Martin County Jail aces surprise inspection

Facility meets state standards, but administrator says more staff is needed to keep pace

The Martin County Jail has received a certificate of compliance from the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, the highest rating the commission offers and a sign that the facility is meeting all state requirements for jail operations.

The surprise inspection took place in August and covered nearly every aspect of jail operations, including cleanliness, record-keeping, inmate care, food safety and bu…