Prison Rape Elimination Act

The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) is a U.S. law passed in 2003 to address and prevent sexual abuse and assault in correctional facilities, including prisons, jails, and immigration detention centers. It sets national standards for how facilities must prevent, detect, and respond to such abuse, ensuring the safety and dignity of incarcerated individuals. The law also requires regular reporting, investigations, and training to hold facilities accountable and reduce the incidence of sexual violence in detention settings.