Office of the Corrections Ombuds

The Office of Corrections Ombuds (OCO) is an independent, impartial public office that serves the state of Washington by promoting positive change in corrections. OCO achieves this goal through investigating complaints related to incarcerated persons’ health, safety, welfare, and rights; Providing information to incarcerated persons and families regarding self-advocacy; Identifying system issues; Monitoring and ensuring compliance of the DOC with relevant statutes, rules, and policies regarding the treatment of incarcerated persons under the jurisdiction of the DOC; and, Producing public reports.