IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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AN ORDINANCE enacting section 6004., of the Jackson County Code, 1984, relating to standards for care and treatment in Jackson County residential facilities with a severability clause.
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ORDINANCE NO. 6077, April 13, 2026
INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV and Venessa Huskey, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, the Jackson County Legislature deems it necessary to enact justice and dignity standards relating to the care of detainees at the Jackson County Detention Facility; and,
WHEREAS, within thirty (30) days of adoption, the County shall convene an implementation committee composed of relevant stakeholders to establish clear enforcement mechanisms, including procedures, graduated sanctions, civil penalties or fines where authorized, reporting requirements, and timelines; and,
WHEREAS, the committee shall aim to finalize and publish an enforcement framework within ninety (90) days of convening; and,
WHEREAS, the County shall identify and allocate sufficient funding to support implementation, training, oversight, data collection, and compliance activities associated with these Standards of Care and Conduct; and,
WHEREAS, budgeting shall account for staffing, training, technology, independent oversight functions, and any costs necessary to ensure meaningful compliance, with ongoing funding considerations incorporated into the annual budget process; now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED by the Jackson County Legislature as follows:
Section A. Enacting Clause. Section 6004., of the Jackson County Code, 1984, is hereby enacted, to read as follows:
6004. Purpose
The Jackson County Detention Center affirms that every person in custody retains fundamental human rights and shall be treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. These rights exist alongside the County's responsibility to maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment for staff, visitors, and detainees.
6004.1 Dignity and Respect
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