Kimberly Edds from the Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs says it’s time the sheriff and the deputies union talk about civilian jailers.
Tag: civilian jailers
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Top Stories
A Former Sheriff’s Opinion on Civilians in the Jails
Jack Anderson says the concept of civilian jailers makes sense,
but it hasn’t happened because of politics.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Norberto Santana Jr., Orange
Officials Scrambling to Figure Out Ruling on Civilian Jailers
Orange County deputies union persuades a local judge to issue a
temporary injunction barring civilian jail workers. There is
confusion, however, on how the order can be enforced.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Politics & Elections
Deputy Union’s Silence on Civilian Jailers Might Hurt Its Case
Many expected Orange County sheriff’s deputies to protest loudly when civilian guards started showing up at the jails. They didn’t. They are now, but it may be too late.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Norberto Santana Jr.
Sheriff’s Deputies Union Seeks to Halt County Use of Civilian Jailers
The use of civilians has helped the Sheriff’s Department avoid layoffs. Union officials in the past have said it raises safety concerns.
