N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:16-6.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 10A:16-6.1 - Care of pregnant inmates

(a) The Department of Corrections shall provide a pregnant inmate with medical and social services, which shall include:

1. Prenatal medical evaluation and care;

2. Nutritional supplements and diet as prescribed by the physician;

3. Counseling regarding:

i. Family planning;

ii. Birth control;

iii. Test results;

iv. Termination of pregnancy;

v. Child placement services;

vi. Religious counseling, if desired by the inmate; and

4. Appropriate postpartum care.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:16-6.1

Amended by R.2005 d.179, effective 6/6/2005.
See: 37 New Jersey Register 188(a), 37 New Jersey Register 2020(b).
In (a), rewrote 1.