Md. Code Regs. 12.02.15.05

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024
Section 12.02.15.05 - Notification of Return from Escape
A. When an escapee is returned to the custody of the Division, the Commissioner shall ensure that the warden of the institution receiving the returned escapee prepares a letter notifying the Maryland State Police of the return from escape, with copies provided to the:
(1) Local law enforcement agency;
(2) FBI;
(3) Commissioner; and
(4) Baltimore City fugitive squad.
B. The notification of return from escape may be completed on a monthly basis. The Commissioner shall ensure that each warden ensures that the notification of return from escape includes the following:
(1) Name of returned escapee;
(2) Division commitment number;
(3) Date of escaped inmate's return to the custody of the Division; and
(4) Escape retake warrant number.
C. The Commissioner shall ensure that each warden sends copies of the notification of return from escape to the following:
(1) Local law enforcement agency;
(2) FBI;
(3) Commissioner;
(4) Baltimore City fugitive squad; and
(5) The crime victim who shall be notified of an inmate's escape under Regulation .03 of this chapter.
D. The Commissioner shall ensure that the warden of the institution of return prepares appropriate information for the State's Attorney's Office regarding an inmate's return from escape, and forwards it by cover letter to the State's Attorney. The Commissioner shall ensure that each warden establishes procedures to ensure that a copy of the letter sent to the State's Attorney is also sent to the Division assistant commissioner for field services.
E. The Commissioner shall ensure that a warden places a copy of an escape retake warrant in an inmate's commitment file.

Md. Code Regs. 12.02.15.05