Chapter 1 – General Administration

13010.3 Requirements

• The purpose of CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s Public Information Program is to make known to the public all relevant information pertaining to the operations of the CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. This occurs through the media, through the CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation website and social media platforms, through contact with public groups and individuals, and by making its public records available for review by interested persons. CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s public information efforts require an attitude of cooperation, sensitivity and responsiveness in dealing with the media.

• The CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has the responsibility to protect the privacy, safety, and other rights of incarcerated people and staff members. Furthermore, the CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is committed to protecting crime victims and their next of kin from the unnecessary disclosure of information that may traumatize victims, family, and friends or glamorize criminals and their actions. Accordingly, news and non-news media access to an institution shall be regulated to ensure the orderly and safe operation of that facility.

• Further guidance can be obtained from California Code of Regulations (CCRCalifornia Code of Regulations), Title 15, Division 3, Sections 3170 through 3176.4, 3179, 3260 through 3266, and 3450.