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Lawmakers press DOC over ICE detainee access, language services and attorney visits
Summary
DOC leadership defended practices after testimony alleging restricted access for ICE detainees; DOC presented a recent internal review, disputed some earlier statistics, and agreed to standardize signage, interpreter guidance and consider tablets/apps and a working group with advocates.
Department of Corrections officials told the House Corrections and Institutions Committee on Jan. 29 that the department is addressing gaps raised in prior testimony about access to attorneys, language interpretation and medical services for immigration detainees housed in Vermont facilities.
John Murad, interim commissioner, and Laurie Fisher, DOC general counsel, appeared after committee members said advocates had described instances where attorneys or interpreters were denied access. "We treat all individuals in our custody the same," Murad said, while acknowledging the department has taken additional steps for immigration detainees, including sending a daily…
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