The Survey of Inmates in Local Jails,
2001, will measure changes in the composition of jail inmates since
the 1996 survey. Computer assisted personal interviews will be
conducted with a national representative sample of 7,500 inmates in
460 local jails across the country. The questionnaire includes
items on individual and socioeconomic characteristics; current
offense and victims of the offense; criminal history; alcohol and
drug use and treatment; medical and mental health conditions; and
activities while in jail.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.