Citation

Welch M, Günther D. Crim. Justice Policy Rev. 1997; 8(1): 75-97.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/088740349700800104

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Jail suicides are as institutionally significant as they are tragic. Consequently, jail administrators remain concerned about legal liability, especially when their policies and customs are brought into question. Indeed, as jail suicide litigation takes form, the focus of the suit is typically aimed at institutional problems, including deficiencies in training, monitoring, and conditions. This study examines jail suicide litigation by analyzing a sample of 77 lawsuits. Our findings reveal patterns of key deficiencies in institutional practice and custom; accordingly, recommendations for jail policy and suicide prevention strategies are offered. © IUP.

Language: en