The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office supports the National Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA) and is committed to the prevention and elimination of sexual abuse perpetrated against inmates.

Any person who wishes to report such an act may contact the BCSO Special Investigations Unit at:

508.995.9609

or by writing to:

BCSO Special Investigations Unit, 400 Faunce Corner Road, North Dartmouth MA 02747

All allegations of inmate sexual abuse or sexual harassment shall be investigated, including anonymous reports.

When a substantiated allegation of inmate sexual abuse or sexual harassment appears to be criminal in nature, the Sheriff's Office shall refer the case to an outside investigative agency that has the legal authority to conduct a criminal investigation, such as the Massachusetts State Police. Such refers shall be documented. The outside agency shall then conduct an administrative or criminal investigation for the allegations made, according to National PREA standards. The Sheriff's Office shall cooperate fully in this investigation and monitor its progress.