N.J. Admin. Code § 13:95-7.6

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

Section 13:95-7.6 - Procedures for Behavior Accountability Unit Review Committee (BAURC) case reviews

(a) When a juvenile appears before the BAURC, the Chairperson shall explain to the juvenile the reason(s) for his or her appearance, the nature of the case review and the particular areas of BAURC concern.

(b) During the case review with the juvenile, the BAURC shall give guidance to the juvenile with respect to the rules and policies of the secure facility.

(c) Prior to rendering a decision to maintain a juvenile in the Behavior Accountability Unit (BAU), the BAURC shall consider alternatives to BAU placement as a means of addressing the secure facility's concerns related to the juvenile. These alternatives shall include, but not be limited to, transfer to another secure facility, reduction in privileges or transfer to another housing unit in general population.

(d) When the BAURC notes a particular treatment or rehabilitative need that can be met by existing services, and the juvenile indicates a willingness to participate in such services, the BAURC shall make the appropriate referral.

(e) Records shall be maintained by the BAURC supporting and documenting each assignment of a juvenile to or removal from the BAU.

1. Copies of all such records and classification reviews shall be maintained in the juvenile's main classification folder and treatment folder.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:95-7.6