Chapter 6 – Adult Classification

61040.8.3 Reasons for Recommendation

• Provide in sufficient manner the salient factors contributing to the recommendation. Avoid listing information in the case summary, except when it contributes significantly to the recommendation. Make certain that any specific questions or requests from the referring court are fully answered. If the study suggests solutions beyond the scope of the court’s expressed concern, the judge should be contacted and the matter discussed with them for clarification prior to the preparation of the written report. These summary reports shall be dated and signed by the reception center AWAssociate Warden. Should the recommendation involve a difference of opinion among the staff, this shall be indicated in the letter as well as the procedure by which the difference of opinion was resolved.