Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 291 - DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Division 34 - TRANSFERS (INMATE)
Section 291-034-0030 - General - Institutional Instruction

(1) When an inmate is transferred from one facility to another, the inmate's updated file, including health records, will be transferred to the receiving facility.

(2) Inmates must work with their counselors regarding transfers outside of those that meet basic operational needs of the department, e.g., work assignments, educational, or program needs. The counselor is responsible for ensuring the transfer is consistent with the inmate's case plan, and transfers have been approved by the appropriate stakeholders. Stakeholder approval must be reflected in the 1206 transfer request.

(3) While the department recognizes the importance of family and friends in the rehabilitation of inmates, the department is unable to grant transfer requests for the purpose of hardship or convenience. An inmate may request a temporary transfer for a supervised trip or emergency leave in accordance with the rules on Emergency Leaves and Supervised Trips (OAR 291-063).

(4) Every effort will be made to house an inmate near his/her releasing county within 6-12 months before the inmate's release date.

(5) Each facility shall designate staff responsible for review and approval of transfer requests. These requests will be entered into the 1206 transfer request screens for approval by the Office of Population Management.