Code of Massachusetts Regulations
103 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
Title 103 CMR 943.00 - County Correctional Facilities - Inmate Rules And Discipline
Section 943.03 - Placement in Detention in Awaiting Action Status
Universal Citation: 103 MA Code of Regs 103.943
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) The plan shall include procedures which may authorize the placement of an inmate in detention in awaiting action status, for the safety of the inmate or the security of the facility, pending:
(a) a hearing on a disciplinary
offense;
(b) an investigation of a
possible offense; or
(c) a transfer
or a reclassification of the inmate to a higher custody status. the reasons for
such detention shall be documented in writing.
(2) The Sheriff/facility administrator or designee shall review the detention in awaiting action status within 72 hours to ensure it is for the safety of the inmate or the security of the facility and not for punitive reasons, and that no inmate remains in such status longer than necessary.
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