Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 7 – Inmate Deaths, Serious Injury, or Illness Notification

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51070.5 Responsibility of Warden/Regional Parole Administrator (RPA)

  • The Warden/RPARegional Parole Administrator or their designees shall:

    • Effect all medical and legal requirements as soon as practicable.

    • Ensure that all necessary requirements for care and maintenance of remains and artificial appliances following death are accomplished in accordance with instructions dictated by the appropriate coroner’s office and this manual.