This bill amends section 47-111 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to update the requirements for the supervision of female inmates in county jails. It specifies that in counties with a city of the metropolitan or primary class, a female correctional officer will be responsible for the supervision of female prisoners, replacing the term "matron." The bill also outlines the duties and qualifications of these female correctional officers, including being under the direction of the sheriff, taking an oath, and being compensated for their time. Additionally, it removes provisions related to hiring a deputy or correctional officer in counties with populations over 200,000.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that all county and city jails must comply with the rules and regulations set forth by the Jail Standards Board, particularly regarding cross-gender supervision and searches of inmates. The original section 47-111 is repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Final Reading: 47-111