Perf-Based Stds, Adult Corr. Inst. 5th ed March 2021

Part 5: Institutional Services

Personal Property 5-ACI-5A-06 (Ref. 4-4292)

Written policy and procedure govern the control of personal property and funds belonging to inmates and are made available to inmates upon admission and when updated.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Intake records.

5-ACI-5A-07 (Ref. 4-4293)

Written policy, procedure, and practice specify the personal property inmates can retain in their possession.

Comment : Policy should allow inmates to keep personal property items that do not threaten institutional order, safety, or security.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : List of approved personal property items. Inmate interviews.

5-ACI-5A-08 (Ref. 4-4294)

Written policy and procedure govern the control and safeguarding of inmate personal property. Personal property retained at the institution is itemized in a written list that is kept in the permanent case file; the inmate receives a current copy of this list. Comment : All personal property retained at the institution should be accurately inventoried and securely stored. The inventory list should be signed by the inmate and a receipt given to the inmate for all funds and possessions stored. The property should be available if required by the inmate and should be returned at the time of release, with a receipt signed by the inmate acknowledging return of the property.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Property logs. Inmate acknowledgement form.

138 Adult Correctional Institutions, Fifth Edition