N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9 § 7342.5

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 53, December 31, 2024

Section 7342.5 - Security and supervision requirements

(a) Youth shall be under the constant supervision of the sheriff's officers during an absence from a facility due to a deathbed or funeral visit. The sheriff, or sheriff's designee, shall determine:

(1) the appropriate number of officers assigned to accompany the youth on the visit, at least one of which shall be the same gender as the youth;

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

(3) the procedures for the use of restraint equipment;

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

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

(6) any other special instructions concerning the visit.

(b) Prior to the deathbed or funeral visit, officers assigned to supervise such visit shall be thoroughly briefed concerning security measures and special instructions, and given all pertinent information regarding the family and circumstances surrounding the visit so that officers may employ good judgment in conducting the visit.

(c) Prior to the deathbed or funeral visit, the youth shall be thoroughly instructed regarding conduct, rules, and restrictions during the visit, and advised on the use of restraints.

(d) Officers shall escort a youth only to destinations approved by the sheriff, or sheriff's designee, during the visit.

(e) Youth shall not be permitted to accept any food, beverages, gifts, or money from family, friends, or other members of the public during a deathbed or funeral visit.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 § 7342.5

Adopted New York State Register September 26, 2018/Volume XL, Issue 39, eff. 9/26/2018