W. Va. Code R. § 94-6-4

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 25, June 21, 2024
Section 94-6-4 - Eligibility for Furlough Consideration
4.1. Eligibility for furloughs shall include:
4.1.1. This rule is applicable to inmates whose overall custody classification is minimum, and who in the opinion of the Chief of Operations or designee classifies as minimal risk to the general public.
4.1.2. An inmate must serve at least thirty (30) days in the Regional Jail and have no findings of misconduct during the preceding six (6) months.
4.1.3. For inmates sentenced to the Division of Corrections, they must comply with the Division of Corrections policies, procedures and agreement with the Authority. The Commissioner of the Division of Corrections or designee must first grant the authority and consent, and make necessary provisions for a furlough.
4.2. The Chief of Operations or designee may grant escorted or unescorted furloughs when appropriate for funeral or deathbed visitation.
4.3. Furlough for inmates requires the specific approval of the Administrator or his/her designee.
4.4. An inmate may not be granted a furlough if the Chief of Operations or his or her designee believe that he or she poses a threat to him or herself or others, he or she may become involved in criminal activity while on furlough, he or she poses a risk to the victim of the crime or crimes for which committed or he or she poses a risk to the community in general.

W. Va. Code R. § 94-6-4