§ 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