Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 8 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 1 – Release Procedures and Conditions of Parole

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81010.17.1 California Offender Refusal to Sign Notice and Conditions of Parole Procedures

  • Parole Agent

    • Interviews offenders to determine why they refuse to sign.

    • Attempts to resolve any dispute.

    • If the offender continues to refuse to sign the NOC and SCOP, the parole agent shall advise the offender that the conditions are imposed regardless of signature. 

    • The parole agent shall write “REFUSED TO SIGN” in the offender’s signature box of the NOC and SCOP forms. 

    • Informs the unit supervisor of the refusal.

    • Documents in the automated ROS any reasonable accommodations and modifications provided, and effective communication methods used.