Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 95-3-35 - Classification35.1. General. Written policy and procedure shall provide for inmate classification in terms of level of custody required, and housing assignments. They shall be reviewed at least annually and updated if necessary.35.2. Criteria and Appeal. The inmate classification plan shall specify criteria and procedures for determining and changing the status of an inmate.35.3. Categories. The facility shall, at a minimum, provide for the separate management of the following categories of inmates;35.3.a. Female and male inmates;35.3.b. Inmates with special problems (alcoholics, narcotics addicts, mentally disturbed persons, physically handicapped persons, persons with communicable diseases, etc.); and35.4. Juveniles. Juveniles, who are subjected to trial as adults; shall be separated by sight and sound from adult inmates, although they may be in the same facility structure. Juveniles who are not subjected to trial as adults are not housed in the facility. The procedures as outlined in West Virginia Code, 49-5-16 and 49-5-16a shall be followed.35.5. Discrimination. Segregation of inmates by race, color, creed or national origin shall be prohibited.