California Code of Regulations
Title 15 - Crime Prevention and Corrections
Division 1 - Board of State and Community Corrections
Chapter 1 - Board of State and Community Corrections
Subchapter 4 - Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities
Article 6 - Programs and Services
Section 1067 - Access to Telephone

The facility administrator shall develop written policies and procedures which allow access to a telephone or communication device beyond those telephone calls which are required by Section 851.5 of the Penal Code. Individuals who are known to have, or are perceived by others as having hearing or speech impairments shall be provided access to the appropriate telecommunication device which will facilitate communication. Such devices may include but are not limited to videophones, teletypewriters, or third-party communications assistance. An individual's access to telephone communications shall not be withdrawn unless doing so is required to uphold the safety and security of the facility.

1. Editorial correction of NOTE filed 9-30-82 (Register 82, No. 40).
2. Change without regulatory effect (Register 86, No. 32).
3. Amendment filed 8-4-94; operative 9-5-94 (Register 94, No. 31).
4. Amendment section filed 11-17-2022; operative 1-1-2023 (Register 2022, No. 46).

Note: Authority cited: Section 6030, Penal Code. Reference: Section 6030, Penal Code.