N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:3-5.6
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 9, May 6, 2024
Section 10A:3-5.6 - Pat search(a) A pat search shall be conducted while the inmate is fully clothed. A pat search includes both the touching of the inmate's body through clothing, including hair, dentures, etc., and a thorough examination into pockets, cuffs, seams, etc., and all personal property in the inmate's possession.(b) Pat searches of inmates may be conducted at any time in the following circumstances:1. Prior to the departure or return of the inmate to or from any area where the inmate has had access to dangerous or valuable items;2. Prior to entering or departing the visiting area; or3. Under any other circumstances where conditions indicate a need for such searches, such as, but not limited to, upon departure of inmates from kitchen or dining areas.(c) In addition to the foregoing routine searches, a pat search may be conducted at any time when there is a reasonable suspicion that the inmate is carrying contraband. Factors which may form the basis for such search may include, but not be limited to: 1. Personal observations of activities or conditions which may be interpreted in light of the custody staff member's experience and knowledge of the inmate as indicating the possession of contraband; or2. Information received from a third party who is believed to be reliable.(d) Pat searches may be conducted by either male or female custody staff members upon male inmates. Except in emergent circumstances, pat searches shall only be conducted by female custody staff members upon female inmates.N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:3-5.6
Amended by 48 N.J.R. 714(a), effective 5/2/2016