The Oklahoma Jail Standards Act amends existing laws governing the inspection and operation of detention facilities, including city and county jails. It empowers the State Commissioner of Health to establish rules for jail standards and mandates compliance from all detention and lockup facilities. The bill specifies that the State Department of Health will conduct annual inspections to ensure adherence to these standards, which include guidelines for inmate classification, emergency medical care, and supervision. It also introduces new definitions and requirements for facility management, emphasizing adequate living conditions, safety measures, and the treatment of inmates, particularly juveniles.

In addition to updating terminology to be more inclusive, the bill removes outdated standards and modifies statutory references. It establishes reporting requirements for changes in prisoner capacity and mandates that municipalities comply with the new jail conditions. The legislation also outlines the responsibilities of sheriffs and jail administrators in maintaining compliance and providing necessary care. An emergency clause allows the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval, aiming to enhance the safety, health, and rights of inmates within Oklahoma's detention facilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 74-192
Floor (House): 74-192
Floor (Senate): 74-192
Engrossed: 74-192
Enrolled (final version): 74-192