Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 6 – Adult Classification

Article 5 – Classification Process

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62010.7.2 Implementation

  • Each inmate shall be assigned the degree of custody that provides for their housing, assignment/activity and supervision needs.

  • Institution requirements may necessitate additional local designations, but shall conform to the Department’s requirements for each degree of custody used.

  • The senior custodial officer on duty may designate the initial custody for new arrivals and may temporarily increase an inmate’s custody at any time it becomes necessary to protect the security and good order of the institution. Such actions shall be reviewed and custody assigned by a classification committee at the next regular meeting.

  • Any reduction of an inmate’s custody shall be by classification committee action.