Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 6 – Adult Classification

Article 5 – Classification Process

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62010.8.3 Initial Classification Committee

  • Each institution shall establish an initial classification committee to review and initiate a suitable program for each inmate within 14 days after arrival at the institution.

    • Composition

      • Initial classification committees shall consist of:

        • Captain (chairperson).

        • CCCorrectional Counselor-III or captain (alternate chairperson).

        • CCCorrectional Counselor-II or CCCorrectional Counselor-I (committee recorder).

        • Assignment lieutenant.

        • Educational or vocational program representative.

        • Other staff as required.

    • Functions

      • Initial classification committees shall:

        • Initiate an educational, vocational training, or work program and privilege group designation.

        • Evaluate case factors and assist the inmate to understand institution expectations, available programs, and resources.

        • Designate the degree of custody necessary to control the inmate.

        • Refer complex cases to the ICCInstitution Classification Committee.

        • Recommend transfer of a new arrival determined to be inappropriately placed.

        • Grant worktime credits to which the inmate is entitled while in transit.