Federal Jails: Design and Construction Flaws in Los Angeles Facility Are Being Corrected

Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO described the action taken to correct design and construction deficiencies at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles (MDC/LA), focusing on allegations that: (1) the facility's design makes it vulnerable to escape; (2) inappropriate material was used in the housing areas; (3) electrical wiring was inadequately protected against tampering by inmates; and (4) the medical facilities were inappropriate for the type of health care provided at the facility.