Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 7 – Adult Case Records Information

Article 23 – CYA Wards

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76020.1 Policy

  • CYASee Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) wards may be accepted for placement in the Department pursuant to PCPenal Code 2037 and Welfare and Institution Code (s) (W&I) 1731.5 and 1755.5.

  • Inmates under the age of 21 years sentenced to the Department may be transferred to CYASee Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to serve their commitments pursuant to W&I 1731.5(c).

  • In cases other than “court ordered”, the director of CYASee Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) and/or The Director may require a “Director’s Agreement” prior to transfer of wards or inmates between departments.