males.
2012-2014 inspection cycle – bunks added to each cell.
* T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
"+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
EACH CELL FIXTURES*
Cell Applicable # Total DIMENSIONS
Location
Type Standards Cells # RC (L x W x H)
RC T U W F S
Beds
Pod C (Maximum Security)
1-13 Double 1994 13 2 2 26 ≈11’11” x 6’10” x 8’9” 1 1 1
Dayroom 1994 1 1,248 ft2 2
Note: Irregular shaped. Cells exceed 70 ft2. Cells 1-6 are on the bottom tier and 7-13 are on top tier. 20 circular seats and 12
lawn chairs.
Pod D (Medium Security)
Dorm 1994 1 43 24 24 ≈52’8” x 52’ x 20’2” 2 1 3 1
Dayroom 1994 1,815 ft2 2
Note: Irregular shaped. 3 tables, 24 circular seats, and 12 lawn chairs.
Prior to 2012-2014 inspection, LASE indicated that the number of beds in this unit will return to 34 after construction.
2012-2014 inspection cycle – 11 triple bunks (33) + 3 double bunks (6) = 4 single bunks (4) = 43.
Pod E (Medium Security)
Dorm 1994 1 44 24 24 ≈52’8” x 52’ x 20’2” 2 1 3 1
Dayroom 1994 1 1,815 ft2 2
Note: Irregular shaped. Seating for 32.
2012-2014 inspection cycle – 12 triple bunks (36) + 2 double bunks (4) = 4 single bunks (4) = 44
Pod F (General Population & Administrative Segregation) (Phase I, 1991)
1-20 Double 1998 20 2 2 40 ≈12’8 x 6’11” x 9’ 3” 2 2 2
O.S. Cell Double 1998 1 6 2 2 ≈16’ 16’1” x 9’ 3” 1 1 1
Dayroom 1998 1 ≈49’3” x 30’11” x 16’4” 2
Note: Irregular shaped. Prior to 2012-2014 inspection, cells are all minimum of 70 ft2. Cells 1, 5, and 10 are slightly larger than
the rest (11’5” x 12’1” x 8’11). Dayrooms approved for 42 inmates. Based on 1998 standards – (no 3 feet corridor required). Rated
capacity is restricted by dayroom space.
1994 standards applied to capture 20:1 shower ratio & double cell standards.
2020-2022: OS Cell has three double bunks and is 211 sq ft. The rated capacity is 2.
Pod G (Mental Health/Female Administrative Segregation)
Note: Prior to 2012-2014 inspection, Pod Dayroom: 847 ft2 + 58 useable in Dorms 3, 8, & 11 + 76 in interview rooms = 981 total.
981/35=28 inmates. (Interview room will be accessible to inmates for dayroom space when not in use.) 2 showers in Pod (one
shower added in 2003).
1, 4, 5 Double 1994 3 2 2 6 6.9’ x 12.7’ x 9’ 1 1 1
Note: All cells doubled in 2003.
2 Double 1994 1 2 2 2 6.2’ x 12.8’ x 9’ 1 1 1
3 Dorm 1994 1 4 4 4 12.8’ x 12.9’ x 9’ 1 1 1
Note: In 2003, 2 beds added to #3, rendering a dormitory. 161 ft2 total, 2 double bunks. 161 / 37.5* = 4 (*1994 regulations).
* T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
"+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
EACH CELL FIXTURES*
Cell Applicable # Total DIMENSIONS
Location
Type Standards Cells # RC (L x W x H)
RC T U W F S
Beds
Safety #2 Safety 1994 1 0 1 (1) 6’9” x 7’6” x 8’ 1
Note: 1 shower in unit.
6 & 7 Double 2001 2 2 2 4 6’11”x12’10”x8’6” 1 1 1
Note: 82 sq. ft. (88 sq. ft., minus 6 sq. ft. for chase).
8 Dorm 2001 1 4 4 4 12’11’x12’10”x8’6” 1 1 1
Note: 155 sq. ft. (166 sq. ft., minus 9 sq. ft. for chase).
9 Double 2001 1 2 2 2 6’3”x12’10”x8’6” 1 1 1
Note: 74 sq. ft. (80 sq. ft., minus 6 sq. ft. for chase).
10 Double 2001 1 2 2 2 6’11”x12’9”x8’6” 1 1 1
Note: 82 sq. ft. (88 sq. ft., minus 6 sq. ft. for chase).
11 Dorm 2001 1 4 4 4 16’ x 12’9” x 8’6” 1 1 1
Note: 176 sq. ft. (204 sq. ft., minus 28).
Dayroom 2001 1 45’10” x 21’3” x 16’10”
Pod H (Typically female medium and minimum security separated by chain link fence and direct supervision.)
#1 Dorm 1986 1 13 8 8 17’9” x 26’6”’ x 9’1”
#2 Dorm 1986 1 18 8 8 18’2”’ x 31’4” x 9’1”
#3 Dorm 1986 1 14 8 8 18’1” x 31’4” x 9’1” 3 3 2 3
Medium Security
#4 Dorm 1986 1 15 10 10 18’1” x 31’4” x 9’1”
#5 Dorm 1986 1 13 10 10 18’2”’ x 31’4” x 9’1”
#6 Dorm 1986 1 11 10 10 17’9” x 26’6”’ x 9’1”
Dayroom 1986 26’4 x 39” 4 4 3
Pod I (Minimum Security Males)
#1 Dorm 1986 1 16 8 8 18’ x 27’ x 9’
#2 Dorm 1986 1 15 10 10 18’ x 32’ x 9’
#3 Dorm 1986 1 11 10 10 18’ x 32’ x 9’
#4 Dorm 1986 1 16 10 10 18’ x 32’ x 9’
#5 Dorm 1986 1 16 10 10 18’ x 32’ x 9’
#6 Dorm 1986 1 16 8 8 18’ x 27’ x 9’
Dayroom 1986 1 52’9” x 52’9” x 11’3” 6 1 7 6
Note: There are two bathroom areas. Recreation area = 46’1” x 55’
* T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
"+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
EACH CELL FIXTURES*
Cell Applicable # Total DIMENSIONS
Location
Type Standards Cells # RC (L x W x H)
RC T U W F S
Beds
Pod J (PC Housing)
Dorm 2023 1 10 10 10 27’5” x 39’2” x 7’11” 1 2 3 3 1
Dayroom 2023 1
Note: Dayroom has a table with 7 circular seats and a spot for a wheelchair, a 6’ bench, and 5 additional lawn chairs. There are
2 single beds and 4 double bunk racks.
Multipurpose Room (was created for emergency housing)
Multipurpose
Medical 1986 1 ≈29’ x 29’1” x 8’ 1 1 1
Room
Note: Irregular shaped. Approximately 840 ft2
2020-2022 – Multiple purpose room was evaluated for housing with 16 beds and a rated capacity for 8. Showers in Pod A, B, and
F are available for use daily.
2023-2024 – There were no beds in this room. Subtracted 8 from RC.
* T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
"+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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