Whole-Body Scanner Detects Contraband

In late February, Collier County has become the first Florida county jail to begin using a whole-body security scanner.

The facility will serve as pilot location to test the RadPRO SecurPASS, which will be used to scan inmates and their possessions, including linens and mattresses. Collier County was selected for the pilot project because of a high incidence of prescription drug abuse.

Funds from a State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) grant were used to purchase the scanner, which detects metallic, non-metallic, organic and inorganic contraband.

If the scanner detects contraband, the inmate will then be subjected to a strip search.