N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:31-8.22

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 11, June 3, 2024

Section 10A:31-8.22 - Reports

(a) The custody staff member shall immediately contact the shift commander and shall write a special report when the custody staff member participated in, or witnessed an incident in which:

1. A firearm was discharged outside of the firing range area;

2. A use of force resulted in death or serious bodily harm; and/or

3. An individual alleges that serious bodily harm has been inflicted.

(b) The report shall contain the following information:

1. A description of the incident including events leading up to the use of force;

2. The type of force used;

3. The reason(s) for employing force;

4. A list of all participants and witnesses to the incident;

5. A description of the injuries suffered, if any, and medical treatment given; and

6. Other relevant facts or comments about the incident or conduct of employees or inmates.

(c) All reports shall be provided to the Administrator and/or directors of custody operations and/or investigation unit in accordance with internal management procedures of the adult county correctional facility. The Administrator shall then report the incident to the governing body of the county or the County Board of Freeholders.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:31-8.22

New Rule, R.2006 d.59, effective 2/6/2006.
See: 37 N.J.R. 3201(a), 38 N.J.R. 995(a).