Code of Massachusetts Regulations
103 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
Title 103 CMR 431.00 - Observation Of Behavior Reports
Section 431.08 - Restrictions Prior to Hearing
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Where necessary to maintain the good order of the institution or to protect the safety of residents or staff, the resident may be restricted pursuant to the provision of 103 CMR 431.08, either pending investigation of an incident or after the issuance of an O.B.R.
(2) Placement of the resident in the Minimum Privilege Unit pending investigation shall be in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts Treatment Center 423.08(2)(b) and prior to a B.R.C hearing shall be in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts Treatment Center 423.08(2)(a).
(3) The Shift Commander may authorize placing a resident on restriction (room, unit, program, etc.) pending investigation or after the issuance of an O.B.R. Any restrictions imposed on the resident shall be noted on the O.B.R., or if pending investigation, upon an incident report. The Superintendent or designee will review daily each resident so restricted and remove or modify such restrictions as appropriate.