Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - MCSO Detentions
What is PREA?
The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) establishes a zero-tolerance standard against sexual assaults and rapes of incarcerated persons. It is Public Law 108-79, signed in September 2003 by President George W. Bush.
PREA sets standards that protect inmates and makes the prevention of sexual assault and sexual misconduct in jail settings a top priority. PREA also increases available data on sexual assault and sexual misconduct in jails and prisons.
- The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office has a zero-tolerance standard for sexual assault and sexual misconduct.
- The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office supports the prosecution of persons who commit acts of sexual assault or sexual misconduct in the Mesa County Detention Facility.
- The Mesa County Detention Facility has developed guidelines, policies, and procedures to reduce the risk of in-custody sexual assaults and sexual misconduct.
PREA reporting
If you were the victim of a sexual assault while in custody, or if you know of an incident of sexual assault of a person while in the Mesa County Detention Facility, you are urged to report the incident.
- PREA Report Line 970-242-6707
- Notify a Mesa County Sheriff's Office deputy or any law enforcement officer
- PREA Coordinator, Lieutenant Wade Pacheco