The proposed Senate Joint Resolution 113 seeks to amend the Wisconsin Constitution by establishing that the county sheriff has custody of the county jail and its inmates. This amendment clarifies that while the sheriff holds this authority, the county board of supervisors has the option to delegate custody to another public officer or entity if they choose. This resolution is based on previous rulings by the Wisconsin Supreme Court affirming the sheriff's inherent constitutional authority over jail custody.

To become effective, this constitutional amendment must be adopted by two successive legislatures and subsequently ratified by the public. The resolution outlines the specific language to be added to Article VI of the Wisconsin Constitution and includes provisions for the numbering of this new section in case of conflicts with other amendments. The resolution has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety for further consideration.