02-03-2025
Warren County sheriff now providing jail inmates computer tablets in ‘humane treatment' plan
WARRENTON, N.C. (WNCN) — A North Carolina sheriff is allowing jail inmates awaiting trial to use computer tablets as part of 'humane treatment' for detainees, the sheriff's office said.
The new computer 'tablet service' was launched last week in the Warren County Jail, according to a news release from Warren County Sheriff John Branche.
Officials said the tablets are provided by IC Solutions at the jail in Warrenton.
'This system is being utilized by numerous detention facilities throughout North Carolina and the U.S.,' the Warren County Sheriff's Office said in the release.
Warren County deputies released three photos of the tablet dispenser in the jail.
'It allows detainees to stay connected with family and friends, as well as their legal counsel. It provides religious support, educational classes and training. It also provides drug rehabilitation courses, anger management courses, and life skills courses,' the news release said.
The sheriff's office said the tablets will allow those in jail to take courses and tests to prepare them for their general education diploma (GED).
'The goal of this system is to break the wheel of recidivism, and assist the detainees with becoming positive contributing citizens of, and to our communities,' the release said.
The tablets did not cost Warren County taxpayers any money, deputies said.
The new system was launched on Thursday, according to the news release.
'The Warren County Sheriff's Office is committed to the safety and welfare of our citizens. We also believe in humane treatment of pre-trial detainees,' officials said.
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