Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Corrections
Chapter DOC 326 - Leave For Qualified Inmates
Section DOC 326.04 - Eligibility for leave application

Current through August 26, 2024

To be eligible to apply for a leave, an inmate shall meet the following requirements:

(1) The inmate shall be housed in a minimum security facility as described in s. DOC 302.10, including contract facilities, and the inmate shall have a community custody status as defined in s. DOC 302.09(4).

(2) The inmate shall be able to demonstrate one of the following needs:

(a) To visit a close family member who is seriously ill.

(b) To attend the funeral of a close family member.

(c) To contact a legitimate, verified potential employer through a prearranged interview.

(d) To screen for or diagnose or treat an injury, illness or disease, as pre-approved by the bureau of health services.

(e) To visit a close family member to facilitate family reintegration and stability.

(3) The inmate shall not be confined, nor have a criminal conviction for a violent offense or a history of assaultive behavior.

(4) The inmate shall not be confined, nor have a criminal conviction for escape.

(5) The proposed leave is restricted to the state of Wisconsin.

(6) The proposed leave shall only be for a period of time necessary for the purpose of the leave, but no inmate may be granted a total of more than 3 leaves per calendar year and no leave may exceed 3 days exclusive of travel time unless an extension is granted, for cause, by the warden or superintendent.

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