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

Performance Standard 3A: Security and Control

De-escalation 5-ACI-3A-35 (Ref. 4-4206)

(MANDATORY)Written policy, procedure, and practice restrict the use of phys- ical force to instances of justifiable self-defense, protection of others, protection of property, prevention of escapes, and to maintain or regain control, and then only as a last resort and in accordance with appropriate statutory authority. In no event is physical force justifiable as punishment.A written report is prepared fol- lowing all use of physical force and is submitted to administrative staff for review.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Staff training curriculum.

Process Indicators : Facility records and logs. Training records. Incident reports.

5-ACI-3A-36

Deleted Jan. 2021

5-ACI-3A-37

Deleted Jan. 2021

5-ACI-3A-38

Deleted Jan. 2021

5-ACI-3A-39

Deleted Jan. 2021

5-ACI-3A-40

Deleted Jan. 2021

5-ACI-3A-41

Deleted Jan. 2021

Preservation of Physical Evidence 5-ACI-3A-42 (Ref. 4-4207)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide for the preservation, control, and disposition of all physical evidence obtained in connection with a violation of law and/or institutional regulation. At a minimum, the procedures shall address the following:

• chain of custody • evidence handling • location and storage requirements

Comment : Strict accountability of physical evidence collected in connection with a crime must be established to preserve the integrity of the disciplinary and/or legal process. Minor rule violations should be exempt from the procedural requirements of evidence control, preservation, and disposition.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Law and statutes.

Process Indicators : Documentation of chain of custody. Facility records and logs.

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