Zero Tolerance Policy
In accordance with the standards set forth in PREA, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office has a zero tolerance policy for any act of assault, abuse, misconduct, and harassment of a sexual nature perpetrated by another incarcerated person or staff member, regardless of consent. Sexual conduct between incarcerated persons and staff, volunteers, or contract personnel, regardless of consensual status, is prohibited and subject to appropriate personnel action up to and including termination and potential criminal prosecution. There is no consent for sexual behavior in a custody environment.