Chapter 6 – Adult Classification

62010.10.4 Referral Criteria

• Cases shall be referred for DRBDepartmental Review Board decision when:

  • The Warden/RPARegional Parole Administrator appeals an action of the Chief, Classification Services.

  • A test case is needed to clarify the application of policy.

  • Differences between BPT program placement order and departmental policies or procedures cannot be resolved.

  • An out-of-state or federal prison placement is recommended.

  • Meritorious credit is recommended to reduce an inmate’s period of confinement pursuant to PCPenal Code 2935.

  • Current placement is by prior DRBDepartmental Review Board action and continuing DRBDepartmental Review Board responsibility for the case has not been waived.

  • A headquarters level decision for placement is required because of an unusual threat to safety or public interest, i.e., commuted death row cases.