N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9 § 7051.6

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 45, November 2, 2024

Section 7051.6 - Security and supervision requirements

(a) Consistent with the requirements of section 7003.7(a) of this Title, an inmate shall be under constant supervision at all times during his/her absence from the facility due to a funeral or deathbed visit, unless such inmate is participating in a release program pursuant to Correction Law, articles 22-A and 27.

(b) Based on the factors to be considered pursuant to section 7051.5(c) of this Part, prior to any such visit the chief administrative officer shall determine and specify in writing the specific security measures and/or other special instructions to be followed during the visit.

(c) Such written determination shall include, but need not be limited to, the following information:

(1) the appropriate number of facility staff who will be assigned to accompany the inmate on the visit;

(2) the vehicle to be used and method of transportation;

(3) if restraint equipment is to be used, the type of equipment to be employed and procedures, if any, for removing restraints while the visit is taking place;

(4) special procedures which are necessary due to the medical condition or mental health of the inmate and the specific steps to be followed;

(5) the route to be followed and itinerary for the trip; and

(6) any other special instructions concerning the visit.

(d) Prior to the funeral or deathbed visit, facility staff assigned to supervise such visit shall be thoroughly briefed concerning such security measures and special instructions and shall be given all pertinent information regarding the family and circumstances surrounding the visit.

(e) Prior to the funeral or deathbed visit, the inmate shall be thoroughly instructed regarding forbidden conduct during the visit and, if appropriate, advised concerning the use of restraints.

(f) At least one facility staff member accompanying the inmate on a funeral or deathbed visit shall be the same sex as the inmate.

(g) Facility staff assigned to accompany an inmate on a funeral or deathbed visit shall adhere to security and supervision requirements regarding transportation of inmates as specified in Part 7003 of this Title.

(h) Facility staff shall only escort an inmate to destinations approved by the chief administrative officer for the trip.

(i) During a funeral or deathbed visit, no inmate shall be permitted to obtain food, beverages or any gifts, including money, from his/her family or any member of the public.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 § 7051.6