The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
of 2003 and Custodial Sexual Misconduct
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office maintains a zero-tolerance standard regarding custodial rape, sexual misconduct and sexual contact between adults in custody. All sexual and romantic activity between staff and adults in custody is prohibited and is against the law. Sexual activity between adults in custody is also prohibited and may also be a crime. There is no such thing as consensual sex in custody.
The Sheriff’s Office will aggressively respond to and investigate any and all allegations of rape and/or sexual misconduct. The Sheriff’s Office supports the prosecution of sexual misconduct and sexual assaults, in partnership with law enforcement and county prosecutors.
Sheriff’s Office staff are required to report and respond to incidents of rape or sexual misconduct. Adults in custody are encouraged to “Break the Silence of Abuse” and report sexual misconduct to staff members.
If you were sexually abused or know of someone that has been sexually abused, you need to report it immediately. Although reporting can be difficult to do, it will keep you and others safe from more harm. The person who caused the harm will not be able to continue to harm you or hurt others. Although the person who abused you may threaten to harm you in some way and you may be scared, make sure you report sexual abuse immediately.
Adults in custody are encouraged to speak with deputies, medical staff, mental health professionals, attorneys, program volunteers, family members, friends, or anyone who can assist them in putting a stop to any and all sexual misconduct. They can also write letters, leave notes, leave phone messages or file grievances.
All information will be subject to verification by investigators. Adults in custody will be held accountable for false claims.
You may file a complaint regarding rape and/or sexual misconduct that occurred while in custody of the Sheriff’s Office on this website under the
Complaint link.
You may make a records request for policies related to PREA by submitting a request in writing to Jail Administration, 4000 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon 97317. There is a fee associated with records requests.
2020 PREA report
Additional information related to PREA can be found at
https://www.prearesourcecenter.org/.
Volunteer and Contractor PREA Training
Our jail is committed to complying with all of the requirements of PREA in order to protect inmates from sexual abuse and to ensure they get the help they need if they are victimized. PREA requires all volunteers and contractors to receive specialized training on how to recognize the warning signs and how to report a case. As a volunteer or contractor, you are a visitor at this jail. Please let any staff member know if you have any questions or concerns about how to maintain professional relationships with adults in custody.
PREA training presentation
PREA Policy
PREA Acknowledgement Form
Outside Agency Reporting Method
If you wish to report an incident of sexual abuse without directly contacting the Marion County Sheriff's Office, you may contact Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.
The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is able to receive and immediately forward inmate reports of sexual abuse and sexual harassment to agency officials, allowing the adult in custody to remain anonymous, upon request. The contact information for the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office:
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office
PREA Coordinator
Clackamas County Jail
2206 Kaen Road
Oregon City, OR 97045
503-722-6631
On the web: https://www.clackamas.us/corrections/prea
