17-72-406. Maintaining order in the county jail -- Imposing restitution.
(1) If a prisoner commits an act of violence against another individual, attempts to damage jail property, attempts to escape, or refuses to obey a lawful order and reasonable command, an officer or jail employee may use all reasonable means under the circumstances, including the use of a weapon:
(a) in self-defense;
(b) to defend another;
(c) to protect jail property;
(d) to prevent escape; or
(e) to enforce compliance with a lawful order and reasonable command.
(2)(a) A jail may request restitution from a prisoner for damaging jail property as part of an administrative disciplinary hearing.
(b) To enforce ordered or agreed upon restitution, a jail may withdraw money from or place a hold on a prisoner's commissary account.