17-22-28. Maintaining order -- Imposing restitution.
(1) If a prisoner commits an act of violence against another person, attempts to damage
jail property, attempts to escape, or refuses to obey a lawful order and reasonable command, an
officer or other employee of the jail may use all reasonable means under the circumstances,
including the use of a weapon, to defend himself, defend another, protect jail property, prevent
escape, or enforce compliance with a lawful order and reasonable command.
(2) A jail may request restitution from a prisoner for damaging jail property as part of an
administrative disciplinary hearing. To enforce restitution, a jail may withdraw money from or
place a hold on a prisoner's account.
Enacted by Chapter 94, 1996 General Session
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