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Inmate PREA

What is PREA? Español

The Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA, P.L. 108-79) was enacted by Congress to address the problem of sexual abuse of persons in the custody of U.S. correctional agencies. The Act applies to all public and private institutions that house adult or juvenile offenders and is also relevant to community-based agencies. It addresses both inmate-on-inmate sexual abuse and staff sexual misconduct.

On June 23, 2009, the National Prison Rape Elimination Commission released and forwarded to the U.S. Attorney General its final report and proposed standards to prevent, detect, respond to and monitor sexual abuse of incarcerated and detained individuals. Based on the Attorney General’s independent judgment, a final rule was published to the Federal Register on June 20, 2012 (NIC, 2014).

If you need to know more about PREA, please visit the PREA Resource Center at: http://www.prearesourcecenter.org

PREA AUDIT: AUDITOR’S SUMMARY REPORT ADULT PRISONS & JAILS

2019

The audit of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Joint Processing Center (JPC) was conducted on Aug 26 – Aug 28, 2019 by Ian Rachal, Department of Justice certified PREA auditor.

2017

The PREA audit of 1200 Baker St. Jail was conducted on April 10th, 2017 – April 13th, 2017 by Ian Rachal, Department of Justice Certified PREA auditor.

2015

The PREA audit of 701 N. San Jacinto Jail was conducted on November 30th, 2015 – December 3rd, 2015 by Ian Rachal, Department of Justice Certified PREA auditor.

2014

The audit of 711 N. San Jacinto Jail was conducted on December 15th – 17th, 2014 by Ian Rachal, Department of Justice Certified PREA auditor. This audit was conducted in conjunction with an audit of the 1307 Baker St Jail facility during the same time frame.

PREA Annual Report

2022

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2021

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2020

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2019

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2018

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2017

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2016

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2015

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2014

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

2013

The agency shall collect accurate, uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at facilities under its direct control using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.

PREA ~ Prison Rape Elimination Act

Prison Rape Elimination Act

The purpose of this policy is to demonstrate that the Harris County Sheriff’s Office will make every effort to fully comply with the standards set forth by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).

PREA Brochure for Staff, Contractors and Volunteers

PREA Brochure

The purpose of this pamphlet is to train and educate staff, volunteers and contractors on the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA), (Texas Penal Code) § 39.04.

Crime Prevention Guide for Inmate Brochure

Guide for Inmate Brochure

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCS0) is committed to a “zero-tolerance policy” of sexual assault . This zero-tolerance policy affects HCSO in its entirety. PREA standards affects inmates, staff, contractors, volunteers and vendors.

There is NO EXCUSE for Sexual Abuse

PREA Sexual Abuse

The days of your life should be free of sexual violations. If you or someone you know has been sexually abused or sexually harassed at the Harris County Sheriff's Office; tell a staff worker, volunteer, chaplain or anyone who can assist. The HCSO has a Zero-Tolerance policy against sexual abuse and sexual harassment.

Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 Contractor and Volunteer Acknowledgement Form

Volunteer Acknowledgement Form

It is the policy of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to respond to, and administratively and/or criminally investigate all alleged incidents of a sexual nature. The HCSO has zero tolerance for all forms of sexual abuse and sexual harassment within its facilities.

Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 Acknowledgement Form

Acknowledgement Form

In compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office maintains a zero-tolerance policy with regard to sexual assault, sexual abuse and sexual harassment of any person. Please answer the questions in regards to Hiring and Promotion Decisions, PREA standard 115.17.

Staff Sexual Misconduct

Staff Sexual Misconduct

This policy is to provide procedures for the prevention, detection, response and investigation of staff sexual misconduct within the Detention Command facilities.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual abuse or sexual harassment while confined at the Harris County Sheriff’s Office: Please contact us at HCSOPREAUnit@hctx.net.