Chapter 2 – Fiscal Management

22070.4 Stolen Personal Tools and Equipment

• CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is authorized to reimburse the cost of replacing a personal tool or piece of equipment equipment that was stolen from an employee’s work site if all three of the following requirements are met:

  • The stolen personal tool or piece of equipment was required in the employee’s work;

  • The item was authorized by the written approval of the employee’s immediate supervisor prior to the loss;

  • Contributory negligence of the employee did not exist.

• Claims involving stolen property valued in excess of $500 must also be approved by CalHRCalifornia Department of Human Resources (formerly DPA and SPB). In the event an employee’s personal tool or equipment is stolen, the California Highway Patrol (CHPCalifornia Highway Patrol) must be notified and a copy of the theft report must accompany the claim.