New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Chapter 93 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION COMMITMENT PROGRAMS
Subchapter 11 - PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Section 13:93-11.6 - Discipline

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 13:93-11.6

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

(a) Each facility shall maintain a written behavior management program which is designed to foster a positive, non-punitive environment. The written program shall include behavioral-rules and disciplinary regulations and sanctions to be employed. Reasonable limits for behavior necessary to maintain order should be governed by a system of rules and regulations that is consistent and easily understood.

(b) Discipline shall be determined by staff and never delegated to juveniles.

(c) Corporal punishment and cruel, degrading punishment, either physical or psychological, shall not be permitted.

(d) Under no circumstances shall a juvenile be deprived of his or her basic rights as a means of a discipline. Basic rights for each juvenile include:

1. A place to sleep (for example, a bed, a pillow, blankets and sheets);

2. Full meals;

3. A full complement of clean clothes;

4. Parental or legal guardian and attorney visits;

5. Items necessary for personal hygiene (for example, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, comb, etc.);

6. Minimum exercise;

7. Right to receive and send mail;

8. The opportunity for a daily shower and access to toilet and water fountain;

9. Clean and sanitary living conditions;

10. Medical care;

11. The opportunity to attend religious services and/or religious counseling of his or her choice.

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