Limited health care infrastructure and crowded conditions pose challenges for some jails.
PPIC Just the Facts

California’s County Jails

Brandon Martin, Magnus Lofstrom


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California’s county jails face a challenging environment amid the pandemic, with limited health care infrastructure and crowded conditions in some jails. This fact sheet examines current issues and recent population changes at the state’s diverse and aging jail facilities.

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