Or. Admin. R. 291-143-0005

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 6, June 1, 2024

Section 291-143-0005 - Authority, Purpose, and Policy

(1) Authority: The authority for this rule is granted to the Director of the Department of Corrections in accordance with ORS 179.040, 423.020, 423.030, and 423.075.

(2) Purpose: To establish department policy and procedures regarding inmate religious exercise and activities, and religious programming in Department of Corrections facilities.

(3) Policy: Within the inherent limitations of resources and the need for facility security, safety, health and order, the department intends to:

(a) Offer inmates the opportunity to exercise their religion and integrate their religious faith into their life experience during their incarceration from intake through release and re-entry into the community;

(b) Provide for the orderly management and supervision of inmate religious activities through the use of chaplains, approved volunteers, and other department staff;

(c) Seek methods to encourage and foster understanding and respect for the diversity of religious beliefs and practices of Department of Corrections inmates, volunteers, and staff; and

(d) Ensure that departmental practices with regard to religious programming are consistent with relevant provisions of the state and federal constitutions, statutes, and regulations.

Or. Admin. R. 291-143-0005

CD 28-1978, f. 9-13-78, ef. 9-15-78; CD 19-1981(Temp), f. & ef. 6-30-81; CD 47-1981, f. & ef. 10-30-81; CD 20-1985, f. & ef. 8-2-85; CD 2-1987, f. & ef. 1-5-87; CD 19-1992, f. 8-12-92, cert. ef. 8-20-92; CD 17-1995, f. 8-30-95, cert. ef. 9-11-95; DOC 16-2017, amend filed 11/01/2017, effective 11/1/2017

Statutory/Other Authority: 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 & 423.075

Statutes/Other Implemented: 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 & 423.075