(1) As used in this chapter:
- (a) "Contractor" means a private entity seeking to contract with or currently contracting with the department to establish or operate a private correctional facility.
- (b) "Correctional services" means those services necessary for the operation of a correctional facility, including the provision of food, clothing, security, programs, and health care.
- (c) "Facility" means a private correctional facility established or operated under a contract with the department.
- (2) The definitions used under Section 64-13-1 apply to this chapter.
Enacted by Chapter 288, 1999 General Session