Plumas County Jail Consent Decree Terminated After 34 Years

The federal consent decree for Plumas County Correctional Facility has been terminated after 34 years, marking the end of a court-mandated improvement plan. - The decree, established in 1992, addressed conditions like overcrowding, inadequate medical care, and lack of exercise.

- The jail achieved NCCHC accreditation in 2023 after COVID delays, meeting key requirements. - Plaintiffs' counsel declared the county's work satisfactory, leading to termination on May 1, 2026.

- Minor improvements for exercise options are still required within 60 days. The termination reflects a collaborative effort by the sheriff's department, county counsel, and behavioral health services.