Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

54020.1 Policy

• The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) encourage inmates to develop and maintain healthy family and community relationships. It is a privilege for inmates to have personal contact visits while confined in CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation institutions and facilities. Visiting in CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation institutions and facilities shall be conducted in as accommodating a manner as possible in keeping with the need to maintain order, the safety of persons, the security of the institution/facility, and the requirements of prison activities and operations.

• Employees are to be alert, courteous, and professional in their dealings with inmates, inmate visitors, and members of the public. The employee shall maintain a helpful, but professional, attitude and demeanor.

• Except as is necessary to enforce standards of conduct, prevent the introduction of contraband, and ensure valid identification, visitor privacy shall not be imposed upon.

• Video-recording devices may be utilized in visiting areas, excluding family visiting units or confidential attorney consultation areas.

• Smoking is prohibited in all CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation facilities/institutions. All tobacco and tobacco products are prohibited.