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 3261.3 - Notifying Media of Escapes

Universal Citation: 15 CA Code of Regs 3261.3

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

(a) In the event of an actual or suspected escape, the facility or regional public information officer, or off-duty hours designee, shall notify radio and television stations and newspapers in the surrounding communities and the missing incarcerated person's home community.

(1) The missing incarcerated person's physical description, estimated time of disappearance and other pertinent details shall be provided.

(2) The media shall be informed of the facility's search efforts and cooperation with local law enforcement agencies.

(b) When available, the missing incarcerated person's identification photograph or short escape bulletin shall be furnished to the notified television stations and newspapers.

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

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