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 4 - General Institution Regulations
Article 1 - Public Information and Community Relations
Section 3260 - Public Access to Facilities and Programs

Correctional facilities and programs are operated at public expense for the protection of society. The public has a right and a duty to know how such facilities and programs are being conducted. It is the policy of the department to make known to the public, through the news media, through contact with public groups and individuals, and by making its public records available for review by interested persons, all relevant information pertaining to operations of the department and facilities. However, due consideration will be given to all factors which might threaten the safety of the facility in any way, or unnecessarily intrude upon the personal privacy of incarcerated persons and staff. The public must be given a true and accurate picture of department institutions and parole operations.

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

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