28 CFR § 115.112 - Contracting with other entities for the confinement of detainees.

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title: "28 CFR § 115.112 - Contracting with other entities for the confinement of detainees."
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currency: "2026-03-24"
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# 115.112 Contracting with other entities for the confinement of detainees.

(a) A law enforcement agency that contracts for the confinement of its lockup detainees in lockups operated by private agencies or other entities, including other government agencies, shall include in any new contract or contract renewal the entity's obligation to adopt and comply with the PREA standards.

(b) Any new contract or contract renewal shall provide for agency contract monitoring to ensure that the contractor is complying with the PREA standards.