Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

54055.6 Receiving and Release Responsibility for Determining Integrated Housing Eligibility

• Inmates arriving in Receiving and Release at an institution will be interviewed by a custody supervisor in accordance with the established process for intake. The interview process will elicit initial information about the inmate that will be used, in conjunction with any known case factors, to determine the inmate’s housing eligibility. Staff will also consider other available information that would indicate or present an immediate risk or safety concern for the inmate, such as, but not limited to:

  • Security issues including ASU placement.

  • SHUSecurity Housing Unit.

  • Request for Protective Custody.

  • Prison gang or disruptive group affiliation or association.

  • Medical or mental health issues.

  • Length of term.

  • Height, weight, and age.

• Receiving and Release supervisors shall use the information provided during the interview with all available information and documentation to determine the inmate’s eligibility for an integrated housing assignment.