N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 7 § 220.8

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 25, June 18, 2024

Section 220.8 - Termination of visit

(a) An orderly, humane and dignified procedure for the departure of families and for the return of incarcerated individuals to the facility is expected at the cessation of all visits. The initial time and closing time for visitation should be clearly understood by incarcerated individuals and family participants. It is the responsibility of the officer in charge to notify all visiting families one hour before the time of the visit's termination via telephone.

(b) Normal termination. It is the responsibility of the family and incarcerated individual participant to abide by the rules and regulations governing the termination of the visit.

(c) Unusual termination. A visit may be terminated before the designated time upon the request of the participants. It may also be terminated by the judgment of the FRP ORC with the officer of the day (for example, if there is a family disturbance or a weather emergency). The visit will be terminated immediately if any participants are found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

(d) Emergency termination. Illness, deaths, immediate family problems, or a facility emergency.

(e) Visitation denial. Family can be denied entrance if found in the possession of drugs, alcohol , dangerous and lethal weapons , or any other contraband .

(f) In all cases , thorough documentation is required with an unusual incident report filed with local institution, family reunion office, and director of ministerial, family and volunteer services .

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 7 § 220.8

Amended and Renumbered to 220.9 New York State Register August 4, 2021/Volume XLIII, Issue 31, eff. 8/4/2021