Illinois Administrative Code
Title 20 - CORRECTIONS, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Part 701 - COUNTY JAIL STANDARDS
Section 701.100 - Clothing, Personal Hygiene, Grooming

Universal Citation: 20 IL Admin Code ยง 701.100

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 38, September 20, 2024

a) Cleanliness

1) Mechanical washing and drying equipment and cleaning agents must be provided when detainees are required to supply and wear personal clothing.

2) When clothing is provided by the jail, clean clothing shall be issued at least twice weekly.

b) Grooming and Personal Hygiene

1) Detainees without funds shall be provided necessary equipment and articles to maintain proper grooming and hygiene, when requested by the detainee.

2) Bathing or showering shall be allowed three times weekly, except as amended by medical advice in individual cases.

3) Absent safety and security concerns:
A) Detained males shall be permitted to shave daily. Shaving equipment and shaving soap shall be made available. Safety razors shall not be shared among detainees. Battery powered or rechargeable personal grooming devices with razor heads may be used; however, the razor head must be sanitized after each use.

B) Detained females shall be provided with shaving supplies appropriate for personal hygiene needs.

4) Barber and beautician services shall be made accessible but must not violate required security measures.

5) Female detainees shall be provided articles for feminine hygiene.

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