Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Corrections
Chapter DOC 302 - Inmate Classification, Sentence, and Release Provisions
Subchapter II - Inmate Classification
Section DOC 302.16 - Initial classification procedure

Universal Citation: WI Admin Code ยง DOC 302.16

Current through August 26, 2024

(1) An initial classification hearing shall be conducted after the inmate's admission to DAI to determine custody, institution placement, program need, and the date of the next reclassification hearing.

(2) The director may alter the scope, purpose, and duration of the initial classification process to meet security, resource, or bed needs of the department.

(3) The classification specialist shall ensure all of the following:

(a) Collection, investigation, and documentation of information necessary to evaluate risk and need factors under ss. DOC 302.11 and 302.13.

(b) Completion of department required risk and need instruments.

(c) The inmate has been informed of the reason for review.

(d) The inmate has been afforded an opportunity to provide information about custody, program need, or institution placement.

(e) The inmate has been advised of the recommendation regarding custody classification, program needs, institution placement and next reclassification hearing date.

(f) Production of a report that includes all of the following:
1. A reason for the inmate's absence if not present during the hearing

2. A reason for the hearing and the facts considered.

3. A summary of the information gathered through pars. (a), (b), and (d).

4. Documentation of information used to evaluate and support risk and need factors under ss. DOC 302.11 and 302.13.

5. A recommendation of custody, program needs, and institution placement.

6. A recommended date for a reclassification hearing not to exceed 12 months from the date of the initial classification hearing.

(4) The classification specialist may suspend the hearing to investigate any issue affecting custody classification, institution placement, or program need.

(5) If an inmate is unable to be physically present for an initial classification hearing, the department may utilize technology such as telephone, video, or other electronic devices to meet the requirements of this section.

(6) If the inmate disrupts or refuses to attend the hearing, the classification specialist may conduct the hearing without the inmate being present.

(7) The director shall review recommended custody, program needs and institution placement, make the final decision, and ensure a date for a reclassification hearing not to exceed 12 months from the date of the classification hearing.

(8) The department shall provide the inmate a written copy of the initial classification decision concerning custody, institutional placement, and date of next reclassification hearing.

(9) The inmate shall be advised of the factors upon which the classification is based unless the department determines that release of such information would threaten the security of the prison system.

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