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
Subchapter 2 - Incarcerated Person Resources
Article 6 - Legal Documents
Section 3163 - Assisting Other Incarcerated Persons

One incarcerated person may assist another in the preparation of legal documents, but shall not receive any form of compensation from the incarcerated person assisted. Legal papers, books, opinions and forms being used by one incarcerated person to assist another may be in the possession of either incarcerated person with the permission of the owner. All papers must be returned to the respective owners when either incarcerated person is transferred to another institution or when other administrative action prevents direct communications between the incarcerated persons. An incarcerated person may be barred from giving legal assistance to other incarcerated persons when violations of regulations and established procedures relate directly to such activities. An incarcerated person will not be barred from giving or receiving legal assistance for violations of regulations and procedures which are unrelated to providing or receiving legal assistance. However, no otherwise prohibited contacts or access to prohibited areas will be permitted because of this regulation.

Note: Authority cited: Section 5058, Penal Code. Reference: Johnson v. Avery, 89 S. Ct. 747 (1969).

Note: Authority cited: Section 5058, Penal Code. Reference: Johnson v. Avery, 89 S. Ct. 747 (1969).