NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 11, 2026San Diego
San Diego County releases inspection report on Otay Mesa Detention Center conditions
San Diego County released a public report following a February inspection of the Otay Mesa Detention Center. The report concludes that facility conditions generally align with recommended state standards for detention centers, though some specific deficiencies were identified.
Read the full story at Times of San DiegoWhy It Matters
The report provides public transparency regarding the living and operational standards at a major local detention facility, impacting the oversight of conditions for detainees and staff.
Key Facts
- San Diego County conducted an inspection of the Otay Mesa Detention Center in February.
- The county released a public report on the facility's conditions on Monday.
- The report states that conditions generally meet recommended state standards for detention facilities.
- The report identifies specific deficiencies within the facility.
Who's Mentioned
personSayone Thihalolipavan“County public health official.”organizationU.S. Department of Homeland Security“Federal agency contracting with the detention center.”personPaloma Aguirre“Interim President of the Board of Supervisors.”organizationCoreCivic“The private company operating the detention center.”personDamon Brown“San Diego County Counsel.”personHeather Buonomo“Director of Environmental Health for San Diego County.”personTerra Lawson-Remer“President of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.”organizationSan Diego County“The local government body conducting the inspection and lawsuit.”locationOtay Mesa Detention Center“The facility subject to the health and safety inspection.”