Chapter 6 – Adult Classification

62070.10.1 Conditions for Release/Retention in Custody

• Inmates that have scheduled release dates and are to be released to a “Hold” lodged by a law enforcement or other agency may be:

  • Released to the agency lodging the detainer within five days, or five court days, if the law enforcement agency lodging the detainer is more than 400 miles from the county in which the institution is located, prior to the scheduled release date, provided the inmate remains in custody until the scheduled release date.

  • Retained in custody of the Department up to five days, or five court days, if the law enforcement agency lodging the detainer is more than 400 miles from the county in which the institution is located, after the scheduled release date to facilitate pickup by the agency lodging the detainer.