103 Mass. Reg. 485.01
103 CMR 485.00 establishes rules and regulations for the overall management of volunteer services within the Department of Correction (Department). The Department recognizes that volunteers perform an integral role in facilitating an offender's reentry by providing a wide range of programming and services designed to reduce recidivism. Volunteer services augment existing Department programs and assist in the establishment and maintenance of community ties.
103 CMR 485.00 provides guidelines to state correctional institutions for inmate access to volunteers and volunteer programs, and reflects the Department's obligation to maintain security, safety and order in all state correctional facilities. Additionally, 103 CMR 485.00 provides guidelines for volunteers and volunteer programs.
103 CMR 485.01