Md. Code Regs. 12.12.19.01

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

Section 12.12.19.01 - Definitions

A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

B. Terms Defined.

(1) "Emergency situation" means those situations in which the unit chairman or designee determines that:

(a) An immediate family member of the inmate is hospitalized for serious health reasons, or is in imminent danger of death; or

(b) A legal proceeding in which the inmate is a party is scheduled for a hearing, or has a court imposed deadline for filing legal papers within 1 week.

(2) "Immediate family" means a grandparent, parent, substitute parent, brother, sister, wife, son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter. If a relationship other than those specified is involved, a determination of eligibility for telephone use may be made on a therapeutic evaluation of the relationship between the inmate and the relative.

(3) "Inmate" means an eligible person, as defined in COMAR 12.12.01.03B(9).

Md. Code Regs. 12.12.19.01