Statement by Sheriff Don Horsley Regarding Scott Peterson's Arrival

REDWOOD CITY, CA., Friday, January 23, 2004 - "Scott Peterson arrived at the Maguire Correctional Facility at approximately 2:27 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2004. He was brought into the booking area of the jail by Stanislaus County deputy sheriffs. Mr. Peterson thanked the transporting deputies upon their departure. The transporting officers reported that Mr. Peterson had been cooperative and polite during the journey.

Once in our facility, Scott Peterson was brought into the medical offices where medical staff examined him. After the exam was completed, Mr. Peterson was taken to a search room where his clothing was exchanged for jail clothing. Mr. Peterson will be wearing a dark red shirt and pants to indicate that he is in protective custody.

Next, one of our classification officers interviewed Mr. Peterson. The purpose of the classification interview is to determine the special needs, if any, for persons confined in the jail. Sometimes the interview reveals that the inmate must be kept separate from another group in the facility. In Mr. Peterson's case, the interview was to confirm that the housing area that had been pre-selected was the most appropriate for his housing needs.

From there, Mr. Peterson was taken to his housing area. He will be housed in 3B West, a special housing unit for protective custody. The correctional officer and the deputy sheriff assigned to this unit will orient Mr. Peterson on the rules of the jail, and will give him the opportunity to contact his family. Mr. Peterson will advise his family of his location and visitation opportunities.

Early next week, we will contact the defense attorneys and the district attorney, and offer to let them see the Maguire facility."