Whatcom County Code Chapter 1.28 is temporarily suspended for up to an additional 12 months, beginning Feb. 20, 2024, pursuant to Ord. 2024-006. This is the fourth such extension, following:

- Ord. 2019-047 which suspended Chapter 1.28 WCC temporarily for 12 months.

- Ord. 2021-039 that extended the temporary suspension 18 months.

- Ord. 2023-009 that extended the temporary suspension 11 months.

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office correctional facility operation standards, as collectively established through various documents, including, but not limited to, written general policies, corrections bureau operational policies and procedures, medical policies and procedures, the Sheriff’s Office Rules and Regulations Manual, and the Uniform Building Code, are temporarily adopted in its place.