Justice Christopher Geldart said that while the allegations about conditions at the jail are “deeply concerning,” city officials believe inmates should stay in the District.
Release of D.C. Jail inmates demanded by Public defenders after facility flunks inspection
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"We take seriously the responsibility of caring for justice-involved D.C. residents and believe they should remain in D.C.," he said. "DOC leadership is evaluating moving inmates within the facility so that issues raised can be addressed efficiently and expeditiously."
Nearly 400 D.C. Jail inmates to be transferred; surprise inspection finds unacceptable conditions
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