Chapter 1 – General Administration

15000.16 Office of Appeals

• The Office Of Appeals (OOAOffice of Appeals) monitors CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation processes utilized by an inmate or parolee to appeal any CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation decision, action, condition, omission, or policy which they can demonstrate as having a material adverse effect upon their welfare.

• The responsibilities of the OOAOffice of Appeals include:

  • Providing a fair and objective review of inmate and parolee appeals at the Secretary’s level.

  • Meeting with CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation administrators to review policy and procedure needs as revealed by inmate appeals.

  • Conducting audits of facility and parole appeals units.

• The Chief, OOAOffice of Appeals, may act for the Secretary in matters regarding inmate/parolee appeal issues, policies, and practices. As such the Chief, OOAOffice of Appeals, shall:

  • Provide authoritative expertise and guidance.

  • Oversee and monitor the Department’s conformity with regulations and operating procedures pertaining to or affecting appeals processes.

  • Ensure that the necessary training and assistance relative to the appeal system is provided to local appeals coordinators and appropriately delegated staff.