The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors reviewed a report on strategies to reduce county jail populations at its meeting on December 9, 2025.
The discussion was based on the data analysis report by the Community Corrections Partnership (CCP). The Board requested the report to analyze jail data, evaluate the efficiency of diversion programs, and assess whether new facilities are needed.
The analysis was conducted by a subcommittee of the CCP, comprising representatives from the Probation Department, Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, Public Defender’s Office, and community advocates.
Watch the meeting here
Jail Population Trends
Based on the calendar year 2024 and a July 2025 snapshot, the analysis found that the jail population was relatively stable. The population averaged slightly over 745 incarcerated individuals in 2024 and increased slightly to 779 individuals in 2025…