California Code of Regulations
Title 15 - Crime Prevention and Corrections
Division 3 - Adult Institutions, Programs and Parole
Chapter 1 - Rules and Regulations of Adult Operations and Programs
Article 4 - Food Services
Section 3050 - Regular Meals

Universal Citation: 15 CA Code of Regs 3050

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

(a) Each incarcerated person shall be provided a wholesome, nutritionally balanced diet. Nutrition levels shall meet the Recommended Dietary Allowances and Dietary Reference Intakes as established by the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine, National Academy of Science.

(1) Incarcerated persons confined in segregated housing shall be served food representative of that being served to general population incarcerated persons. Food shall not be withheld nor standard menu varied as a disciplinary sanction for any incarcerated person.

(2) Incarcerated persons shall be provided three meals each day, two of which shall be served hot. Variations to the two hot meals per day requirement may be allowed to accommodate religious observances, religious meal programs, and institution emergencies. The breakfast meal shall be served not more than 14 hours following the previous day's evening meal.

(3) Pregnant incarcerated persons shall receive two extra eight ounce cartons of milk or a calcium supplement if lactose intolerant, two extra servings of fresh fruit, and two extra servings of fresh vegetables daily. A physician may order additional nutrients as necessary.

(b) Facility menus shall be prepared at least one week in advance and posted in locations accessible to all general population incarcerated persons. Incarcerated persons in segregation housing shall, upon request, be provided a weekly menu.

Note: Authority cited: Section 5058, Penal Code. Reference: Sections 2084 and 5054, Penal Code.

Note: Authority cited; Section 5058, Penal Code. Reference: Sections 2084 and 5054, Penal Code.

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