N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:31-22.2

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Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 8, April 15, 2024

Section 10A:31-22.2 - Classification and housing of inmates

(a) The classification and housing of inmates shall be based upon available space and either:

1. The objective classification scoring system; or

2. The reception classification system, which shall be based upon the following factors regarding the inmate:

i. Gender;

ii. Age;

iii. Size;

iv. Offense;

v. Previous incarcerations;

vi. Aggressive and passive/dependent behavior;

vii. Problems, such as, but not limited to, alcoholism and drug addiction(s);

viii. Physical illness;

ix. Mental status;

x. Confinement status, such as pretrial detainee or sentenced inmate; and

xi. Security needs.

(b) The classification of inmates in the categories in (a) above may be modified based on the direct observation and supervision of individual inmates, and in such instances each classification decision shall be fully documented.

(c) The classification of State prisoners housed in county correctional facilities remains the responsibility of the New Jersey Department of Corrections.

(d) Segregation of inmates by race, color, creed, or national origin shall be prohibited.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:31-22.2

Amended by 49 N.J.R. 3751(a), effective 12/4/2017