Lorain County Jail Passes State Inspection

ELYRIA, OH — The Lorain County jail was deemed completely compliant with state standards, the sheriffs announced.

Lorain County Jail can house up to 422 inmates and is considered a full-service jail. The facility was inspected by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC). Inspectors looked at the following parts of the jail: reception and release, security, house, classification, sanitation and environmental standards, communication, visitation, medical and mental health, and more.

"Despite 2020 being a very challenging year for everyone, particularly the jail who had to adapt to the ever-increasing demands placed on corrections during the COVID crisis, I am pleased with the results," said Lorain County Sheriff Phil Stammitti. "The jail staff work hard to maintain compliance and exceed minimum standards when possible...their continued diligence is very much appreciated."

Inspectors reviewed the jail's documentation, toured parts of the jail and interviewed inmates and staff, the Lorain County Sheriff's office said.