Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 12 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Subtitle 14 - COMMISSION ON CORRECTIONAL STANDARDS
Chapter 12.14.03 - Minimum Standards for Adult Detention Centers
Section 12.14.03.08 - Standards-Hearings
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 12.14.03.08
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
The managing official of a correctional facility is responsible for the following:
A. A written policy and procedure governing a formal disciplinary hearing by an impartial individual or committee of individuals not directly involved in the incident, which include provisions for:
(1) Inmate receipt of a written description of the incident and a specification of the rule violation or violations within 96 hours of the alleged infraction;
(2) Inmate appearance at the disciplinary hearing:
(a) Within 9 days, excluding holidays and weekends, of the alleged infraction; and
(b) Not less than 24 hours after notification of charges, unless waived by the inmate;
(3) The inmate to be given an opportunity to request and question witnesses, to have staff representatives, to make statements on the inmate's behalf, and to present documentary evidence;
(4) A record of hearing decisions and rationale;
(5) Review by the managing official or designee of hearing decisions adverse to the inmate;
(6) An appeal process; and
(7) A report of all hearing decisions to the managing official or designee; and
B. A written policy and procedure ensuring that individuals having direct contact with inmates are informed of the facility rules and regulations and disciplinary procedures.
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