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Midland County reports 173 inmates as pre-trial program serves nearly 120 people
Summary
County staff told commissioners the jail held 173 inmates and that a pre-trial assessment program is supporting nearly 120 people—helping eligible nonviolent defendants continue working while awaiting court and prompting requests for more staffing and treatment access.
Bridget Champagne, speaking for county staff, told the Executive Committee that the Midland County jail held 173 inmates and that federal-marshall detainees have risen slightly. She said historical counts at this time of year typically fall between about 160 and 180 inmates.
Champagne said community corrections’ pre-trial assessment program currently includes almost 120 people. She described the program as an option that allows eligible, employed defendants who face nonviolent charges to remain at work rather than stay in custody, and she emphasized that the caseload creates a need for additional staffing and expanded access to treatment services for people whose underlying issues may have contributed to their offenses.
Commissioners asked staff-follow up questions about the jail trends and whether recent leadership changes in the sheriff’s office had affected population management; Champagne and commissioners characterized the counts as broadly consistent with recent months. The discussion did not produce any formal vote or change in policy.
