Bill > LD405

This bill requires county jails, regional jails, and state correctional facilities to provide detailed annual reports about prisoner segregation, defined as separating a prisoner from the general population for administrative or punitive reasons and keeping them in their cell for at least 22 hours out of a 24-hour period. The reports, which must be submitted by January 15th each year starting in 2026, must include three key pieces of information: the total number of segregated prisoners, the duration of each segregation instance, and the specific reason for the segregation. After receiving these reports, the legislative committee with jurisdiction over criminal justice matters will be authorized to review the information and potentially submit follow-up legislation to address any issues identified in the reports. This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability around the use of prisoner segregation, which is often considered a restrictive and potentially harmful practice in correctional settings.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=405&snum=132