COLLIN COUNTY, Texas — Collin County’s jail is facing mounting pressure as population growth continues to outpace resources. Once considered innovative for its pod-style design, the jail, according to the sheriff, is understaffed and nearly overcrowded—straining both personnel and budget.

“We have a lot of extra posts that we don't have permanent positions for,” Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner said.

With the jail running at 90% capacity — well above the National Institute of Corrections recommended standard of 80% —staffing and safety concerns are growing louder.

Chief Jail Administrator Johnny Jaquess said managing the jail’s inmate population is only part of the challenge.

“If this were a classroom, it would be considered a special needs detention classroom with 72 students,” he ex

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