Md. Code Regs. 12.12.10.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 12.12.10.03 - Escape Retake Warrant Procedures

A. When it has been confirmed that an inmate has escaped, the Director shall ensure that an escape retake warrant is issued. The Director shall ensure that the original warrant is mailed, using first class mail, and that a copy of the warrant is hand delivered, to the Maryland State Police, Waterloo Barracks.

B. The Director shall ensure that the following documents accompany the original escape warrant to the Maryland State Police Headquarters, Warrant Unit:

(1) Original copy of waiver of extradition;

(2) Copy of inmate escape work sheet; and

(3) Other documents as requested by the Maryland State Police.

C. If the mailing of the original escape retake warrant is delayed for more than 24 hours, the Director shall ensure that the documents listed in §B of this regulation are mailed to the Maryland State Police Headquarters, Warrant Unit.

D. The following persons are authorized to issue an escape retake warrant:

(1) Director;

(2) Warden;

(3) Assistant Warden; and

(4) Institution shift commander.

E. Retake Warrant Control Log.

(1) The Director shall establish procedures to maintain a control log, which shall include each escape retake warrant issued by the Institution.

(2) The control log shall include the following information:

(a) Escape retake warrant number;

(b) Date and time of issuance;

(c) Name and title of the authorized issuer;

(d) Name and Institution commitment number of the escapee;

(e) Date of the escape; and

(f) Date the escape retake warrant was mailed to the Maryland State Police Headquarters.

(3) The Director shall ensure that all retake warrant numbers are accounted for within the control log.

(4) The Director shall ensure that the control log is accessible to appropriate staff in the event of a police inquiry.

F. The Director shall ensure that the Institution is specified as the point of return, and that the Institution's telephone number is listed, on each escape retake warrant issued.

G. The Director shall ensure that copies of the escape retake warrant are distributed as follows:

(1) Inmate base file;

(2) Inmate commitment file; and

(3) Office of the State's Attorney for the jurisdiction from which the escape occurred.

Md. Code Regs. 12.12.10.03