BSCC
Mono SHRF County Jail (2025-2026 inspection cycle)
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September 9, 2025
Ingrid Braun, Sheriff-Coroner
Mono County Sheriff’s Department
49 Bryant Street
Bridgeport, CA 93517
2025-2026 COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION, PENAL CODE SECTION 6031,
WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 209, MONO COUNTY DETENTION
FACILITY
Dear Sheriff Braun:
The 2025-2026 Comprehensive Inspection of the Mono County Sheriff's Office has been
completed. A pre-inspection briefing was held on Friday, June 13, 2025, and the following
facility was inspected on Monday, August 4, 2025:
FACILITY NAME BSCC # FACILITY TYPE
Mono County Jail 3250 II
These inspections were conducted pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031 to determine
compliance with the Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities as outlined in Titles
15 and 24, California Code of Regulations.
In addition to inspection(s) by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC),
inspections are also required annually by the County Health Officer and biennially by the
State Fire Marshal or an authorized representative (Health and Safety Code Sections
101045 and 13146.1). The results of those inspections are considered a part of this report.
Referencing the Mono County Jail, all County Health Officer and Biennial State Fire
Marshal Inspections are up to date.
INSPECTION RESULTS
We identified no items of noncompliance with Title 15 or Title 24 Minimum Standards. For
detailed information, refer to the attached Procedures Checklist, Physical Plant
Evaluation, and Living Area Space Evaluation.
An Exit Briefing with your staff was held on Monday, August 4, 2025. BSCC staff
presented an inspection overview and discussed technical assistance and best practice
recommendations.
* * *
Please email me at rafael.gomez@bscc.ca.gov or call (916) 322-7539 if you have any
questions.
Ingrid Braun
Sheriff-Coroner
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Sincerely,
RAFAEL GOMEZ
RAFAEL GOMEZ
Field Representative
Facilities Standards and Operations Division
Enclosures
Cc: Presiding Judge, Mono County Superior Court*
Chair, Grand Jury, Mono County*
Chair, Board of Supervisors, Mono County*
County Administrator, Mono County*
Magdaleno Hernandez, Lieutenant, Mono County Sheriff’s Office
Chad Casanova, Sergeant, Mono County Sheriff’s Office
*Copies of the inspection are available upon request or online at www.bscc.ca.gov.
3250 Mono SHRF County Jail II CI LTR 25-26
TYPE II AND III FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3250
FACILITY NAME: Mono County Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sergeant Casanova
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Rafael Gomez DATE: 08/04/25
TITLE 15 SECTION P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1020 CORRECTIONS OFFICER CORE COURSE3 The BSCC Standards and Training for Corrections (STC)
division found the agency in compliance with applicable
(a) In addition to the provisions of California Penal Code Section regulations during the 23-24 compliance monitoring cycle.
831.5, all custodial personnel of a Type I, II, III, or IV facility shall
successfully complete the “Corrections Officer Core Course” as The Mono County Sheriff’s Office adheres to the Mono
described in Section 179 of Title 15, CCR, within one year from the County SO Custody Manual.
date of assignment.
(b) Custodial Personnel who have successfully completed the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy 305 Training
course of instruction required by Penal Code Section 832.3 shall also
successfully complete the “Corrections Officer Basic Academy The agency policy states, All correctional deputy, full- or
Supplemental Core Course” as described in Section 180 of Title 15, part-time, shall successfully complete the Adult Corrections
CCR, within one year from the date of assignment. Officer Core Course as described in 15 CCR 179 within one
year from the date of assignment (15 CCR 1020(a)).
1021 JAIL SUPERVISORY TRAINING
Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy 302 Training for
Prior to assuming supervisory duties, jail supervisors shall complete
Managers
the core training requirements pursuant to Section 1020, Corrections
Officer Core Course. In addition, supervisory personnel of any Type
The agency policy states, All supervisory personnel shall
I, II, III or IV jail shall also be required to complete either the STC
have completed core training as specified in the Training
Supervisory Course (as described in Section 181, Title 15, CCR) or
Policy, prior to assuming supervisory responsibilities (15
the POST supervisory course within one year from date of
CCR 1021).
assignment.
1023 JAIL MANAGEMENT TRAINING The agency policy states, All Jail Commanders and
supervisors (full- or part-time) are required to have 80 hours
Managerial personnel of any Type I, II, III or IV jail shall be required of management and supervision training as specified by the
to complete either the STC management course (as described in Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training
Section 182, Title 15, CCR) or the POST management course within (POST) or the Standards and Training for Corrections
one year from date of assignment. Program (STC) within the first year of their appointment.
1025 CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Supervisors and managers shall thereafter receive a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training annually related
With the exception of any year that a core training module is to facility management and supervision (15 CCR 1021; 15
successfully completed, all facility/system administrators, managers, CCR 1023; 15 CCR 1025).
supervisors, and custody personnel of a Type I, II, III, or IV facility
shall successfully complete the “annual required training” specified
in Section 184 of Title 15, CCR.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
3 For STC participating agencies, consistency with training sections 1020, 1021, 1023 & 1025 is annually assessed by the STC
Division. Unless otherwise indicated, the regulatory intent is for training to occur within one year from the date of assignment.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
201 Supervision of Incarcerated Persons
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation The agency policy states, There shall be, at
and operation of the programs and activities required by all times, sufficient staff designated to remain
these regulations. in the facility for the supervision and welfare
of incarcerated persons, to ensure the
implementation and operation of all programs
☒ ☐ ☐ and activities as required by Title 15 CCR
Minimum Jail Standards, and to respond to
emergencies when needed. Such staff must
not leave the facility while incarcerated
persons are present and should not be
assigned duties that could conflict with the
supervision of incarcerated persons (15 CCR
1027).
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
least one employee on duty at all times in a local 201 Supervision of Incarcerated Persons
detention facility or in the building which houses a local
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an
emergency.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
would conflict with the supervision and care of 201 Supervision of Incarcerated Persons
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
shall be at least one female employee who shall be 201 Supervision of Incarcerated Persons
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021. The agency policy states, When a person
from each gender is being held at this facility,
a minimum of one correctional deputy from
☒ ☐ ☐ each gender should be on-duty in the jail at
all times.
BSCC staff reviewed the agency's staffing
and determined that the agency is compliant
with this regulation.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator 201 Supervision of Incarcerated Persons
shall prepare and retain a staffing plan indicating the
personnel assigned in the facility and their duties. Such a The agency policy states, The Jail
staffing plan shall be reviewed by the Board staff at the Commander or the authorized designee shall
time of their biennial inspection. The results of such a be responsible for developing staffing plans
☒ ☐ ☐
review and recommendations shall be reported to the to comply with this policy. Records of staff
local jurisdiction having fiscal responsibility for the facility. deployment should be maintained in
accordance with established records
retention schedules (Penal Code § 4021; 15
CCR 1027).
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1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
504 Safety Checks
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that The agency policy states, The staff shall
include, but are not limited to, the following: adhere to the following procedures when
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well- conducting safety checks (15 CCR 1027; 15
being of individuals and shall be conducted at least CCR 1027.5):
hourly through direct visual observation of all people held (a)Safety checks shall be conducted at least
and housed in the facility. once every 60 minutes and more frequently if
necessary.
(b) Safety checks shall be conducted on an
irregular schedule (staggered) so that
incarcerated persons cannot predict when the
checks will occur.
(c) Safety checks shall be done by personal
observation of the correctional deputy and
shall be sufficient to determine whether the
incarcerated person is experiencing any
stress or trauma.
☒ ☐ ☐
(d) Cameras and monitors may supplement
the required visual observation safety checks,
but they shall not replace the need for direct
visual observation.
(e) Safety checks will be clearly documented
on permanent logs in accordance with the
department Daily Activity Logs and Shift
Reports Policy.
(f) Actual times of the checks and notations
should be recorded on the daily activity logs.
(g) Log entries shall never be made in
advance of the actual check. Log entries
made in this manner do not represent factual
information and are prohibited.
(h) Special management iincarcerated
persons shall be checked more frequently as
detailed in the Special Management
Incarcerated Persons Policy.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
between safety checks. 504 Safety Checks
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of safety
check documentation from October 2024
through May 2025. During the documentation
☒ ☐ ☐ review, BSCC staff determined that the
agency complied with this regulation. The
safety checks are documented with the
appropriate information, and safety checks
are consistently performed on time by
personnel.
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(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policies
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as 504 Safety Checks, 505 Special
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 Management Incarcerated Persons and 518
of these regulations. Safety and Sobering Cells
The agency policy states, A staff member
shall conduct a face-to-face safety check of
all special management incarcerated
persons, including those housed in
administrative separation or protective
custody, at least every 30 minutes on an
irregular schedule. Incarcerated persons who
are violent, have mental health problems, or
☒ ☐ ☐
demonstrate behavior that is easily identified
as out of the ordinary or bizarre in nature
should be personally observed by the staff
every 15 minutes on an irregular schedule.
Incarcerated persons who are at risk of
suicide shall be under continuous observation
until seen by a qualified health care
professional. Subsequent supervision
routines should be in accordance with orders
provided by the qualified health care
professional.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policies
intervals. 504 Safety Checks and 518 Safety and
Sobering Cells
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of safety
check documentation from October 2024
through May 2025. During the documentation
☒ ☐ ☐
review, BSCC staff determined that the
agency complied with this regulation. The
safety checks are documented with the
appropriate information, and safety checks
are consistently performed at random
intervals by personnel.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall 504 Safety Checks
include:
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety The agency policy states, All safety checks
check occurred; shall be documented. Documentation shall
include (15 CCR 1027.5):
(a)The actual time when each safety check
occurred.
☒ ☐ ☐ (b)The location where each safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory
number.
(c)Initials or member identification number of
staff who completed the safety check.
The agency safety check logs annotated the
areas, times, and persons conducting the
safety check.
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(2) the location where each individual safety check Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory 504 Safety Checks
☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
who completed the safety check(s). ☒ ☐ ☐ 504 Safety Checks
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or 504 Safety Checks
facility manager, including methods of mitigating patterns
of inconsistent documentation, or untimely completion of, The agency policy states, Safety check
safety checks. documentation shall be reviewed at regular,
defined intervals by the Jail Commander or
supervisor. The review shall include any
noted inconsistent documentation or any
☒ ☐ ☐
untimely completion of safety checks (15
CCR 1027.5).
Supervisors conduct regular audits using the
In-Custody System and RIMS Records and
Case Management System. Supervisors log
their reviews on the Supervisor Activity Log.
1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
402 Fire Safety
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the The agency policy states, Each shift will have
☒ ☐ ☐
training standards established by the Board for general at least one designated staff member who is
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)]. trained to maintain the facility's firefighting
equipment, including the SCBA.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety 402 Fire Safety
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
The agency policy states, While the staff is
not trained as fully qualified firefighters, the
☒ ☐ ☐ Jail Commander or the authorized designee
will ensure that the staff is trained to initially
respond to a fire with the purpose of
facilitating the safety of the occupants,
including evacuation, if necessary.
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(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
health authority, shall develop and implement policies 704 Emergency Health Care Services
and procedures consistent with the requirements of
Penal Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional The agency policy states, The Jail
officers certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Commander and the Responsible Physician
to begin CPR on a nonresponsive person without shall develop CPR procedures for
obtaining approval from supervisors or medical staff, correctional deputy consistent with the
when it is safe and appropriate to do so. provisions in 15 CCR 1028, including:
Acceptable CPR methods and application.
Requiring all correctional deputy to be CPR-
certified and to begin CPR on a
nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from a supervisors or medical staff
when it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Requiring correctional deputy to immediately
call for medical aid and administer CPR to
nonresponsive individuals unless CPR is
contraindicated by known medical conditions.
Instructing correctional deputy to use
☒ ☐ ☐
personal protective equipment (PPE) when
possible to minimize exposure to bodily fluids
and pathogens.
Instructing correctional deputy in situations
where imminent physical danger prevents the
safe administration of CPR, correctional
deputy shall initiate or resume CPR as soon
as the threat is resolved or the nonresponsive
individual is safely removed from danger,
provided medical assistance has not yet
arrived.
Continuing CPR, absent imminent physical
danger, until the nonresponsive person
shows signs of life, such as breathing or
movement, or until health care professionals
take over.
Deferring CPR to health care professionals or
alternative medical responders if they are
present when a person is nonresponsive.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application. ☒ ☐ ☐ 704 Emergency Health Care Services
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at 704 Emergency Health Care Services
☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive 704 Emergency Health Care Services
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer
☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible 704 Emergency Health Care Services
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne ☒ ☐ ☐
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
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(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they 704 Emergency Health Care Services
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely ☒ ☐ ☐
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the 704 Emergency Health Care Services
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or ☒ ☐ ☐
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
medical responders are present when a person is 704 Emergency Health Care Services
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall ☒ ☐ ☐
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL4 Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policies
102 Annual Review and Performance-Based
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a Goals and Objectives and 103 Custody
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be The Mono County Sheriff’s Department
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every Custody Manual was provided for BSCC staff
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all review. The last review and update were
employees. ☒ ☐ ☐ conducted on March 28, 2025.
Notes: The policies and procedures required in
subsections (a)(6) and (a)(7) may be placed in a separate The manual is available on the agency's
manual to ensure confidentiality. Subsections (c) and (d) website and in the jail lobby upon request.
do not apply and have been deleted.
On the day of the on-site inspection, sheriff’s
personnel were able to access policy and
procedure via the department intranet.
(a) The manual for Temporary Holding, Type I, II, and III Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
facilities shall provide for, but not be limited to, the 100 Organizational Structure and
following: Responsibility
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications. The agency policy states, The chain of
command of the Office begins with the
Sheriff, to whom all employees of the Office
are responsible.
To maintain continuity, order and
☒ ☐ ☐ effectiveness in the Office, a chain of
command has been established and should
be respected. All staff members should
adhere to the chain of command in all official
actions. However, nothing shall prohibit a
staff member from initiating immediate action
outside of the chain of command if it is
necessitated by a complaint of discrimination,
sexual harassment, gross malfeasance or a
violation of the law.
4 Procedures related to security and emergency response may be in a separate manual to ensure confidentiality by limiting
general access.
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(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
administrator/manager. 102 Annual Review
The agency policy states, The Mono County
Sheriff's Department shall strive to continually
improve the operation of its facilities to ensure
☒ ☐ ☐
they are safe, humane, and protect inmates'
constitutional and statutory rights. To this
end, the Office shall conduct an annual
review to evaluate its progress in meeting
stated goals and objectives.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
and federal legal requirements and includes 511 Use of Force
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds. The agency policy states, Correctional
Deputy of this department are not authorized
to use a carotid restraint hold. A carotid
restraint means a vascular neck restraint or
any similar restraint, hold, or other defensive
tactic in which pressure is applied to the sides
of a person's neck that involves a substantial
risk of restricting blood flow and may render
☒ ☐ ☐
the person unconscious in order to subdue or
control the person (Government Code §
7286.5; 15 CCR 1029).
Correctional Deputy of this department are
not authorized to use a choke hold. A choke
hold means any defensive tactic or force
option in which direct pressure is applied to a
person's trachea or windpipe (Government
Code § 7286.5; 15 CCR 1029).
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in 512 Use of Restraints
Penal Code Section 3407.
The agency policy states, Once pregnancy
has been confirmed, a pregnant incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
person should be advised of the policies and
procedures regarding the restraint of
pregnant persons (Penal Code § 3407; 15
CCR 1058.5).
(5) Procedure and criteria for screening newly Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
received persons for release. ☒ ☐ ☐ 728 Release Planning
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(6) Security and control including physical counts and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons, 106 Annual Facility Inspection
contraband control, and key control.
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually, The agency policy states, This department
review, evaluate, and make a record of security will use a formal annual inspection process of
measures. The review and evaluation shall include its facility to ensure that practices and
internal and external security measures of the facility operations are in compliance with statutes,
including security measures specific to prevention of regulations, policies and procedures and best
sexual abuse and sexual harassment. practice standards (15 CCR 1029(a)(2)).
☒ ☐ ☐
Inspections will be used to help identify the
need for new or revised policies and
procedures, administrative needs, funding
requirements, evaluation of service providers
and changes in laws and regulations.
The annual security review was conducted on
July 9, 2025.
(7) Emergency procedures include: Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by 400 Facility Emergencies
section 1032 of these regulations;
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander should develop, publish, and
review emergency response plans that
address the following (15 CCR 1029(a)):
(a)Fires
(b)Escapes
☒ ☐ ☐
(c)Disturbances/riots
(d)Taking of hostages
(e)Mass arrests
(f)Natural disasters
(g)Periodic testing of emergency equipment
(h)Storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
security devices
(i)Other emergencies as needs are identified
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of See section (7)
hostages; ☒ ☐ ☐
(C) mass arrests; See section (7)
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; See section (7)
☒ ☐ ☐
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; See section (7)
and, ☒ ☐ ☐
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, See section (7)
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
505 Special Management Incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
Persons
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
and sexual harassment. ☒ ☐ ☐ 606 Prison Rape Elimination Act
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after 606 Prison Rape Elimination Act
☒ ☐ ☐
reporting any abuse.
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(12) Release policy, including release planning for Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
incarcerated persons. ☒ ☐ ☐ 728 Release Planning
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 606 Prison Rape Elimination Act
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated ☒ ☐ ☐
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
family, community members, and other interested 606 Prison Rape Elimination Act
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be
publicly posted at the facility.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
prevention program developed by the facility
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health
☒ ☐ ☐
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
personnel. 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
The agency policy states, All facility staff
members who are responsible for supervising
incarcerated persons shall receive initial and
annual training on suicide risk identification,
prevention, and intervention, to include, at
minimum (15 CCR 1030):
•The provisions of this policy.
•Identification of the warning signs and
indicators of potential suicide, including
training on suicide risk factors.
•Identification of the demographic and cultural
parameters of suicidal behavior, including
incidence and variations in precipitating
factors.
☒ ☐ ☐
•Responding to suicidal and depressed
incarcerated persons.
•Communication between corrections staff,
court staff, and health care personnel.
•Using referral procedures.
•Housing observation and suicide watch-level
procedures.
•Follow-up monitoring of incarcerated
persons who attempt suicide.
•Communication between members and
arresting/transporting correctional deputy.
•A plan for mental health consultation
following return from court as needed.
The last training was completed in May of
2025.
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(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
intake and prior to housing assignment. 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
The agency policy states, All incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
persons shall undergo medical and mental
health screening during the intake process
(15 CCR 1030).
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
situations, including placement in restrictive housing, 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification. The agency policy states, Special situations
may arise where a screening and intervention
☒ ☐ ☐ is appropriate for an incarcerated person
when the person is placed in restrictive
housing, following a hearing, and after a
transfer or change in classification (15 CCR
1030).
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff, 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide ☒ ☐ ☐
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
suicide that balance safety and environment. The least 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
restrictive environment should be considered.
The agency policy states, Staff members
shall promptly refer any incarcerated person
who is at risk for suicide to classification,
☒ ☐ ☐ health services, and mental health services.
The incarcerated person shall remain under
direct and constant observation in a safe
setting until designated staff makes
appropriate health care and housing
decisions (15 CCR 1030).
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
procedures. ☒ ☐ ☐ 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
attempts. 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
The agency policy states, All suicides or
☒ ☐ ☐ attempted suicides shall be documented in an
incident report. Any injury must be
documented in an incarcerated person injury
report (15 CCR 1030).
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
attempted suicides as defined by the facility 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
administrator, including the development of a corrective
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the The agency policy states, Any suicide attempt
administrative review. or death of an incarcerated person or on-site
staff member requires a staff debriefing.
Information will be communicated to the
☒ ☐ ☐
oncoming Supervisor and staff to apprise
them of the incident and the actions taken
with regard to the incident. Such debriefing
will be appropriately documented and shall be
reviewed by administration, security, and the
Responsible Physician.
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(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
The agency policy states, Qualified health
care professionals should evaluate any
incarcerated person placed in suicide watch
within 24 hours of placement or at the next
available physician's visit, whichever is
☒ ☐ ☐
earliest. After evaluation, qualified health care
professionals should make a
recommendation whether to keep the
incarcerated person on suicide watch. Only a
qualified health care professional may
remove an incarcerated person from suicide
watch.
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
from court as determined by the mental health director. ☒ ☐ ☐ 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
402 Fire Safety
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department The agency policy states, Pursuant to Penal
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire Code § 6031.1, the Jail Commander shall, in
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression cooperation with the local fire department or
which shall include, but not be limited to: other qualified entity, develop a plan for
responding to a fire. The plan shall include but
is not limited to (15 CCR 1032):
(a)A fire suppression pre-plan by the local fire
department, to be included as part of this
policy.
(b)Fire prevention, safety inspection plans,
and record retention schedules developed by
designated staff or as required by applicable
law.
☒ ☐ ☐ (c)Fire prevention inspections as required by
Health and Safety Code § 13146.1(a) and (b),
which requires inspections at least once
every two years.
(d)Documentation of all fire prevention
inspections, all orders to correct, and all
proofs of correction should be maintained for
a minimum of two years or as otherwise
required by law.
(e)An evacuation plan (see the Evacuation
Policy).
(f)A plan for the emergency housing of
incarcerated persons in case of fire.
(g)A plan for the cross-training of responders
and facility staff via drills, which should occur
at least quarterly, if practicable.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
fire department to be included as part of the policy and 402 Fire Safety
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of ☒ ☐ ☐
Regulations Section 1029); Review completed on July 14, 2025.
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
with two-year retention of the inspection record; 402 Fire Safety
☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC personnel determined the agency is
compliant with this regulation after a review of
sampling documents.
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(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires 402 Fire Safety
inspections at least once every two years;
☒ ☐ ☐
Local inspection was completed on July 9,
2025.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 402 Fire Safety
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
people in the case of fire. ☒ ☐ ☐ 402 Fire Safety
1040 POPULATION ACCOUNTING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
500 Population Management
Each facility administrator shall maintain a demographics
accounting system which reflects the monthly average The agency policy states, The Jail
daily population of sentenced and non-sentenced people Commander or the authorized designee is
by gender and juvenile status. responsible for ensuring that detailed daily
reports of the facility's incarcerated person
population are completed and maintained by
the staff. The reports shall reflect the average
daily population of sentenced and non-
sentenced incarcerated persons by
☒ ☐ ☐
categories of gender and juvenile status. The
Jail Commander should collect and submit
the data to the Sheriff in a monthly report
within 10 working days of the end of each
month. The Sheriff or the authorized
designee should maintain the data in an
accessible format for historical purposes and
trend analysis and to respond to funding
opportunities (see the Crowding Policy) (15
CCR 1040).
Facility administrators shall provide the Board with Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
applicable demographic information as described in the 500 Population Management
Jail Profile Survey.
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander or the authorized designee is
☒ ☐ ☐
responsible for ensuring that all required
information is supplied to the Board of State
and Community Corrections as required (15
CCR 1040).
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1041 RECORDS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
207 Inmate Records
(a) Each facility administrator of a Type I, II, III or IV
facility shall develop written policies and procedures for The agency policy states, It shall be the
the maintenance of individual records for each responsibility of the Records Division to
incarcerated person which shall include, but not be maintain records on all persons who have
limited to, intake information, personal property receipts, been committed or assigned to this facility,
commitment papers, court orders, reports of disciplinary including but not limited to the following (15
actions taken, medical orders issued by the responsible CCR 1041):
physician and staff response, and non-medical •Information gathered during the admission
information regarding disabilities and other limitations. process as provided in the Inmate Reception
Policy
•Photographs and fingerprints cross-
referenced to the booking number
•Duration of confinement
•Cash and property inventory and receipts
•Classification records, including inmate
classification levels and housing restrictions
•Housing history records
☒ ☐ ☐
•Reports of disciplinary events and
dispositions
•Grievances and dispositions
•Reports of incidents or crimes committed
during confinement
•Request forms
•Special visit forms
•Court appearances, documents, and the
disposition of hearings
•Work documentation
•Program documentation
•Visitation records
•Telephone records
•Medical, dental, mental health, drug and
alcohol screenings, assessments,
treatments, and medications
•Non-medical information regarding
disabilities and other limitations
(b) Each facility administrator shall collect accurate, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at 308 Prison Rape Elimination Act Training
facilities under its direct control and from other facilities
with which it contracts for the confinement of its The agency policy states, Establishing a
incarcerated people. The data collected shall include, at process to ensure accurate, uniform data is
a minimum, the data necessary to satisfy the reporting collected for every allegation of sexual abuse
requirements of 34 U.S.C. section 30303(a)(1). at facilities under the direct control of this
Note: federal survey on sexual violence. ☒ ☐ ☐ department, using a standardized instrument
and set of definitions. Upon request, the
Office shall provide all such data from the
previous calendar year to the U.S.
Department of Justice (DOJ) no later than
June 30 (28 CFR 115.87; 34 USC § 30303;
15 CCR 1041).
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1044 INCIDENT REPORTS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
208 Report Preparation
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records The agency policy states, Employees should
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical ensure that reports are sufficiently detailed for
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee their purpose and free from errors prior to
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other submission. Reports shall be prepared by the
person. staff assigned to investigate or document an
incident, approved by a supervisor and
☒ ☐ ☐ submitted to the Jail Commander or the
authorized designee in a timely manner (15
CCR 1044).
BSCC personnel reviewed a sampling of 20
incident reports. All reports were found to be
appropriately authored and were submitted
for approval within the time requirements of
the agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, 208 Report Preparation
and the date and time of the occurrence.
The agency policy states, All reports shall
accurately reflect the identity of the persons
involved, all pertinent information seen, heard
or assimilated by any other sense, and any
☒ ☐ ☐ actions taken. Employees shall not suppress,
conceal or distort the facts of any reported
incident, nor shall any employee make a false
report orally or in writing. Generally, the
reporting employee's opinions should not be
included in reports unless specifically
identified as such.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the 208 Report Preparation
facility manager or designee.
The agency policy states, In general, all
employees and supervisors shall act with
promptness and efficiency in the preparation
and processing of all reports. An incomplete
☒ ☐ ☐
report, unorganized reports or reports
delayed without supervisory approval are not
acceptable. Reports shall be processed
according to established priorities or
according to special priority necessary under
exceptional circumstances.
1045 PUBLIC INFORMATION PLAN Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
Each facility administrator of a Type I, II, III or IV facility Information
shall develop written policies and procedures for the
dissemination of information to the public, to other The agency policy states, This policy
government agencies, and to the news media. The public provides guidelines to custody personnel
and incarcerated persons shall have available for review ☒ ☐ ☐ when dealing with the general public or
the following material: interested groups when requests are
received to share information regarding the
operations and policies of the facility (see the
News Media Relations Policy for guidance on
media releases) (15 CCR 1045).
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(a) The Board of State and Community Corrections Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities as 216 Community Relations and Public
found in Title 15 of the California Code of Regulations. Information
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander is responsible for ensuring that
the following information is public and
available to all who inquire about it.
(a)The Board of State and Community
Corrections Minimum Standards for Local
Detention Facilities as found in Title 15 of the
California Code of Regulations.
(b)Facility rules and procedures affecting
incarcerated persons as specified in 15 CCR
sections:
1.1045, Public Information Plan
2.1061, Incarcerated Persons Education Plan
3.1062, Visiting
4.1063, Correspondence
5.1064, Library Service
6.1065, Exercise and Out of Cell Time
7.1066, Books, Newspapers, Periodicals, and
☒ ☐ ☐ Writings
8.1067, Access to Telephone
9.1068, Access to Courts and Counsel
10.1069, Incarcerated Persons Orientation
11.1070, Individual/Family Service Programs
12.1071, Voting
13.1072, Religious Observance
14.1073, Incarcerated Persons Grievance
Procedure
15.1080, Rules and Disciplinary Action
Penalties
16.1081, Plan for Discipline of Incarcerated
Persons
17.1082, Forms of Discipline
18.1083, Limitations on Discipline
19.1200, Responsibility for Health Care
Services
BSCC staff verified that this information is
accessible to inmates and to the public on the
agency website or by written/verbal request in
the jail lobby/records division.
(b) Facility rules and procedures affecting incarcerated Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
people as specified in sections: 216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) 1045, Public Information Plan Information
(2) 1061, Education Plan Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(3) 1062, Visiting Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(4) 1063, Correspondence Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
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(5) 1064, Library Service Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(6) 1065, Exercise and Out of Cell Time Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(7) 1066, Books, Newspapers, Periodicals and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Writings 216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(8) 1067, Access to Telephone Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(9) 1068, Access to Courts and Counsel Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(10) 1069, Orientation Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(11) 1070, Individual/Family Service Programs Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(12) 1071, Voting Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(13) 1072, Religious Observance Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(14) 1073, Grievance Procedure Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(15) 1080, Rules and Disciplinary Actions Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(16) 1081, Plan for Discipline of Incarcerated Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Persons 216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(17) 1082, Forms of Discipline Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(18) 1083, Limitations on Discipline Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
(19) 1200, Responsibility for Health Care Services Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
216 Community Relations and Public
☒ ☐ ☐
Information
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
515 Reporting In-Custody Deaths
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death The agency policy states, All in-custody
reporting requirements of Government Code section deaths shall be reported within 10 days of the
☒ ☐ ☐
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of death to the state Attorney General's office, in
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC accordance with reporting guidelines and
within 10 days of an in-custody death. statutory requirements (Government Code §
12525).
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(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
health administrator, shall develop written policy and 515 Reporting In-Custody Deaths
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of The agency policy states, Sheriff is
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall responsible for establishing a team of
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or qualified staff to conduct an administrative
designee, the health administrator, the responsible review of every in-custody death. At a
physician and other health care, and supervision staff minimum, the review team should include the
who are relevant to the incident. ☒ ☐ ☐ following (15 CCR 1046(a); 15 CCR 1030):
(a) Sheriff and/or the Jail Commander
(b) County Counsel
(c) District Attorney
(d) Investigative staff
(e) Responsible Physician, qualified health
care professionals, supervisors, or other staff
who are relevant to the incident
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policies
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to 515 Reporting In-Custody Deaths and 721
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to Inmate Death- Clinical Care Review
identify issues that require further study.
The agency policy states, The in-custody
death review should be initiated as soon as
☒ ☐ ☐ practicable but no later than 30 days after the
incident. The team should review the
appropriateness of clinical care, determine
whether changes to policies, procedures, or
practices are warranted, and identify issues
that require further study (15 CCR 1046(a)).
(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
initial review report of every in-custody death to the 515 Reporting In-Custody Deaths
BSCC within 60 days of the death. The facility
administrator shall provide a copy of the initial review ☒ ☐ ☐
report that comports with the disclosure requirements of
section 832.10 of the Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
information: 515 Reporting In-Custody Deaths
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent The agency adheres to Government Code
(B) Date of birth §12525 and meets the requirements of the
(C) Date of death regulation.
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
(2) Facility Information ☒ ☐ ☐
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
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(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a Juveniles are not held at this facility.
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
508 Classification
(a) Each administrator of a temporary holding, Type I, II,
or III facility shall develop and implement a written The agency policy states, The Jail
classification plan designed to properly assign Commander or the authorized designee
incarcerated persons to housing units and activities should create and maintain a classification
according to the categories of gender identity, age, plan to guide staff in the processing of
criminal sophistication, seriousness of crime charged, individuals brought into the facility.
physical or mental health needs, assaultive/non-
assaultive behavior, risk of being sexually abused, or The plan should include an initial screening
sexually harassed and other criteria which will provide for process, as well as a process for determining
the safety of the incarcerated people and staff. Such appropriate housing assignments (28 CFR
housing unit assignment shall be accomplished to the 115.42). The plan should include use of an
extent possible within the limits of the available number objective screening instrument, procedures
of distinct housing units or cells in a facility. for making decisions about classification and
housing assignments, intake and housing
The written classification plan shall be based on objective forms, and a process to ensure that all
criteria and include receiving screening performed at the classification and housing records are
time of intake by trained personnel, and a record of each maintained in each incarcerated person's
person's classification level, housing restrictions, and permanent file. The plan should include an
housing assignments. evaluation of the following criteria (15 CCR
1050):
•Age
•Gender identity
•Current charges
•Behavior during arrest and intake process
☒ ☐ ☐ •Criminal and incarceration history
Emotional and mental condition
•Potential risk of safety to others or self
•Special management status
•Special needs assessment for vulnerable
incarcerated persons
•Behavioral or physical limitations or
disabilities and physical/mental health needs
•Medical condition
•Level of sobriety at booking
•Suicidal ideation
•Escape history and degree of escape risk
•Prior assaultive or violent behavior
•The need to be separated from other
classifications of incarcerated persons (e.g.,
gang affiliation, confidential informant, former
law enforcement, sexual orientation)
•Prior convictions for sex offenses against an
adult or child
•Whether the incarcerated person is or is
perceived to be gay, lesbian, bisexual,
transgender, intersex, or gender non-
conforming (see the Prison Rape Elimination
Act Policy for transgender and intersex
definitions)
•Previous sexual victimization
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•The incarcerated person's own perceptions
of vulnerability
•Whether the incarcerated person is detained
solely for civil immigration purposes
•Whether the incarcerated person is a foreign
national and, if so, from what country (see the
Foreign Nationals and Diplomats Policy)
•Prior acts of sexual abuse, prior convictions
for violent offenses, and history of prior
institutional violence or sexual abuse, as
known to the Office (28 CFR 115.41)
•Any other criteria as deemed appropriate by
the Sheriff or the authorized designee
•Any other requirements for a classification
plan under 15 CCR 1050
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of 20
incarcerated persons classification
screenings and found them to be
comprehensive.
Each administrator of a Type II or III facility shall establish Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
and implement a classification system which will include 508 Classification
the use of classification officers or a classification
committee in order to properly assign incarcerated The agency policy states, Once an
persons to housing, work, rehabilitation programs, and incarcerated person is classified and housed,
leisure activities. Such a plan shall include the use of as the person may appeal the decision of the
much information as is available about and from the classification correctional deputy. The appeal
incarcerated person and shall provide for a channel of process shall begin at the first-line supervisor
appeal by the incarcerated person to the facility level. The decision by the supervisor may be
administrator or designee. Each person may request a appealed to the Jail Commander or the
review of their classification plan no more often than 30 authorized designee. The decision by the Jail
☒ ☐ ☐
days from their last review. Commander or the authorized designee is
Note: Subsection (b) does not apply and has been final.
deleted.
BSCC staff interviewed male and female
incarcerated persons on the day of the
physical plant inspection. Incarcerated
persons stated they had received a
classification interview and understood their
right to appeal the results of their
classification.
(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis 508 Classification
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement
☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
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1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
713 Communicable Diseases
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and The agency policy states, This policy is
procedures specifying those symptoms that require intended to provide guidelines for facility staff
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a to assist in minimizing the risk of contracting
medical evaluation is completed. and/or spreading communicable diseases.
The policy offers direction in achieving the
following goals:
(a) Managing the risks associated with
bloodborne pathogens (BBP), aerosol
transmissible diseases (ATD), and other
potentially infectious substances.
(b) Providing appropriate treatment for ill
incarcerated persons while minimizing the
risk of the spread of disease.
(c) Making decisions concerning the
selection, use, maintenance, limitations,
storage, and disposal of personal protective
☒ ☐ ☐ equipment (PPE).
(d) Ensuring proper reporting to local, state,
and federal agencies.
(e) Establishing procedures for the
identification, education, immunization,
prevention, surveillance, diagnosis, medical
isolation (when indicated), treatment, and
follow-up care for new incarcerated persons,
and for incarcerated persons or employees
who have contracted a communicable
disease from an ill person.
(f) Providing appropriate treatment,
counseling, and confidentiality should an
employee become exposed to a
communicable disease.
(g) Protecting the privacy rights of all
personnel who may be exposed to or contract
a communicable disease during the course of
their duties.
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
made of the person being booked as to whether the 713 Communicable Diseases
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
as tuberculosis or has observable symptoms of The agency policy states, It is the policy of
tuberculosis or any other communicable diseases, or this department that a medical screening be
other special medical problem identified by the health performed on all incarcerated persons upon
authority. The response shall be noted on the medical arrival at the intake area to ensure that
screening from. existing, emergent, and urgent health care,
☒ ☐ ☐
dental, or mental health needs are identified,
risks are assessed, and incarcerated persons
with contagious and communicable diseases
are properly classified and housed for their
health and the health of the general
population (15 CCR 1051; 15 CCR 1206.5(a);
15 CCR 1207).
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1052 BEHAVIORAL CRISIS IDENTIFICATION Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
711 Mental Health Screening and Evaluation
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and The agency policy states, It is the policy of
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated this department that all individuals booked
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of into the facility shall receive an initial mental
behavioral crisis may include telehealth. health screening by a qualified mental health
professional, qualified mental health staff, or
☒ ☐ ☐ health-trained custody staff. A more
comprehensive medical appraisal shall be
conducted within the first 14 days of
incarceration to confirm the initial findings and
to ensure that, if needed, an appropriate
treatment plan that meets the individual
needs of the incarcerated person is in place
(15 CCR 1052; 15 CCR 1209(a)(1)).
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be 711 Mental Health Screening and Evaluation
considered in behavioral crisis for the purpose of this
section if they appear to be a danger to themselves or The agency policy states, The initial mental
others or appear gravely disabled. health screening takes place at the time of
booking, and is for the safety of the
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated person and the general
population. It helps the custody staff to make
appropriate classification and housing
decisions and to ensure that the treatment
and intervention needs of the person are met.
An evaluation from medical or mental health staff shall be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
secured within 24 hours of identification or at the next 709 Medical Screening
daily sick call, whichever is earliest.
The agency policy states, Upon the
identification of a mentally disordered
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated person who may be in a
behavioral crisis, a physician's opinion will be
secured within 24 hours, or next sick call,
whichever is earliest (15 CCR 1052).
Separation may be used if necessary, to protect the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
safety of the person in crisis or others. 505 Special Management Incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
Persons
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
505 Special Management Incarcerated
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall Persons
☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
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Policies and procedures must include: Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate 505 Special Management Incarcerated
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of Persons
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility The agency policy states, This department
staff. shall provide for the secure and restrictive
housing of any special management
incarcerated person but shall not impose
☒ ☐ ☐ more deprivation of privileges than is
necessary to obtain the objective of
protecting the incarcerated person, staff, or
the public (15 CCR 1053).
During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
staff observed that cells met the criteria for
this regulation.
(b) Administrative separation must not adversely affect Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
an incarcerated person’s health. 505 Special Management Incarcerated
Persons
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency policy states, This is a non-
punitive classification process and must not
adversely affect an incarcerated person's
health (15 CCR 1053).
(c) Administrative separation may be used for Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
incarcerated people who have: 505 Special Management Incarcerated
(1) A documented history of activity or behavior, or Persons
promoting such activity or behavior, that is criminal in
nature, disruptive to facility operations, or affects the The agency policy states, Administrative
safety of the facility, other incarcerated people, and separation - The physical separation of an
facility staff. incarcerated person who has (15 CCR 1053):
(2) Influenced or participated in activity that is (a) A documented history of activity or
criminal in nature, disruptive to facility operations or behavior, or promoting such activity or
affects the safety of the facility, other incarcerated behavior, that is criminal in nature, disruptive
people, and facility staff. to facility operations, or affects the safety of
(3) Committed assault, attempted assault, or the facility, other incarcerated persons, and
participated in a conspiracy to assault or harm other facility staff.
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons or facility staff. (b) Influenced or participated in activity that is
(4) A history of escape or have recently attempted criminal in nature or disruptive to facility
escape. operations or affects the safety and security
(5) A demonstrated need for protection from other of the facility, other incarcerated persons, and
incarcerated people. facility staff.
(c) A history of escape or recently attempted
escape.
(d) Committed assault, attempted assault, or
participated in a conspiracy to assault or harm
other incarcerated persons or facility staff.
(e) A demonstrated need for protection from
other incarcerated persons and facility staff.
(d) Documentation indicating the necessity of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
administrative separation to obtain the objective of 505 Special Management Incarcerated
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility ☒ ☐ ☐ Persons
staff.
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(e) A documented individualized ongoing review and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
evaluation of the need to continue placement in 505 Special Management Incarcerated
administrative separation. Persons
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander shall be notified when any
incarcerated person is placed into immediate
separation and shall be informed of the
circumstances leading to the order to
separate. Within 72 hours of the incarcerated
person being placed into restrictive housing,
the Jail Commander or the authorized
☒ ☐ ☐
designee must review the circumstances
surrounding the separation to determine
which of the following actions shall be taken:
(a) The incarcerated person is designated for
administrative separation.
(b) The incarcerated person is designated for
protective custody.
(c) The incarcerated person remains
separated pending a disciplinary hearing.
(d) The incarcerated person is returned to
general incarcerated person population.
1055 USE OF SAFETY CELL Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
518 Safety and Sobering Cells
The safety cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section
1231.2.5, shall be used to hold only those people who The agency policy states, Safety cell - An
display behavior which results in the destruction of enhanced protective housing designed to
property or reveals an intent to cause physical harm to minimize the risk of injury or destruction of
self or others. property used for incarcerated persons who
display behavior that reveals intent to cause
☐ ☐ ☒
physical harm to themselves or others or to
destroy property, or who are in need of a
separate cell for any reason, until suitable
housing is available.
There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and 518 Safety and Sobering Cells
procedures governing safety cell use and may delegate
authority to place an incarcerated person in a safety cell The agency policy states, This facility will
to a physician. Policies and procedures shall include, but employ the use of safety and sobering cells to
not be limited to: protect incarcerated persons from injury or to
prevent the destruction of property by an
incarcerated person in accordance with
applicable law.
☐ ☐ ☒
A sobering or safety cell shall not be used as
punishment or as a substitute for treatment.
The Jail Commander or the authorized
designee shall review this policy annually with
the Responsible Physician.
There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
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(a) In no case shall the safety cell be used for punishment Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
or as a substitute for treatment. 518 Safety and Sobering Cells
☐ ☐ ☒
There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
(b) A person shall be placed in a safety cell only with the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
approval of the facility manager or designee, or 518 Safety and Sobering Cells
responsible health care staff; continued retention shall be
☐ ☐ ☒
reviewed a minimum of every four hours. There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
(c) A medical assessment shall be completed as soon as Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policies
possible, but not more than 12 hours from the time of 518 Safety and Sobering Cells, 711 Mental
placement in the safety cell. The person shall be Health Screening and Evaluation, and 720
medically cleared for continued retention, referral to Suicide Prevention and Intervention
☐ ☐ ☒
advanced treatment, or removal from the safety cell a
minimum of every 24 hours thereafter. There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
(d) The facility manager, designee or responsible health Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policies
care staff shall obtain a mental health 518 Safety and Sobering Cells, 711 Mental
opinion/consultation with responsible health care staff on Health Screening and Evaluation, and 720
placement and retention, which shall be secured as soon Suicide Prevention and Intervention
☐ ☐ ☒
as possible, but not more than 12 hours from placement.
There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
(e) Direct visual observation shall be conducted at least Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
twice every 30 minutes, with no more than a 15-minute 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
lapse between safety checks. Such observation shall be
documented. The agency policy states, An observation log
shall be maintained for each incarcerated
person on suicide watch. A staff member shall
be designated to make a direct visual
observation of the incarcerated person twice
every 30 minutes at approximately 15-minute
intervals. A Supervisor and a qualified health
☐ ☐ ☒ care professional, if available, must observe
the incarcerated person at least once every
five hours. Each staff member who is required
to observe the incarcerated person shall
make notations in the observation log
documenting the time of observation and a
brief description of the person's behavior.
There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
(f) Procedures shall be established to assure There is no safety cell as described in Title
administration of necessary nutrition and fluids. ☐ ☐ ☒ 24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
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(g) People placed in the safety cell shall be allowed to Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
retain sufficient clothing or be provided with a suitably 720 Suicide Prevention and Intervention
designed “safety garment,” to provide for their personal
privacy unless specific identifiable risks to the person's The agency policy states, The status of
safety or to the security of the facility are documented. suicidal incarcerated persons should be
readily identifiable in a manner discernible by
staff. When standard-issue clothing presents
a security or medical risk to the incarcerated
person or others, the incarcerated person
shall be supplied with a security garment that
is designed to promote the person's safety
and not cause unnecessary humiliation and
degradation. Use of the security garment
shall be documented in the incarcerated
☐ ☐ ☒ person's health record. Suicidal persons shall
not be permitted to retain undergarments or
any other item that can be fashioned into an
implement for hanging (e.g., plastic bags,
shoelaces, sheets). Incarcerated persons
shall not be permitted to keep personal
property while housed on suicide watch and
shall not be permitted to possess razors or
other sharp objects, such as pencils, items
with staples, or any other item that may be
used to cause a self-inflicted injury.
There is no safety cell as described in Title
24, Part 2, Section 1231.2.5 in this facility.
1056 USE OF SOBERING CELL Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
518 Safety and Sobering Cells
The sobering cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section
1231.2.4, shall be used for temporary holding of The agency policy states, Sobering cell - A
incarcerated people who are a threat to their own safety holding cell designed to minimize the risk of
or the safety of others due to their state of intoxication. injury by falling or dangerous behavior. It is
used as an initial sobering place for arrestees
or incarcerated persons who are a threat to
their own safety or the safety of others as a
result of being intoxicated from any
☒ ☐ ☐ substance, and who require a protected
environment to prevent injury or victimization
by other incarcerated persons.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of
observation cell safety check documentation
from November 2023 through February 2025.
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
determined that the agency complied with this
regulation.
A person shall be removed from the sobering cell as soon Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
as they are able to continue the admission process or are 518 Safety and Sobering Cells
no longer a risk to themselves or others.
The agency policy states, Incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐ persons will be removed from the sobering
cell when they no longer pose a threat to their
own safety and the safety of others and are
able to continue the booking process.
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In no case shall a person remain in a sobering cell over Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
six hours without an evaluation by medical or custody 518 Safety and Sobering Cells
staff to determine whether the person has an urgent
medical problem, pursuant to section 1213 of these The agency policy states, Qualified health
regulations. care professionals shall assess the medical
☒ ☐ ☐ condition of the incarcerated person in the
sobering cell at least every six hours. Only
incarcerated persons who continue to need
the protective housing of a sobering cell will
continue to be detained in such housing.
At 12 hours from the time of placement, all persons must
receive an evaluation by responsible health care staff. ☒ ☐ ☐
Intermittent direct visual observation of people held in the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
sobering cell shall be conducted no less than every half 518 Safety and Sobering Cells
hour. Such observation shall be documented.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of
☒ ☐ ☐ observation cell safety check documentation.
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
determined that the agency complied with this
regulation.
1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
612 Incarcerated Persons with Disabilities
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and The agency policy states, The Jail
procedures for the identification and evaluation, Commander, in coordination with the
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and Responsible Physician and the ADA
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with Coordinator (see the Accessibility - Facility
developmental disabilities. and Equipment Policy), will establish written
procedures to assess and reasonably
accommodate disabilities of incarcerated
persons. The procedures will include but are
not limited to:
(a) Establishing housing areas that are
equipped to meet the physical needs of
disabled incarcerated persons, including
areas that allow for personal care and
hygiene in a reasonably private setting and
for reasonable interaction with incarcerated
persons.
(b) Establishing classification criteria to make
☒ ☐ ☐
housing assignments to incarcerated persons
with disabilities.
(c) Assigning individuals with adequate
training to assist disabled incarcerated
persons with basic life functions, as needed.
(d) Establishing transportation procedures for
moving incarcerated persons with limited
mobility.
(e) Establishing guidelines for services,
programs, and activities for the disabled and
ensuring that incarcerated persons with
disabilities have an equal opportunity to
participate in or benefit from all aspects of the
facility's efforts to prevent, detect and
respond to sexual abuse and sexual
harassment (28 CFR 115.16).
(f) Enlisting or contracting for trained service
personnel who have experience working with
people with disabilities.
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(g) Establishing procedures for the request
and review of accommodations.(h)
Establishing guidelines for the
accommodation of individuals who are deaf
or hard of hearing, have common disabilities
such as sight and mobility impairments and
developmental disabilities, or have common
medical issues, such as epilepsy.
(i) Identifying and evaluating all incarcerated
persons with developmental disabilities,
including contacting the regional center for
the developmentally disabled to assist with
diagnosis and/or treatment within 24 hours of
identification, excluding holidays and
weekends (15 CCR 1057).
The health authority or designee shall contact the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or 612 Incarcerated Persons with Disabilities
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the
☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
512 Use of Restraints
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement The agency policy states, This policy
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint establishes guidelines for the application,
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which supervisory oversight, and restrictions on the
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated use of restraints on persons incarcerated in
person from being ambulatory. The provisions of this this facility.
section do not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, or ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy shall apply to the use of specific
other restraint devices when used to restrain types of restraints, such as four/five-point
incarcerated people for security reasons. The facility restraints, restraint chairs, ambulatory
manager may delegate authority to place an incarcerated restraints, and similar restraint systems, as
person in restraints to responsible health care staff. well as all other restraints, including
handcuffs, waist chains, and leg irons when
such restraints are used to restrain any
incarcerated person for prolonged periods.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas: Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☒ ☐ ☐ 512 Use of Restraints
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability 512 Use of Restraints
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
The agency policy states, CPR equipment,
☒ ☐ ☐ such as barrier masks, shall be provided by
the facility and located in proximity to the
location where incarcerated persons in
restraints are held.
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
512 Use of Restraints
The agency policy states, Incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
persons in restraints shall be housed either
alone or in an area designated for restrained
persons.
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(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
512 Use of Restraints
The agency policy states, Incarcerated
persons who are confined in restraints shall
be given food and fluids. Provisions shall be
made to accommodate any toileting needs at
least once every two hours. Food shall be
provided during normal meal periods.
Hydration (water or juices) will be provided no
☒ ☐ ☐ less than once every two hours or when
requested by the incarcerated person.
Offering food and hydration to incarcerated
persons will be documented to include the
time, the name of the person offering the food
or water/juices, and the incarcerated person's
response (receptive, rejected). Incarcerated
persons shall be provided the opportunity to
clean themselves or their clothing while they
are in restraints.
(5) exercising of extremities. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
512 Use of Restraints
The agency policy states, Incarcerated
persons placed in restraints for longer than
two hours should receive a range-of-motion
☒ ☐ ☐
procedure that will allow for the movement of
the extremities. Range-of-motion exercise will
consist of alternate movement of the
extremities (i.e., right arm and left leg) for a
minimum of 10 minutes every two hours.
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
following requirements: 512 Use of Restraints
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment. The agency policy states, Restraints shall
never be used for retaliation or as
punishment. Restraints shall not be utilized
any longer than is reasonably necessary to
☒ ☐ ☐ control the incarcerated person. Restraints
are to be applied only when less restrictive
methods, including verbal de-escalation
techniques, have been attempted and are
deemed ineffective in controlling the
dangerous behavior of an incarcerated
person (15 CCR 1029(a)(4); 15 CCR 1058).
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
incarcerated people who display behavior which 512 Use of Restraints
results in the destruction of property or reveal an
intent to cause physical harm to self or others. The agency policy states, It is the policy of
this department that restraints shall be used
only to prevent self-injury, injury to others, or
☒ ☐ ☐ property damage. Restraints may also be
applied according to an incarcerated person's
classification, such as maximum security, to
control the behavior of a high-risk
incarcerated person while the person is being
moved outside the cell or housing unit.
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(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation 512 Use of Restraints
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed ☒ ☐ ☐
ineffective. (See section (1)).
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
restraints only with the approval of the facility 512 Use of Restraints
manager, the facility watch commander, or
responsible health care staff; continued retention The agency policy states, Supervisors shall
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour. proactively oversee the use of restraints on
any incarcerated person. Whenever feasible,
☒ ☐ ☐ the use of restraints, other than routine use
during transfer, shall require the approval of
the Supervisor prior to application. In
instances where prior approval is not feasible,
the Supervisor shall be apprised of the use of
restraints as soon as practicable.
(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. 512 Use of Restraints
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency policy states, Continuous direct
visual observation shall be maintained until a
medical opinion can be obtained.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
shall be secured within one hour from the time of 512 Use of Restraints
placement.
The agency policy states, Within one hour of
☒ ☐ ☐ placement in restraints, a qualified health
care professional shall document an opinion
regarding the placement and retention of the
restraints.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
four hours of placement. 512 Use of Restraints
The agency policy states, As soon as
practicable, but within four hours of
placement in restraints, the incarcerated
person shall be medically assessed to
☒ ☐ ☐
determine whether the person has a serious
medical condition that is being masked by the
aggressive behavior. The medical
assessment shall be a face-to-face
evaluation by a qualified health care
professional.
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(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure 512 Use of Restraints
that the restraints are properly employed, and to
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated The agency policy states, Staff members
person. Such observation shall be documented. shall conduct continuous direct face-to-face
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons observation at least twice every 30 minutes
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area on an irregular schedule to check the
which makes provisions to protect the person from incarcerated person's physical well-being and
abuse. behavior. Restraints shall be checked to
verify correct application and to ensure they
do not compromise circulation. All checks
shall be documented, with the actual time
☒ ☐ ☐ recorded by the person doing the
observation, along with a description of the
incarcerated person's behavior. Any actions
taken should also be noted in the log.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of safety
check documentation from November 2023
through March 2025. Within the rating period,
the agency had two restraint placements.
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
determined that the agency complied with this
regulation.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
consultation with responsible health care staff 512 Use of Restraints
determines that an incarcerated person cannot be
safely removed from restraints after eight hours, the The agency policy states, As soon as
person shall be taken to a medical facility for further practicable, but within eight hours of
evaluation. placement in restraints, the incarcerated
person must be evaluated by a mental health
professional to assess whether the
☒ ☐ ☐ incarcerated person needs immediate and/or
long-term mental health treatment. If the Jail
Commander, or the authorized designee, in
consultation with responsible health care staff
determines that the incarcerated person
cannot be safely removed from restraints
after eight hours, the person shall be taken to
a medical facility for further evaluation.
(10) Where applicable, the facility manager shall use Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended 512 Use of Restraints
maximum time limits for placement.
The agency policy states, Where applicable,
☒ ☐ ☐
the Jail Commander shall use the restraint
device manufacturer's recommended
maximum time limits for placement.
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(11) All events and information related to the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
placement in restraints shall be documented and 512 Use of Restraints
shall be video recorded unless exigent
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The The agency policy states, The use of
documentation shall include: the reason for restraints for purposes other than for the
placement; person authorizing placement; names of controlled movement or transportation of an
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained; incarcerated person shall be documented on
and the duration of placement. appropriate logs and shall be video recorded
unless exigent circumstances prevent staff
☒ ☐ ☐ from doing so. The documentation shall
include, at a minimum, the type of restraint
used, when it was applied, a detailed
description of why the restraint was needed,
the name of the person authorizing
placement, names of staff involved in the
placement, any injuries sustained, when the
restraints were removed and the duration of
placement (15 CCR 1058).
1058.5 RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT PERSONS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
512 Use of Restraints
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and The agency policy states, Restraints will not
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant be used on incarcerated persons who are
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the known to be pregnant unless based on an
policy shall include reference to the following: individualized determination that restraints
are reasonably necessary for the legitimate
safety and security needs of the incarcerated
person, the staff, or the public. Should
restraints be necessary, the restraints shall
be the least restrictive available and the most
☒ ☐ ☐ reasonable under the circumstances.
Incarcerated persons who are known to be
pregnant will not be handcuffed behind their
backs or placed in waist restraints or leg
irons.
Once pregnancy has been confirmed, a
pregnant incarcerated person should be
advised of the policies and procedures
regarding the restraint of pregnant persons
(Penal Code § 3407; 15 CCR 1058.5).
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
in recovery after delivery or termination of the 512 Use of Restraints
pregnancy shall not be restrained by the use of leg
or waist restraints, or handcuffs behind the body. The agency policy states, Incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
persons who are known to be pregnant will
not be handcuffed behind their backs or
placed in waist restraints or leg irons.
(2) An incarcerated pregnant person in labor, during Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
delivery, or in recovery after delivery or termination 512 Use of Restraints
of the pregnancy, shall not be restrained by the
wrists, ankles, or both, unless deemed necessary for The agency policy states, No incarcerated
the safety and security of the incarcerated person, person who is in labor, delivery, or recovery
☒ ☐ ☐
the staff, or the public. from a birth shall be restrained by the use of
leg restraints/irons, waist restraints/chains, or
handcuffs behind the body (Penal Code §
3407; 15 CCR 1058.5).
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(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
who is currently responsible for the medical care of 512 Use of Restraints
an incarcerated pregnant person during a medical
emergency, labor, delivery, or recovery after delivery The agency policy states, Restraints shall be
or termination of the pregnancy determines that the removed when medical staff responsible for
☒ ☐ ☐
removal of restraints is medically necessary. the medical care of the pregnant incarcerated
person determines that the removal of
restraints is medically necessary (Penal Code
§ 3407).
(4) Upon confirmation of an incarcerated person’s Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing, 512 Use of Restraints
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people. The agency policy states, Once pregnancy
has been confirmed, a pregnant incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
person should be advised of the policies and
procedures regarding the restraint of
pregnant persons (Penal Code § 3407; 15
CCR 1058.5).
1059 DNA COLLECTION, USE OF FORCE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
519 Biological Samples
(a) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1, authorized
law enforcement, custodial, or corrections personnel The agency policy states, Incarcerated
including peace officers, may employ reasonable force to persons must submit a biological sample
collect blood specimens, saliva samples, or thumb or (Penal Code § 296: Penal Code § 296.1):
palm print impressions from individuals who are required ☒ ☐ ☐ (a) Upon conviction or other adjudication of
to provide such samples, specimens or impressions any felony offense.
pursuant to Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse (b) Upon conviction or other adjudication of
following written or oral request. any offense if the person has a prior felony on
record.
(c) When arrested or charged with any felony.
(1) For the purpose of this regulation, the “use of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
reasonable force” shall be defined as the force that 519 Biological Samples
an objective, trained and competent correctional
employee, faced with similar facts and The agency policy states, If an incarcerated
circumstances, would consider necessary and person refuses to cooperate with the sample
reasonable to gain compliance with this regulation. collection process, correctional deputy should
☒ ☐ ☐ attempt to identify the reason for refusal and
seek voluntary compliance without resorting
to using force. Force will not be used in the
collection of samples except as authorized by
court order or approval of legal counsel and
only with the approval of the Supervisor.
(2) The use of reasonable force shall be preceded by Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
efforts to secure voluntary compliance. Efforts to 519 Biological Samples
secure voluntary compliance shall be documented
and include an advisement of the legal obligation to ☒ ☐ ☐
provide the requisite specimen, sample or
impression and the consequences of refusal.
(b) The force shall not be used without the prior written Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
authorization of the facility watch commander or 519 Biological Samples
designee on duty. The authorization shall include
information that reflects the fact that the offender was The agency policy states, The Supervisor
asked to provide the requisite specimen, sample, or ☒ ☐ ☐ shall review and approve any calculated use
impression and refused. of force. The supervisor shall be present to
supervise and document the calculated use
of force.
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(c) If the use of reasonable force includes a cell Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
extraction, the extraction shall be videotaped, including 519 Biological Samples
audio. Video shall be directed at the cell extraction event.
The videotape shall be retained by the agency for the The agency policy states, If the use of force
length of time required by statute. Notwithstanding the includes a cell extraction, the extraction shall
use of the video as evidence in a criminal proceeding, the also be video recorded, including audio. The
tape shall be retained administratively. ☒ ☐ ☐ video recording shall be retained by the
facility in accordance with established
records retention schedules. Notwithstanding
the use of the video as evidence in a criminal
proceeding, the tape shall be retained by the
jail administration (15 CCR 1059).
1061 EDUCATION PROGRAM Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1004 Education, Vocation, and Rehabilitation
The facility administrator of any Type II or III facility shall
plan and shall request of appropriate public officials an The agency policy states, This department
education program for incarcerated persons. provides educational and vocational
programs that are designed to help
incarcerated persons improve personal skills,
☒ ☐ ☐ assist in their social development, and
improve employability after release. The
ability of the department to offer educational
programs is dictated by available funding,
incarcerated person classification, and other
required incarcerated person programs and
routines.
When such services are not made available by the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
appropriate public officials, then the facility administrator 1004 Education, Vocation, and Rehabilitation
shall develop and implement an education program with
available resources. The agency policy states, Adequate funding
☒ ☐ ☐ is required. If the funding source reduces or
eliminates funding in these areas,
educational and/or vocational programs may
be reduced or eliminated.
Such a plan shall provide for the voluntary academic or Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
vocational, or both, education of housed people. 1004 Education, Vocation, and Rehabilitation
The agency policy states, Designated space
☒ ☐ ☐ for incarcerated person education and
vocational programs will, whenever
practicable, be designed with input from
educational/vocational service providers.
Reasonable criteria for program eligibility shall be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
established. Modified academic or vocational 1004 Education, Vocation, and Rehabilitation
opportunities may be provided based on sound security
practices or a person’s failure to abide by facility rules The agency policy states, While the housing
and regulations. classification of an incarcerated person has
☒ ☐ ☐
the potential to pose security issues, every
effort, to the extent reasonably practicable,
will be made to provide individualized
educational opportunities (15 CCR 1061).
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1062 VISITING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1009 Visitation
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
written policies and procedures, which include the The agency policy states, The Office shall
following requirements: provide adequate facilities for visiting that
(a) A visiting program which shall provide for: include appropriate space for the screening
(1) As many in-person visits and visitors as facility and searching of incarcerated persons and
schedules, space, and number of personnel will visitors and storage of visitors' personal
allow. belongings that are not allowed in the visiting
area.
The Jail Commander shall develop written
procedures for incarcerated person visiting,
which shall provide for as many visits and
☒ ☐ ☐
visitors as facility schedules, space, and
number of personnel will reasonably allow,
with no fewer visits allowed than specified by
15 CCR 1062 per week, by type of facility.
The procedures are subject to safety and
security requirements and should consider:
•The facility's schedule.
•The space available to accommodate
visitors.
•Whether an emergency or other conditions
justify a limitation in visiting privileges.
•Video visitation if applicable (Penal Code §
4032; 15 CCR 1062).
(2) A publicly posted schedule of facility visiting Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
hours. If practicable, visiting hours should be made 1009 Visitation
available on weekends, evenings, or holidays.
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander shall designate a person to
develop a schedule for incarcerated person
☒ ☐ ☐ visitation that includes daytime, evening, and
weekend hours. Each incarcerated person
shall receive a copy of the visitation schedule
in the incarcerated person handbook at
orientation. The visiting hours will also be
posted in the public area of the facility.
(3) For all incarcerated persons in Type II, III, and IV Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
facilities there shall be allowed no fewer than two 1009 Visitation
visits totaling at least one hour per incarcerated
person each week. The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander shall develop written procedures
for incarcerated person visiting, which shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide for as many visits and visitors as
facility schedules, space, and number of
personnel will reasonably allow, with no fewer
visits allowed than specified by 15 CCR 1062
per week, by type of facility.
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(b) Visits may not be cancelled unless a legitimate Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
operational or safety and security concern exists. All 1009 Visitation
cancelled visits must be documented. The facility
manager or designee shall regularly review cancelled The agency policy states, Any visitation that
visits and document such review. is denied or terminated early, on the
reasonable grounds that the visit may
☒ ☐ ☐ endanger the security of the facility, shall
have the actions and reasons documented. A
copy of the documentation will be placed into
the incarcerated person's file and another
copy will be forwarded to the Jail Commander
(15 CCR 1062).
(c) The visiting policies developed pursuant to this Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
section shall include provision for visitation by minor 1009 Visitation
children of the incarcerated person.
The agency policy states, A maximum of two
adults and two children will be permitted to
visit an incarcerated person at any one time.
Children visiting incarcerated persons must
be deemed age appropriate by the parent or
☒ ☐ ☐
guardian accompanying the child. Where a
dispute over children visiting occurs between
the incarcerated person and the parent or
legal guardian, the incarcerated person will
be advised to use the court for resolution.
Adults must control minors while they are
waiting to visit and during the visit.
(d) Video visitation may be used to supplement existing Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
visitation programs, but shall not be used to fulfill the 1009 Visitation
requirements of this section if in-person visitation is
requested by an incarcerated person. The agency policy states, The Office may not
☒ ☐ ☐
substitute video visitation for in-person
visitation to meet the requirements of 15 CCR
1062.
(e) Facilities shall not charge for visitation when visitors Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
are onsite and participating in either in-person or video 1009 Visitation
visitation. For purposes of this subsection, “onsite” is
☒ ☐ ☐
defined as the location where the incarcerated person is
housed.
(f) Subdivision (d) shall not apply to facilities which (1) Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
exclusively used video visitation prior to January 1, 2017 1009 Visitation
or (2) had been designed without in-person visitation
☒ ☐ ☐
space and conditionally awarded by the Board prior to
June 27, 2017.
(g) If a local detention facility offered video visitation only Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
as of January 1, 2017, the first hour of remote video 1009 Visitation
☒ ☐ ☐
visitation per week shall be offered free of charge.
Types and availability of visitation, including:
Note: Reference PC § 6031.1(a)(4) (June 2017).
Mode of visitation; In-person barrier and video visit.
Visitation hours; Sunday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Monday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Friday: 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Time inmates are allowed for visitation; and,
Any restrictions on inmate visitation. Emergency and discipline
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1063 CORRESPONDENCE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1013 Mail
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for correspondence which provide that: The agency policy states, However,
(a) there is no limitation on the volume of mail that an incarcerated persons are only allowed to
incarcerated person may send or receive; ☒ ☐ ☐ store a limited amount of mail in their cells as
determined by the Jail Commander. Excess
mail will be stored with the incarcerated
person's personal property and returned at
the incarcerated person's release.
(b) an incarcerated person’s correspondence may be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
read when there is a valid security reason and the facility 1013 Mail
manager or designee approves;
The agency policy states, Facility staff may
inspect incoming confidential
correspondence for contraband. Facility staff
may inspect outgoing confidential
correspondence for contraband before it is
☒ ☐ ☐ sealed, provided the inspection is completed
in the presence of the incarcerated person. In
the event that confidential correspondence is
inspected, staff shall limit the inspection to a
search for physical items that may be
included in addition to the correspondence
and shall not read the content of the
correspondence itself (15 CCR 1063(c)).
(c) jail staff shall not review an incarcerated person’s Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
correspondence to or from state and federal courts, any 1013 Mail
member of the State Bar or holder of public office, and
the State Board of State and Community Corrections; The agency policy states, Incarcerated
however, jail authorities may open and inspect such mail persons may correspond confidentially with
only to search for contraband, cash, checks, or money courts, legal counsel, officials of this
☒ ☐ ☐
orders and in the presence of the incarcerated person; department, elected officials, the Department
of Corrections, jail inspectors, government
officials, or officers of the court. This facility
will also accept and deliver a fax or interoffice
mail from these entities.
(d) incarcerated persons may correspond, confidentially, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
with the facility manager or the facility administrator; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 1013 Mail
(e) those incarcerated persons who are without funds Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
shall be permitted at least four postage paid envelopes 1013 Mail
and eight sheets of paper each week to permit
correspondence with family members and friends but The agency policy states, Indigent
without limitation on the number of postage paid incarcerated persons shall receive writing
envelopes and sheets of paper to their attorney and to materials on a weekly basis, as provided by
the courts. an approved schedule established by the Jail
☒ ☐ ☐
Commander. Writing materials should include
the following (15 CCR 1063):
(a)At least four pre-stamped envelopes for
correspondence with family and friends
(b)At least eight sheets of writing paper
(c)One pencil
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1064 LIBRARY SERVICES Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1006 Library Services
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for library service in all Type II, III, and IV The agency policy states, The Jail
facilities. The scope of such service shall be determined Commander or the authorized designee is
by the facility administrator. The library service shall responsible for the administration of the
include access to the following resources via paper library services and should appoint a capable
documents or through electronic media and include member to serve as librarian to run the daily
current information on community services and library operations. The library services shall
resources, and religious, educational, legal reference include access via paper documents or
material and recreational reading material. through electronic media to legal reference
☒ ☐ ☐
materials, current information on community
services and resources, and religious,
educational, and recreational reading
material (15 CCR 1064).
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
observed the facility’s library and noted most
of the modules had several books in the
dayrooms. Incarcerated Persons stated they
can request access to the library.
1065 EXERCISE AND OUT OF CELL TIME Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1003 Exercise and Out of Cell Time
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall
develop written policies and procedures for a minimum of The agency policy states, The Jail
10 hours of out of cell time distributed over a period of Commander or the authorized designee shall
seven days to include: be responsible for ensuring there is sufficient
secure space allocated for physical exercise
and out of cell time, and that a schedule is
developed to ensure accessibility to both
activities for all incarcerated persons. At least
three hours per week of exercise
opportunities shall be provided and at least
seven hours of out of cell time distributed over
☒ ☐ ☐
a period of seven days for recreation (15 CCR
1065).
During the on-site inspection, BSCC staff
interviewed multiple incarcerated persons
about access to the recreation yard and out-
of-cell time. During the interviews,
incarcerated persons stated they are offered
daily access to the recreation yard and are
free to roam around the dayroom. BSCC staff
determined the agency complies with this
regulation.
(1) an opportunity for three hours of exercise and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1003 Exercise and Out of Cell Time.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of exercise
records. During the documentation review,
☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff determined that the agency
complied with this regulation and provided
more than the required three hours of
exercise.
(2) an opportunity for seven hours of recreation. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 1003 Exercise and Out of Cell Time
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Policies shall include reasonable and necessary Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
procedures to ensure safety and security. 1003 Exercise and Out of Cell Time
The agency policy states, The supervising
staff may terminate the exercise or out of cell
time period and escort back to the housing
unit any incarcerated person who continues
to act in an aggressive or disorderly manner
☒ ☐ ☐
after being ordered to stop by the staff.
Whenever an exercise or out of cell time
period is involuntarily terminated, the staff will
document the incident and rationale for
terminating the exercise period. The
Supervisor will determine whether
disciplinary action is warranted.
1066 BOOKS, NEWSPAPERS, PERIODICALS, AND Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
WRITINGS 1013 Mail
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall The agency policy states, Unless otherwise in
develop written policies and procedures which will permit conflict with this policy and prohibited by the
incarcerated persons to purchase, receive and read any Jail Commander, incarcerated persons are
book, newspaper, periodical, or writing accepted for permitted to purchase, receive, and read any
distribution by the United States Postal Service. The book, newspaper, periodical, or writing
facility administrator shall develop and implement a accepted for distribution by the U. S. Postal
written plan to make available a current newspaper or Service (15 CCR 1066(a)).
☒ ☐ ☐
other like source, including a non-English language
alternative, to ensure reasonable access to interested Publications, magazines, or newspapers
people. Nothing herein shall be construed as limiting the shall be accepted only if they are mailed
right of a facility administrator to: directly from the publisher to a named
incarcerated person. A current newspaper in
general circulation or other like source,
including a non-English alternative shall be
made available to interested people (15 CCR
1066(a)).
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(1) exclude any publications or writings based on any Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
legitimate penological interest; 1013 Mail
The agency policy states, The Office may
reject magazines, periodicals, and other
materials that may inhibit the reasonable
safety, security, and discipline in the daily
operation of this facility. Generally, books,
newspapers, and magazines are accepted
only if they are sent directly by the publisher.
Materials that may be rejected include but are
not limited to (15 CCR 1066(a)):
•Materials that advocate violence or a
security breach.
•Literature that could incite racial unrest.
•Sexually explicit material, including
pornographic magazines, nude pictures, or
pictures or descriptions of sexually explicit
activities.
•Obscene publications or writings and mail
☒ ☐ ☐
containing information concerning where or
how such matter may be obtained; any
material that would have a tendency to incite
murder, arson, riot, violent racism, or any
other form of violence; any material that
would have a tendency to incite crimes
against children; any material concerning
unlawful gambling or an unlawful lottery; any
material containing information on the
manufacture or use of weapons, narcotics, or
explosives or any other unlawful activity.
•Material that could lead to sexual aggression
or an offensive environment for incarcerated
persons.
•Material that could create a hostile or
offensive work environment.
•Any material with content that could
reasonably demonstrate a legitimate
government interest in rejecting the material.
(2) exclude obscene publications or writings, and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
mail containing information concerning where, how, 1013 Mail
or from whom such matter may be obtained; and any
matter of a character tending to incite murder, arson,
riot, violent racism, or any other form of violence; any
matter of a character tending to incite crimes against ☒ ☐ ☐
children; any matter concerning unlawful gambling or
an unlawful lottery; the manufacture or use of
weapons, narcotics, or explosives; or any other
unlawful activity;
(3) open and inspect any publications or packages Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
received by an incarcerated person; and ☒ ☐ ☐ 1013 Mail
(4) restrict the number of books, newspapers, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
periodicals, or writings the incarcerated person may 1013 Mail
have in their cell or elsewhere in the facility at one ☒ ☐ ☐
time.
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1067 ACCESS TO TELEPHONE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1008 Telephone Access
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures which allow access to a telephone or The agency policy states, The Jail will provide
communication device beyond those telephone calls access to telephones for use by incarcerated
which are required by Section 851.5 of the Penal Code. persons consistent with federal and state law.
Individuals who are known to have, or are perceived by The Jail Commander or the authorized
others as having hearing or speech impairments shall be designee shall develop written procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
provided access to the appropriate telecommunication establishing the guidelines for access and
device which will facilitate communication. Such devices usage (15 CCR 1067). All incarcerated
may include but are not limited to videophones, persons will be provided a copy of the
teletypewriters, or third-party communications telephone usage rules as part of their
assistance. An individual’s access to telephone incarcerated person orientation during the
communications shall not be withdrawn unless doing so booking process.
is required to uphold the safety and security of the facility.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
603 Access to Courts and Counsel
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures to ensure incarcerated persons have The agency policy states, It is the policy of
☒ ☐ ☐
access to the court and to legal counsel. this department that all incarcerated persons
Such access shall consist of: will have access to the courts and the ability
to consult with legal counsel (15 CCR 1068).
(a) unlimited mail as provided in Section 1063 of these Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
regulations, and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 1013 Mail
(b) confidential consultation with attorneys. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
603 Access to Courts and Counsel
The agency policy states, Confidential
☒ ☐ ☐
attorney visiting areas that include the means
by which the attorney and the incarcerated
person can share legal documents.
1069 ORIENTATION Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
503 Handbook and Orientation
(a) In Type II, III, and IV facilities, the facility administrator
shall develop written policies and procedures for the The agency policy states, This policy
implementation of a program for people newly admitted provides for the orientation of incarcerated
to the facility designed to orient them at the time of ☒ ☐ ☐ persons booked into the Mono County
placement in a living area. Sheriff's Department facility. The purpose of
the orientation is to inform incarcerated
persons of the jail routine, rules, incarcerated
persons' rights, and services.
Both written and verbal information shall be provided and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
may be supplemented with video orientation. ☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
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Provision shall be made to provide accessible orientation Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
information to each person, including those with 503 Handbook and Orientation
disabilities, limited literacy, or those with limited English
proficiency (LEP). The agency policy states, Inmates who
cannot read, are visually impaired, or have
intellectual, psychiatric or speech disabilities
or limited reading skills, shall have the
materials read to them by a staff member or
☒ ☐ ☐ presented to them using audible recorded
media (28 CFR 115.16).
Inmates who are deaf or hard of hearing shall
be provided with interpretation services.
Reasonable efforts should be made by the
staff to assist the inmate in understanding the
information
Such a program shall be published and include, but not Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
be limited to, the following: 503 Handbook and Orientation
(1) correspondence, visiting, and telephone usage
rules; The agency policy states, To assist with the
incarcerated person's transition into a
custody environment, the orientation will be
both written and verbal (including video
orientation if available) and include the
following topics, supplemented by a more
detailed incarcerated person handbook that
will be provided to each incarcerated person
(15 CCR 1069):
(a)Facility rules and disciplinary actions
(b)Correspondence, visiting, and telephone
rules
(c)Incarcerated person grievance procedure
(d)Co-pays, fees, and charges
(e)Medical, dental, and mental health
services
(f)Possibilities for pretrial release
(g)Programs and activities, including
application procedures
☒ ☐ ☐ (h)Classification/housing assignments and
appeal procedures
(i)Court appearance, where scheduled, if
known
(j)Availability of personal care items and
opportunities for personal hygiene
(k)Emergency procedures (e.g., fires,
evacuations)(l)
Sexual abuse and sexual harassment
information, including the following (28 CFR
115.33):
1.Facility's zero-tolerance policy
2.Prevention and intervention
3.Instruction on how incarcerated persons
can avoid being victims of sexual abuse and
sexual harassment through self-protection
techniques
4.Treatment and counseling for victims of
sexual abuse or sexual harassment
5.Reporting sexual abuse or sexual
harassment incidents, including how to report
such incidents anonymously
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6.Mailing addresses and telephone numbers,
including toll-free hotline numbers where
available, of local, state, or national victim
advocacy or rape crisis organizations, and,
for persons detained solely for civil
immigration purposes, immigrant services
agencies (28 CFR 115.53)
7.Information regarding confidentiality,
monitoring, and mandatory reporting
(m)Contacting foreign consuls
(n)Requests for religious accommodations
(o)Voting, including registering to vote
(p)Direction for pregnant incarcerated
persons, including the information required in
Penal Code § 3407(e) and 15 CCR 1058.5
(q)The right to be taken before a magistrate
in this county if held on an out-of-county
warrant (Penal Code § 821; Penal Code §
822)
(2) rules and disciplinary procedures; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(3) grievance procedures; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(4) programs and activities available and method of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
application; ☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(5) medical and mental health services; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(6) classification/housing assignments; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(7) court appearance where scheduled, if known; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(8) voting, including registration; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(9) zero tolerance policy against sexual abuse and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
sexual harassment; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
(10) availability of personal care items and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
opportunities for personal hygiene. ☒ ☐ ☐ 503 Handbook and Orientation
1070 INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY SERVICE PROGRAMS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1000 Programs and Services
The facility administrator of a Type II, III, or IV facility shall
develop written policies and procedures which facilitate The agency policy states, The purpose of this
cooperation with appropriate public or private agencies policy is to establish the programs and
for individual or family social service programs for services that are available to incarcerated
incarcerated persons. Such a program shall utilize the ☒ ☐ ☐ persons. The programs and services exist to
services and resources available in the community and motivate offenders toward positive behavior
may be in the form of a resource guide or actual service while they are in custody. The policy identifies
delivery. the role and responsibilities of the Programs
Coordinator, who manages a range of
programs and services.
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The range and source of such services shall be at the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
discretion of the facility administrator and may include: 1000 Programs and Services
(a) risk and needs assessments;
(b) best practices in: The agency policy states, The Mono County
(1) individual, group or family counseling; Sheriff's Department will make available to
(2) drug and alcohol abuse counseling; incarcerated persons a variety of programs
(3) cognitive behavioral interventions; and services subject to resources and
(4) vocational testing and counseling; security concerns. Programs and services
(5) employment counseling; ☒ ☐ ☐ offered for the benefit of incarcerated persons
(6) discharge and reentry planning; may include social services, faith-based
(c) referral to community resources and programs; services, out of cell activities, library access,
(d) reentry planning and service development; educational/vocational training, alcohol and
(e) legal assistance; drug abuse recovery programs, and leisure
(f) regional center services for the developmentally time activities (15 CCR 1070).
disabled; and,
(g) community volunteers.
1071 VOTING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
611 Inmate Voting
The facility administrator of a Type I (holding sentenced
incarcerated workers) II, III or IV facility shall develop The agency policy states, Inmates who are in
written policies and procedures whereby the county custody during trial continue to have the right
registrar of voters allows qualified voters to vote in local, to vote. Except for individual inmates who
state, and federal elections, pursuant to election codes. have lost the right to vote, sentenced inmates
also maintain this right. Because inmates are
☒ ☐ ☐
unable to access public voting polls, the Jail
Commander or the authorized designee shall
develop written procedures whereby the
county registrar of voters allows qualified
voters to vote in local, state and federal
elections, pursuant to election codes (Title 15
CCR § 1071).
1072 RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
1012 Religious Programs
The facility administrator of a Type I, II, III or IV facility
shall develop written policies and procedures to provide The agency policy states, This policy
opportunities for incarcerated persons to participate in provides guidance regarding the right of
☒ ☐ ☐
religious services, practices, and counseling on a incarcerated persons to exercise their religion
voluntary basis. and for evaluating accommodation requests
for faith-based religious practices of
incarcerated persons (15 CCR 1072).
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1073 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
610 Grievances
(a) Each administrator of a Type II, III, or IV facility and
Type I facilities which hold incarcerated workers shall The agency policy states, It is the policy of
develop written policies and procedures whereby all this department that any incarcerated person
incarcerated persons have the opportunity and ability to may file a grievance relating to conditions of
submit and appeal grievances relating to any conditions confinement, which includes release date,
of confinement, including but not limited to: medical care; housing, medical care, food services, hygiene
classification actions; disciplinary actions; program and sanitation needs, recreation
participation; telephone, mail, and visiting procedures; opportunities, classification actions,
and food, clothing, and bedding. disciplinary actions, program participation,
☒ ☐ ☐
Such policies and procedures shall include: telephone and mail use procedures, visiting
procedures, and allegations of sexual abuse
(15 CCR 1073).
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
interviewed multiple incarcerated persons
about the grievance process. During the
interviews, incarcerated persons stated they
can obtain a grievance through sheriff’s
personnel when requested.
(1) a grievance form; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
610 Grievances
The agency policy states, All incarcerated
persons shall be provided with a grievance
process for resolving complaints arising from
facility matters with at least one level of
appeal.
Incarcerated persons will receive information
concerning the grievance procedure during
the orientation process. Information will also
be contained in the incarcerated persons
handbook. Information regarding the
grievance process will be provided to
incarcerated persons in the language they
understand.
The information will include (15 CCR 1073):
(a)A grievance form or instructions for
registering and appealing a grievance,
including relevant dates.
☒ ☐ ☐
(b)A process for submission and handling of
anonymous grievances.
(c)Instructions for the resolution of the
grievance at the lowest appropriate staff
level.
(d)The appeal process to the next level of
review.
(e)Written reasons for denial of a grievance at
each level of review.
(f)A provision for a non-automated initial
response within a reasonable time limit which
shall not exceed a period of 15 calendar days.
(g)A provision for resolving questions of
jurisdiction within the facility.
(h)Provisions for providing a copy of the
grievance, appeal, response, and related
documents to the incarcerated person.
(i)Consequences for abusing the grievance
system.
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(2) instructions for registering and appealing a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
grievance, including relevant deadlines; ☒ ☐ ☐ 610 Grievances
(3) a process for submission and handling of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
anonymous grievances; ☒ ☐ ☐ 610 Grievances
(4) resolution of the grievance at the lowest Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
appropriate staff level; ☒ ☐ ☐ 610 Grievances
(5) appeal to the next level of review; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 610 Grievances
(6) written reasons for denial of grievance at each Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
level of review which acts on the grievance; ☒ ☐ ☐ 610 Grievances
(7) provision for a non-automated initial response Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
within a reasonable time limit which shall not exceed 610 Grievances
a period of 15 calendar days;
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of
☒ ☐ ☐ grievances. During the review, BSCC staff
noted grievances were answered on the
same day or within a few days of the filing
date.
(8) provision for resolving questions of jurisdiction Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
within the facility; ☒ ☐ ☐ 610 Grievances
(9) provision for providing a copy of the grievance, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
appeal, response, and related documents to the 610 Grievances
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated person; and,
(10) The facility manager or designee shall conduct Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
regular review of grievances, responses, and 610 Grievances
☒ ☐ ☐
appeals.
(b) Grievance System Abuse: Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
The facility may establish written policy and procedure to 610 Grievances
control the submission of an excessive number of ☒ ☐
grievances.
1080 RULES AND DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
600 Discipline
Wherever discipline is administered, each facility
administrator shall establish written rules and disciplinary The agency policy states, It is the policy of
actions to guide the conduct of incarcerated persons. this department to maintain written general
Notes: If discipline IS NOT administered, written policy categories of prohibited incarcerated person
should indicate as such. If discipline IS administered, behavior that are clear, consistent, and
Sections 1080, 1081, 1082, 1083 and 1084 apply. uniformly applied. Written rules and
guidelines will be made available to all
incarcerated persons. They will include a
process for resolving minor infractions and a
☒ ☐ ☐
hearing process for a more serious breach of
incarcerated person rules. Criminal acts may
be referred to the appropriate criminal
agency.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of Inmate
Rules of Conduct Violation reports. After the
documentation review, BSCC staff
determined the agency complies with this
regulation.
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Such rules and disciplinary actions shall be stated simply Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
and affirmatively and posted conspicuously in housing 600 Discipline
units and the booking area or issued to each person upon
booking. The agency policy states, Incarcerated
persons cannot be held accountable for rules
of which they are unaware. However, it is
impossible to define every possible prohibited
act or rule violation that might be encountered
in a detention facility. Therefore, a current list
of recognized infractions that are generally
☒ ☐ ☐ prohibited should be available in each
housing unit. All incarcerated persons,
regardless of their housing unit, shall have
access to these rules. For those individuals
with limited literacy, unable to read English,
and for persons with disabilities, provisions
shall be made for staff to instruct them
verbally or provide them with material in an
understandable form (15 CCR 1080) (see the
Handbook and Orientation Policy).
For those individuals with limited literacy, who are unable Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
to read English, and for persons with disabilities, 600 Discipline
provision shall be made for the jail staff to instruct them
verbally or provide them with material in an ☒ ☐ ☐
understandable form regarding jail rules and disciplinary
procedures and actions.
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1081 PLAN FOR DISCIPLINE OF INCARCERATED Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
PERSONS 600 Discipline
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies The agency policy states, Minor acts of non-
and procedures for discipline of incarcerated persons. conformance to the rules may be handled
The plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following informally by any correctional deputy (15
elements: CCR 1081).
(a) Temporary Loss of Privileges: For minor acts of non- A violation of rules observed by general
conformance or minor violations of facility rules, staff may service employees, volunteers, or contractors
impose a temporary loss of privileges, such as access to will be reported to a correctional deputy for
television, telephones, commissary, or lockdown for less further action. Correctional Deputy are
than 24 hours, provided there is written documentation authorized to recommend informal actions on
and supervisory approval. minor violations.
Any staff member imposing informal
discipline shall complete the reporting portion
of the disciplinary report and provide the form
to the supervisor for review prior to the
imposition of the action.
Disciplinary actions that may be imposed for
minor rule violations include (15 CCR 1081):
•Counseling the incarcerated person
regarding expected conduct.
☒ ☐ ☐ •Assignment to extra work detail.
•Removal from work detail (without losing
work time credits).
•Loss of television, telephone, and/or
commissary privileges for a period not to
exceed 24 hours.
•Lockdown in the incarcerated person's
assigned cell or confinement in the
incarcerated person's bunk area for a period
not to exceed 24 hours.
An incarcerated person may request that a
supervisor review the imposed action.
However, this request must be made within
one hour of receiving notice of the action. The
supervisor should respond to the request
within a reasonable time (generally within two
hours) and shall have final authority as to the
imposition of informal discipline.
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
determined the agency is compliant with this
regulation.
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(b) Disciplinary Actions: Major violations of facility rules Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
or repetitive minor acts of non-conformance or repetitive 600 Discipline
minor violations of facility rules shall be reported in writing
by the staff member observing the act and submitted to The agency policy states, Discipline shall be
the disciplinary officer. The consequences of such commensurate with the nature and
violations may include, but are not limited to: circumstances of the offense committed, the
incarcerated person's disciplinary history, and
the actions imposed for comparable offenses
by other incarcerated persons with similar
histories (28 CFR 115.78(b); 15 CCR 1082).
In all cases, actions should be imposed for
the purpose of controlling or changing an
incarcerated person's behavior, promotion of
desired behavior through a progressive
☒ ☐ ☐
disciplinary process, and not for the purpose
of punishment (15 CCR 1082).
Acceptable forms of discipline shall consist of
but not be limited to the following (15 CCR
1082):
•Loss of privileges
•Extra work detail
•Short-term lockdown for less than 24 hours
•Removal from work details
•Forfeiture of work time credits earned under
Penal Code § 4019
•Forfeiture of good time credits earned under
Penal Code § 4019
•Disciplinary detention
1. Loss of good time/work time. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 600 Discipline
2. Placement in disciplinary separation. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 600 Discipline
3. Loss of privileges mandated by regulations. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 600 Discipline
A staff member with investigative and disciplinary Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
authority shall be designated as a disciplinary officer to 600 Discipline
☒ ☐ ☐
impose such consequences.
Staff shall not participate in disciplinary review if they are Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
involved in the charges. 600 Discipline
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander shall appoint at least one
hearing officer to preside and conduct
disciplinary hearings of major rule violations.
The hearing officer should be a qualified
supervisor or suitably trained designee who
☒ ☐ ☐ will have the responsibility and authority to
rule on charges of incarcerated person rule
violations. The hearing officer shall also have
the power to impose actions. The hearing
officer shall not investigate nor preside over
any incarcerated person disciplinary hearing
on cases where the hearing officer was a
witness or was directly involved in the incident
that generated the complaint (15 CCR 1081).
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Such charges pending against an incarcerated person Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
shall be acted on with the following provisions and within 600 Discipline
specified timeframes:
1. A copy of the report, or a separate written notice The agency policy states, The hearing officer
of the violation(s), shall be provided to the shall write a report regarding the decision and
incarcerated person. detailing the evidence and the reasons for the
disciplinary action. A copy of the report shall
☒ ☐ ☐
be provided to the incarcerated person. The
original shall be filed with the record of the
proceedings. All documentation related to the
disciplinary process shall be retained and a
copy should be placed in the incarcerated
person's file (15 CCR 1081).
2. Unless declined by the incarcerated person, a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
hearing shall be provided no sooner than 24 hours 600 Discipline
after the report has been submitted to the disciplinary
officer and the incarcerated person has been The agency policy states, Unless waived in
informed of the charges in writing. The hearing may ☒ ☐ ☐ writing by the incarcerated person, hearings
be postponed or continued for a reasonable time may not be held in less than 24 hours from
through a written waiver by the incarcerated person, the time of notification (15 CCR 1081).
or for good cause.
3. The incarcerated person shall be permitted to Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
appear on their own behalf at the time of hearing and 600 Discipline
present witnesses and documentary evidence. The
incarcerated person shall have access to staff or The agency policy states, Accused
assistance when they have limited literacy, or the incarcerated persons have the right to make
issues are complex. a statement, present evidence, and call
witnesses at the hearing (15 CCR 1081).
☒ ☐ ☐
Requests for witnesses shall be submitted in
writing by the incarcerated person no later
than 12 hours before the scheduled start of
the hearing. The written request must include
a brief summary of what the witness is
expected to say.
4. A charge(s) shall be acted on no later than 72 Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
hours after an incarcerated person has been 600 Discipline
informed of the charge(s) in writing.
The agency policy states, Investigations
involving major rule violations should be
initiated within 24 hours of the initial report
and completed in sufficient time for the
incarcerated person to have a disciplinary
☒ ☐ ☐
hearing, which is required within 72 hours of
the time the incarcerated person was
informed, in writing, of the charges. If
additional time is needed, the investigating
supervisor will request more time in writing
from the Supervisor. The incarcerated person
will be notified in writing of the delay.
5. Subsequent to final disposition of disciplinary Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
charges by the disciplinary officer, the charges and 600 Discipline
the action taken shall be reviewed by the facility
manager or designee. The agency policy states, All disciplinary
☒ ☐ ☐ hearing reports and dispositions shall be
reviewed by the Jail Commander or the
authorized designee soon after the final
disposition (15 CCR 1081).
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6. The incarcerated person shall be advised in a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
written statement by the fact-finders about the 600 Discipline
evidence relied on and the reasons for the
☒ ☐ ☐
disciplinary action. A copy of the record shall be kept
pursuant to Penal Code Section 4019.5.
7. There shall be a policy of review and appeal to a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
supervisor on all disciplinary action. 600 Discipline
The agency policy states, Incarcerated
persons wishing to appeal the decision of the
hearing officer must do so in writing within five
days of the decision. All appeals will be
forwarded to the Jail Commander or the
authorized designee for review (15 CCR
1081).
☒ ☐ ☐
Only appeals based on the following will be
considered:
(a)The disciplinary process or procedures
were not followed.
(b)There was insufficient evidence to support
the hearing officer's decision.
(c)The discipline imposed was not
proportionate to the violation committed.
1082 FORMS OF DISCIPLINE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
600 Discipline
The degree of actions taken by the disciplinary officer
shall be directly related to the severity of the rule The agency policy states, Discipline shall be
infraction and promotion of desired behavior through a commensurate with the nature and
progressive disciplinary process. Acceptable forms of circumstances of the offense committed, the
discipline shall consist of, but not be limited to, the incarcerated person's disciplinary history, and
following: the actions imposed for comparable offenses
(a) Loss of privileges. by other incarcerated persons with similar
(b) Extra work detail. histories (28 CFR 115.78(b); 15 CCR 1082).
(c) Short term lockdown for less than 24 hours. In all cases, actions should be imposed for
(d) Removal from work details. the purpose of controlling or changing an
(e) Forfeiture of “good time” credits earned under Penal incarcerated person's behavior, promotion of
Code Section 4019. desired behavior through a progressive
(f) Forfeiture of “work time” credits earned under Penal disciplinary process, and not for the purpose
Code Section 4019. of punishment (15 CCR 1082).
(g) Disciplinary separation.
☒ ☐ ☐ Acceptable forms of discipline shall consist of
but not be limited to the following (15 CCR
1082):
•Loss of privileges
•Extra work detail
•Short-term lockdown for less than 24 hours
•Removal from work details
•Forfeiture of work time credits earned under
Penal Code § 4019
•Forfeiture of good time credits earned under
Penal Code § 4019
•Disciplinary detention
During the documentation review, BSCC staff
noted the majority of sanctions given were for
less than two weeks or dismissed by the
sergeant
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1083 LIMITATIONS ON DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
600 Discipline
The Penal Code and the State Constitution expressly
prohibit all cruel and unusual punishment. Disciplinary The agency policy states, Disciplinary
actions shall not include corporal punishment, group separation shall be considered an option of
punishment when feasible, or physical or psychological last resort and as a response to the most
degradation. serious and threatening behavior, for the
☒ ☐ ☐
shortest time possible, and with the least
Additionally, there shall be the following limitations: restrictive conditions possible (15 CCR
(a) Disciplinary separation shall be considered an option 1083).
of last resort and as a response to the most serious and
threatening behavior, for the shortest time possible, and
with the least restrictive conditions possible.
(1) If a person is on disciplinary separation status for Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
30 consecutive days there shall be a review by the 600 Discipline
facility manager before the disciplinary separation
status is continued. This review shall include a The agency policy states, Disciplinary
consultation with health care staff. Such reviews shall separation in excess of 30 days shall be
continue at least every fifteen days thereafter until reviewed by the Jail Commander before the
the disciplinary status has ended. This review shall discipline is imposed. The review shall
☒ ☐ ☐
be documented. include a consultation with health care staff.
Such reviews shall continue at least every 15
days thereafter until the disciplinary status
has ended. These reviews shall be
documented (15 CCR 1082(g); 15 CCR
1083(a)).
(2) The disciplinary separation cells or cell shall have Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
the minimum furnishings and space specified in Title 600 Discipline
24, Part 2, 1231.2.6 and 2.7. Occupants shall be
issued clothing and bedding as specified in Articles The agency policy states, Incarcerated
13 and 14 of these regulations and shall not be persons placed in disciplinary separation are
deprived of them through any portion of the day considered special management
except that those incarcerated persons who engage incarcerated persons and shall not be denied
in the destruction of bedding or clothing may be prescribed medication.
deprived of such articles. The decision to deprive a Special management incarcerated persons
person of such articles of clothing and bedding shall will be provided with clothing that identifies
be reviewed by the facility manager or designee their status, but in no case will this clothing be
during each 24-hour period. used to intentionally disgrace the
incarcerated person.
Absent unusual circumstances, special
management incarcerated persons will
continue to have the same access to personal
items in their cell as general population
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons have, including the
following:
•Clean laundry
•Barbering and hair care services
•Clothing exchanges
•Bedding and linen exchanges
Incarcerated persons in disciplinary
separation shall not be deprived of bedding or
clothing except in cases where the inmate
destroys such articles or uses them to attempt
suicide (15 CCR 1083(a)(2)). The decision to
continue to deprive the incarcerated person
of these articles must be made by the Jail
Commander or the authorized designee and
reviewed every 24 hours
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(3) If after placement in separation, mental health or Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
medical staff determine that an individual has serious 600 Discipline
mental illness or an intellectual disability, they shall
be removed from disciplinary separation immediately The agency policy states, If after placement
upon this determination. in separation, mental health or medical staff
☒ ☐ ☐ determine an incarcerated person to have a
serious mental illness or an intellectual
disability, the person shall be removed from
disciplinary separation immediately upon this
determination (15 CCR 1083(a)).
(b) The delegation of authority to any incarcerated person Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
or group of incarcerated people to exercise the right of 600 Discipline
punishment over any other incarcerated person or group
of incarcerated people. The agency policy states, In no case shall any
Note: PC § 4019.5. incarcerated person or group of incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
persons be delegated the authority to punish
any other incarcerated person or group of
incarcerated persons (Penal Code § 4019.5;
15 CCR 1083).
(c) In no case shall a safety cell, as specified in Title 24, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Part 2, 1231.2.5, or any restraint device be used for 600 Discipline
disciplinary purposes.
The agency policy states, In no case shall a
☒ ☐ ☐
safety cell, as specified in the Safety and
Sobering Cells Policy, be used for disciplinary
purposes (15 CCR 1083).
(d) No incarcerated person may be deprived of the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
implements necessary to maintain an acceptable level of 600 Discipline
personal hygiene as specified in Section 1265 of these
regulations. The agency policy states, No incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐ person may be deprived of the implements
necessary to maintain an acceptable level of
personal hygiene (15 CCR 1083; 15 CCR
1265).
(e) Food shall not be withheld as a disciplinary measure. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
600 Discipline
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency policy states, Food shall not be
withheld as a disciplinary measure (15 CCR
1083).
(f) Correspondence privileges shall not be withheld Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
except in cases where the incarcerated person has 600 Discipline
violated correspondence regulations, in which case
correspondence may be suspended for no longer than 72 The agency policy states, Correspondence
hours, without the review and approval of the facility privileges shall not be withheld except in
manager. cases where the incarcerated person has
☒ ☐ ☐
violated correspondence regulations, in
which case correspondence other than legal
mail may be suspended for no longer than 72
hours without the review and approval of the
Jail Commander (15 CCR 1083).
(g) In no case shall access to courts and legal counsel be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
suspended as a disciplinary measure. 600 Discipline
The agency policy states, In no case shall
☒ ☐ ☐
access to the courts and/or legal counsel be
suspended as a disciplinary measure (15
CCR 1083).
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1084 DISCIPLINARY RECORDS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
600 Discipline
Penal Code Section 4019.5 requires that a record is kept
of all disciplinary actions administered therefore. This The agency policy states, California Penal
requirement may be satisfied by retaining copies of rule Code § 4019.5 requires that all disciplinary
☒ ☐ ☐
violation reports and report of the disposition of each. actions administered be documented. This
requirement may be satisfied by retaining
copies of rule violation reports, including the
disposition of each violation (15 CCR 1084).
1206.5 MANAGEMENT OF COMMUNICABLE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
DISEASES IN A CUSTODY SETTING 713 Communicable Diseases
(a) The responsible physician, in conjunction with the The agency policy states, It is the policy of
facility administrator and the county health officer, shall this department to maintain an effective
develop a written plan to address the identification, program that focuses on the identification,
treatment, control and follow-up management of education, immunization, prevention,
tuberculosis and other communicable diseases. The plan surveillance, diagnosis, medical isolation
shall cover the intake screening procedures, ☒ ☐ ☐ (when indicated), treatment, follow-up and
identification of relevant symptoms, referral for a medical proper reporting to local, state and federal
evaluation, treatment responsibilities during agencies of communicable diseases. The
incarceration and coordination with public health officials program is designed to ensure that a safe and
for follow-up treatment in the community. The plan shall healthy environment is created and
reflect the current local incidence of communicable maintained for all occupants of the facility (15
diseases which threaten the health of incarcerated CCR 1051; 15 CCR 1206.5; 15 CCR 1206(i)).
people and staff.
(b) Consistent with the above plan, the health authority Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
shall, in cooperation with the facility administrator and the 713 Communicable Diseases
county health officer, set forth in writing, policies and
procedures in conformance with applicable state and The agency policy states, Creating a
federal law, which include, but are not limited to: multidisciplinary team, including the
(1) The types of communicable diseases to be Responsible Physician, and security and
reported; administrative representatives, who will meet
☒ ☐ ☐ at least quarterly to review and discuss
communicable disease issues and activities.
The ECO shall retain minutes of these
meetings in accordance with established
records retention schedules. The ECO also
shall coordinate with the local public health
entity on appropriate policy and procedure.
(2) The persons who shall receive the medical Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
reports; 713 Communicable Diseases
The agency policy states, The health
authority shall be responsible for ensuring the
systematic collection and analysis of data to
☒ ☐ ☐
assist in the identification of problems,
epidemics, or clusters of nosocomial
infections. All reportable illnesses as defined
by the public health department shall be
reported as required (15 CCR 1206.5(b)).
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(3) Sharing of medical information with incarcerated Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
persons and custody staff; 713 Communicable Diseases
The agency policy states, The supervisor
shall advise the employee of the laws and
regulations concerning disclosure of the
identity and infectious status of a source, and
of information contained in this policy
☒ ☐ ☐ regarding source testing.
If the ECO is unavailable to seek testing of the
person who was the source of the exposure,
it is the responsibility of the exposed
employee’s supervisor to ensure testing is
sought according to the guidelines in this
policy
(4) Medical procedures required to identify the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
presence of disease(s) and lessen the risk of 713 Communicable Diseases
☒ ☐ ☐
exposure to others;
(5) Medical confidentiality requirements; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
713 Communicable Diseases
The agency policy states, This information is
confidential and shall not be disclosed to
☒ ☐ ☐ anyone without the employee’s written
consent (except as required by law). Test
results from persons who may have been the
source of an exposure are to be kept
confidential as well (15 CCR 1206.5(b)(5)).
(6) Housing considerations based upon behavior, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
medical needs, and safety of the affected 713 Communicable Diseases
incarcerated persons;
The agency policy states, Any incarcerated
person suspected of having a communicable
disease will be evaluated by a qualified health
care professional as soon as reasonably
practicable. Incarcerated persons suspected
of having communicable diseases will be
appropriately isolated until disease
confirmation and the period of
communicability is determined. Long-term
☒ ☐ ☐
housing consideration will be based upon the
classification status as well as the behavior,
medical needs, and safety of incarcerated
persons and staff. These incarcerated
persons shall be examined by a qualified
health care professional within 24 hours. The
instructions of the qualified health care
professional regarding care of the patient and
sanitizing of eating utensils, clothing, and
bedding shall be carefully followed (15 CCR
1206.5(a); 15 CCR 1206.5(b)(6)).
(7) Provisions for consent by an incarcerated person Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
that address the limits of confidentiality; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 713 Communicable Diseases
(8) Reporting and appropriate action upon the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
possible exposure of custody staff to a 713 Communicable Diseases
☒ ☐ ☐
communicable disease.
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1211 SICK CALL Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
702 Non-Emergency Health Care
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health
authority, shall develop written policies and procedures, The agency policy states, It is the policy of
which provide daily sick call for all incarcerated persons this department to provide daily access to
or provision made that any incarcerated person qualified health care professionals or health-
requesting medical/mental health attention be given such trained custody staff in order for incarcerated
attention. persons to request medical services (15 CCR
☒ ☐ ☐ 1200). All health care requests will be
documented, triaged, and referred
appropriately by medical staff. Qualified
health care professionals will conduct sick
call and clinics for health care services on a
scheduled basis to ensure a timely response
to requests for medical services (15 CCR
1211).
1240 FREQUENCY OF SERVING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
900 Food Services
In Temporary Holding, Type I, II, and III facilities, and
those Type IV facilities where food is served, food shall The agency policy states, Meals shall be
be served three times in any 24-hour period. At least one served at least three times during each 24-
of these meals shall include hot food. Supplemental food hour period. At least one meal must include
must be served to incarcerated persons if more than 14 hot food. Any deviation from this requirement
hours pass between evening and morning meals. shall be subject to the review and approval of
Additionally, supplemental food must be served to people a registered dietitian to ensure that
on medical diets in less than the time period outlined incarcerated persons receive meals that meet
above, if prescribed by the responsible physician. nutritional guidelines.
Incarcerated persons must be provided a
☒ ☐ ☐
minimum of 15 minutes dining time for each
meal. There must be no more than 14 hours
between a substantial evening meal and
breakfast. A substantial evening meal is
classified as a serving of three or more menu
items at one time, including a high-quality
protein, such as meat, fish, eggs, or cheese.
The meal shall represent no less than 20
percent of the day's total nutrition
requirements. If more than 14 hours pass
between meals, approved snacks will be
provided.
A minimum of fifteen minutes shall be allowed for the Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
actual consumption of each meal except for those on 900 Food Services
medical diets where the responsible physician has ☒ ☐ ☐
prescribed additional time.
Provisions shall be made for incarcerated persons who Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
may miss a regularly scheduled facility meal. They shall 900 Food Services
be provided with a substitute meal and beverage, and on
medical diets shall be provided with their prescribed The agency policy states, Incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
meal. persons who miss, or may miss, a regularly
scheduled meal must be provided with a
beverage and a sandwich or substitute meal.
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1260 STANDARD INSTITUTIONAL CLOTHING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
The standard issue of climatically suitable clothing to
incarcerated people held after arraignment in all but The agency policy states, An incarcerated
Court Holding, Temporary Holding, and Type IV facilities person admitted to the facility for 72 hours or
shall include, but not be limited to: more and assigned to a living unit shall be
(a) Clean socks and footwear; issued a set of facility clothing. The issue of
clothing appropriate to the climate for
incarcerated persons shall include but is not
limited to: (15 CCR 1260):
☒ ☐ ☐
•Clean socks.
•Clean outer garments.
•Clean undergarments (e.g., shorts,
undershirt, bra and two pairs of panties).
•Footwear.
During this inspection, clothing was viewed.
All clothing appeared clean and free of holes
and tears.
(b) Clean outergarments; and, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
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(c) Clean undergarments; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
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(1) For males – shorts and undershirt, and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
(2) For females – bra and two pairs of panties. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
The person’s personal undergarments and footwear may Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
be substituted for the institutional undergarments and 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
footwear specified in this regulation. This option
notwithstanding, the facility has the primary responsibility The agency policy states, Additional clothing
to provide the personal undergarments and footwear. may be issued as necessary for changing
weather conditions or as seasonally
☒ ☐ ☐ appropriate. An incarcerated person's
personal undergarments and footwear may
be substituted for the institutional
undergarments and footwear, provided there
is a legitimate medical necessity for the items
and they are approved by the medical staff.
All issued and exchanged clothing shall be clean and free Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
of holes or tears, reasonably fitted, durable, easily 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
laundered and repaired. Undergarments shall be clean,
free of holes or tears, and substantially free of stains. The agency policy states, All issued and
Individuals shall be able to select the garment type more exchanged clothing shall be clean and free of
compatible with their gender identity and gender holes or tears, reasonably fitted, durable, and
expression. easily laundered and repaired.
☒ ☐ ☐
Undergarments shall be clean, free of holes
or tears, and substantially free of stains.
Individuals shall be able to select the garment
type more compatible with their gender
identity and gender expression (15 CCR
1260).
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1264 CONTROL OF VERMIN IN PERSONAL Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
CLOTHING 802 Vermin and Pest Control
There shall be written policies and procedures developed The agency policy states, It is the policy of
by the facility administrator to control contamination this department that vermin and pests be
and/or spread of vermin in all incarcerated people’s controlled within the facility (15 CCR 1280).
personal clothing. Infested clothing shall be cleaned, The Jail Commander or the authorized
disinfected, or stored in a closed container so as to designee shall be responsible for developing
eradicate or stop the spread of vermin. ☒ ☐ ☐ and implementing this policy, in cooperation
with the Responsible Physician and the local
public health entity, for the sanitation and
control of vermin and pests, and to establish
medical protocols for treating inmate clothing,
personal effects and living areas, with specific
guidelines for treating an infested inmate (15
CCR 1264).
1265 ISSUE OF PERSONAL CARE ITEMS Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
There shall be written policies and procedures developed
by the facility administrator for the issue of personal The agency policy states, Personal hygiene
hygiene items. items, hair care services, and facilities for
showers will be provided in accordance with
☒ ☐ ☐
applicable laws and regulations. This is to
maintain a standard of hygiene among
incarcerated persons in compliance with the
requirements established by state laws as
part of a healthy living environment.
Each menstruating person shall be provided with sanitary Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
napkins, panty liners, and tampons as requested with no 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
☒ ☐ ☐
maximum allowance.
Each person to be held over 24 hours who is unable to Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
supply themself with the following personal care items, 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
because of either indigency or the absence of a canteen,
shall be issued: The agency policy states, Each incarcerated
(a) Toothbrush, person held more than 24 hours who does not
have the following personal care items shall
be issued the following items at no cost (15
CCR 1265):
☒ ☐ ☐ •Toothbrush
•Dentifrice
•Soap
•Comb
•Shaving implements
•Sanitary pads, panty liners, and tampons as
requested at no maximum allowance (Penal
Code § 4023.5)
(b) Dentifrice, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
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(c) Soap, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
(d) Comb, and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
(e) Shaving implements. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
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Personal care items shall be issued within the first 12 Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
hours of housing assignment. 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
The agency policy states, Personal care
items shall be issued within the first 12 hours
☒ ☐ ☐
of a housing assignment. Incarcerated
persons shall not be required to share
personal care items or disposable razors (15
CCR 1265).
Incarcerated persons shall not be required to share any Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
personal care items listed in items “a” through “d.” ☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
Incarcerated people will not share disposable razors. Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
Double edged safety razors, electric razors, and other Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
shaving instruments capable of breaking the skin, when 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
shared among incarcerated people, must be disinfected
between individual uses by the method prescribed by the The agency policy states, Other barbering
State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology in Sections equipment capable of breaking the skin must
979 and 980, Division 9, Title 16, California Code of ☒ ☐ ☐ be disinfected between individual uses, as
Regulations. prescribed by the California Board of
Barbering and Cosmetology to meet the
requirements of 16 CCR 979 and 16 CCR 980
(15 CCR 1267(c)).
1266 SHOWERING Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
There shall be written policies and procedures developed
by the facility administrator for showering/bathing. The agency policy states, Incarcerated
persons will be allowed to shower upon
assignment to a housing unit and at least
every other day thereafter, or more often if
possible. Absent exigent circumstances, no
person shall be prohibited from showering at
least every other day following assignment to
☒ ☐ ☐ a housing unit. If showering is prohibited, it
shall be approved by the Jail Commander or
the authorized designee, and the reasons for
prohibition shall be documented (15 CCR
1266).
All housing areas have showers located in the
dayrooms. All persons have access to the
showers when the module dayrooms are
open for free time.
Incarcerated persons shall be permitted to shower/bathe Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
upon assignment to a housing unit and at least every 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
☒ ☐ ☐
other day or more often if possible.
Absent exigent circumstances, no person shall be Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
prohibited from showering at least every other day 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
following assignment to a housing unit. If showering is
prohibited, it must be approved by the facility manager or ☒ ☐ ☐
designee, and the reason(s) for prohibition shall be
documented.
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1267 HAIR CARE SERVICES Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
608 Grooming
(a) Hair care services shall be available.
The agency policy states, The Jail
Commander or the authorized designee shall
☒ ☐ ☐ establish written procedures for incarcerated
person hair care services (15 CCR 1267(a)).
The procedures will include schedules for hair
care services and allow rescheduling for
conflicts, such as court appearances.
(b) Except those who may not shave for reasons of Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
identification in court, incarcerated people shall be 608 Grooming
allowed to shave daily and receive hair care services at
least once a month. The facility administrator may The agency policy states, Incarcerated
suspend this requirement in relation to people who are persons shall generally be permitted to
considered to be a danger to themselves or others. receive hair care services once per month
☒ ☐ ☐
after being in custody for at least 30 days.
Staff may suspend access to hair care
services if an incarcerated person appears to
be a danger to themself or others or to the
safety and security of the facility.
(c) Equipment shall be disinfected, after each use, by a Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
method approved by the State Board of Barbering and 608 Grooming
Cosmetology to meet the requirements of Title 16,
Division 9, Sections 979 and 980, California Code of The agency policy states, Grooming
Regulations. equipment will be disinfected before and after
☒ ☐ ☐
each use by the methods approved by the
State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology to
meet the requirements of (16 CCR 979; 16
CCR 980; 15 CCR 1267(c)).
1270 STANDARD BEDDING AND LINEN ISSUE Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
The standard issue of clean suitable bedding and linens,
for each incarcerated person entering a living area who The agency policy states, Mattresses will be
is expected to remain overnight, shall include, but not be serviceable and enclosed in an easily
limited to: cleanable, nonabsorbent material and
(a) one serviceable mattress which meets the conform to the size of the bunk. Mattresses
requirements of Section 1272 of these regulations; will be cleaned and disinfected when an
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated person is released or upon
reissue.
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
interviewed persons incarcerated who
informed them they receive bedding
exchange weekly.
(b) one mattress cover or one sheet; Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
The agency policy states, Two sheets or one
sheet and a clean mattress cover.
1.Two blankets or a sleep bag may be issued
☒ ☐ ☐
in place of one mattress cover or one sheet at
the request of the incarcerated person.
(d)One clean washcloth, hand towel, and
bath towel.
(e)One pillow and pillowcase.
(c) one towel; and, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
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(d) one blanket or more depending up on climatic Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
conditions. ☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
Policy and procedure shall require that items (a), (b), and Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
(d) above be provided prior to the first night in the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐ 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
Two blankets or sleep bag may be issued in place of one Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
mattress cover or one sheet at the request of the 804 Incarcerated Person Hygiene
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated person.
1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
MAINTENANCE 800 Sanitation Inspections
The facility administrator shall develop written policies The agency policy states, The Mono County
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable Sheriff's Department has established a plan
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the to promote and comply with the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule environmental safety and sanitation
☒ ☐ ☐
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and requirements established by applicable laws,
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices ordinances and regulations. This policy
which may be found. establishes a plan of housekeeping tasks and
inspections required to identify and correct
unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work
practices in this facility.
Medical care housing as described in Title 24, Part 2, Mono County SO Custody Manual, Policy
Section 1231.2.14, shall be cleaned and sanitized 800 Sanitation Inspections
according to policies and procedures established by the ☒ ☐ ☐
health authority.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in jail cells? If YES, the following sections, including
those summarized in Title 15, Article 8
Facilities that do not hold minors in the jail cells are not (Minors in Jails), apply.
subject to Title 15, Article 9 biennial inspections; ☐ ☒ ☐
however, if minors are held in the building, they may be No minors are held at this facility.
subject to the requirements of WIC §207.1.
1047 SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF A MINOR
IN AN ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
The facility administrator shall develop policy and
procedures for notification of the court of jurisdiction and ☐ ☐ ☒
the parent, guardian, or person standing in loco
parentis, in the event of a suicide attempt, serious
illness, injury or death of a minor in custody.
1101 RESTRICTIONS ON CONTACT WITH
INCARCERATED ADULTS
The facility administrator shall establish policies and
procedures to restrict sight and sound contact, as
☐ ☐ ☒
defined in Section 1006, between detained minors and
adults confined in the facility. The policies and
procedures should consider trauma-informed
approaches in protecting minors from contact.
In situations where brief or accidental contact may
occur, such as booking or facility movement, facility staff
(trained in the supervision of incarcerated people) shall
☐ ☐ ☒
maintain a constant, side-by-side presence with the
minor or the adult to prevent sustained contact.
1102 CLASSIFICATION
The facility administrator shall develop and implement a
written plan designed to provide for the safety of staff ☐ ☐ ☒
and minors held at the facility.
The plan shall include the following:
(a) a procedure for receiving and transmitting
information regarding minors who present a risk or
hazard to self or others while confined at the facility, and
☐ ☐ ☒
the separation of such minors to the extent possible
within the limits of the facility.
(b) a procedure to provide care for any minor who
appears to be in need of or who requests medical,
mental health, or developmental disability treatment.
Written procedures shall be established by the ☐ ☐ ☒
responsible health administrator in cooperation with the
facility administrator.
(c) a suicide prevention program designed to identify,
monitor, and provide treatment to those minors who
☐ ☐ ☒
present a suicide risk.
(d) provide that minors be housed separately from
adults and not be allowed to come or remain in contact
with adults except as provided in Section 208(c) of the ☐ ☐ ☒
Welfare and Institutions Code.
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1103 RELEASE PROCEDURES
Facility staff shall notify the parents or guardians prior to
the release of a minor. The minor's personal clothing ☐ ☐ ☒
and valuables shall be returned to the minor, parents or
guardian, upon the minor's release or consent.
1104 SUPERVISION OF MINORS
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
policy and procedures that provide for: ☐ ☐ ☒
(a) continuous around-the-clock supervision of minors
with assurance that staff can hear and respond; and,
(b) safety checks of minors at least once every 30
minutes. These safety checks shall include the direct
visual observation of movement and skin. Safety checks
shall not be replaced, but may be supplemented by, an
audio/visual electronic surveillance system designed to ☐ ☐ ☒
detect overt, aggressive, or assaultive behavior and to
summon aid in emergencies. All safety checks shall be
documented.
1105 RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures to provide a recreation program that
shall protect the welfare of minors and incarcerated ☐ ☐ ☒
adults, recognize facility security needs and comply with
minimum jail standards for recreation (California Code
of Regulations, Title 15, Section 1065).
1106 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
Nothing in this regulation shall prevent the administrator
from removing a detained minor from the general
population or program for reasons of the minor's mental
or physical health; or under any circumstances in which
☐ ☐ ☒
the safety of the minor, incarcerated adults, staff, the
program or community is endangered, pending a
disciplinary action or review. With the exceptions noted
below, the provisions of Section 1080-1084 shall apply
when a minor is involved in disciplinary actions.
(a) Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section
208.3, minors may not be placed in room confinement
☐ ☐ ☒
for disciplinary purposes.
(b) Permitted forms of discipline include:
(1) temporary loss of privileges; and, ☐ ☐ ☒
(2) loss of privileges mandated by applicable
regulations. ☐ ☐ ☒
(c) Access to visitation and recreation shall be restricted
only after a second level review by a supervisor or
manager and shall not extend beyond five days without ☐ ☐ ☒
subsequent review.
(d) Prohibited forms of discipline include:
(1) discipline that does not fit the violation; ☐ ☐ ☒
(2) corporal punishment;
☐ ☐ ☒
(3) discipline imposed by incarcerated persons;
☐ ☐ ☒
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
(4) placement in safety cells, sobering cells, or any
other cell not specifically designated for the
☐ ☐ ☒
detention of minors;
(5) deprivation of food; and,
☐ ☐ ☒
(6) room confinement.
☐ ☐ ☒
1120 EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR MINORS IN
JAILS
Whenever a minor is held in a Type II or III facility, the
facility administrator shall coordinate with the County ☐ ☐ ☒
Department of Education or County Superintendent of
Schools to provide education programs as required by
Section 48200 of the Education Code.
1122.5 PREGNANT MINORS
(a) The health administrator, in cooperation with the
facility administrator, shall develop written policies and ☐ ☐ ☒
procedures pertaining to pregnant minors that address
the requirements in Title 15, Section 1417.
(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
minors. The policy shall address requirements of Penal ☐ ☐ ☒
Code 3407. Policy shall include reference to the
following:
(1) A minor known to be pregnant or in recovery
after delivery or termination of the pregnancy shall
not be restrained by the use of leg or waist ☐ ☐ ☒
restraints, or handcuffs behind the body.
(2) A pregnant minor in labor, during delivery, or in
recovery after delivery or termination of the
pregnancy, shall not be restrained by the wrists,
ankles, or both, unless deemed necessary for the ☐ ☐ ☒
safety and security of the minor, the staff, or the
public.
(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional
who is currently responsible for the medical care of
a pregnant minor during a medical emergency,
labor, delivery, or recovery after delivery or ☐ ☐ ☒
termination of the pregnancy determines that the
removal of restraints is medically necessary.
(4) Upon confirmation of a minor's pregnancy, they
shall be advised, orally or in writing, of the
☐ ☐ ☒
standards and policies governing pregnant minors.
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ADULT TYPE I, II, III AND IV FACILITIES
PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
The Board of State and Community Corrections
APPLICABLE TITLE 24 REGULATIONS: 6/94; 2/99; 2001; 2005; 2008; 2010; 2013; 2017; 2019
BSCC Code: 3250
FACILITY NAME: Mono County Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
6/94: 2/99: 2001: 2005: 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply): 2013: 2017: 2019: 3/80 1994
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Rafael Gomez DATE: 08/04/25
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
1231.2.1 RECEPTION AND BOOKING Weapons lockers are located outside of the
administrative hallway and vehicle sallyport
Facilities where booking and housing occur shall have
the following space and equipment: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Weapons locker as specified in Section
1231.3.12.
2. A cell or room for the confinement of inmates
pending their booking, complying with Section
☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.2.
3. A sobering cell as described in Section 1231.2.4 Two sobering cells. The agency uses these
if intoxicated, inmates who may pose a danger to cells as observation cells when needed.
☒ ☐ ☐
themselves or others are held.
For those facilities that accept male and female
intoxicated inmates two sobering cells shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
provided.
4. Access to a shower within the secure portion of
the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Provide access to a secure vault or storage
space for inmate valuables. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.2 TEMPORARY HOLDING CELL OR
ROOM
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or
☒ ☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
required in Section 1231.3; ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☒ ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
and ☒ ☐ ☐
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7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the This is a type II jail facility.
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if
☐ ☐ ☒
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.3 TEMPORARY STAGING CELL OR No staging cells in the facility.
ROOM
A temporary staging cell or room shall:
☐ ☒
1. Be constructed for the purpose of holding ☐
inmates who have been classified and segregated
in accordance with Sections 1050 and 1053 of Title
15, Division 1, California Code of Regulations.
2. Be limited to holding inmates up to four hours.
☐ ☒ ☐
3. Be limited to no more than 80 inmates.
☐ ☒ ☐
4. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate and a clear ceiling height
☐ ☒ ☐
of 8 feet (2438 mm) or more.
5. Be no smaller than 160 square feet (14.9 m2).
☐ ☒ ☐
6. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
required in Section 1231.3. ☐ ☒ ☐
7. Contain toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain
as specified in Section 1231.3. ☐ ☒ ☐
8. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff.
☐ ☒ ☐
1231.2.4 SOBERING CELL
A sobering cell shall:
☒ ☐ ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 20 square feet (1.9 m2) of
floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to eight inmates;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 60 square feet (5.6 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or
☒ ☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Have padded partitions located next to toilet
fixture in such a manner that they provide support
☒ ☐ ☐
to the user;
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒ ☐ ☐
7. Be padded on the floor as specified in Section
1231.3; and, ☒ ☐ ☐
8. Have accessible a shower in the secure portion
of the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐
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1231.2.5 SAFETY CELL Two observation cells. The agency uses these
cells as observation cells when needed.
A safety cell shall:
1. Contain a minimum of 48 square feet (4.5 m2) of
☐ ☐ ☒
floor area with no one floor dimension being less
than 6 feet (1829 mm) and a clear ceiling height of
8 feet (2438 mm) or more;
2. Be limited to one inmate;
☐ ☐ ☒
3. Contain a flushing ring toilet, capable of
accepting solid waste, mounted flush with the floor,
the controls for which must be located outside of ☐ ☐ ☒
the cell;
4. Be padded as specified in Section 1231.3;
☐ ☐ ☒
5. Be equipped with a variable intensity, security-
type lighting fixture which is inaccessible to the
inmate occupant, control of which is located ☐ ☐ ☒
outside of the cell;
6. Provide one or more vertical view panels not
more than 4 inches (102 mm) wide nor less than 24
inches (610 mm) long which shall provide a view of ☐ ☐ ☒
the entire room;
7. Provide a food pass with lockable shutter, no
more than 4 inches (102 mm) high, and located
between 26 inches (660 mm) and 32 inches (813
☐ ☐ ☒
mm) as measured from the bottom of the food pass
to the floor; and,
8. Any wall or ceiling mounted devices must be
inaccessible to the inmate occupant. ☐ ☐ ☒
1231.2.6 SINGLE-OCCUPANCY CELLS No single cells are located in facility.
Single-occupancy cells shall: ☐ ☐ ☒
1. Have a maximum capacity of one inmate;
2. Contain a minimum of 60 square feet (5.6 m2) of
floor area in Type I facilities and 70 square feet (6.5
☐ ☐ ☒
m2) of floor area in Type II and Type III facilities;
3. Have a minimum clear ceiling height of 8 feet
(2438 mm) and a minimum width of 6 feet (1829
☐ ☐ ☒
mm);
4. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; and ☐ ☐ ☒
5. Contain a bunk, desk and seat as specified in
Section 1231.3.
Exception: A Type I facility does not require a desk ☐ ☐ ☒
and seat.
1231.2.7 DOUBLE-OCCUPANCY CELLS
Double-occupancy cells shall: ☒ ☐ ☐
1. Have a maximum capacity of two inmates;
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2. Contain a minimum of 60 square feet (5.6 m2) of
floor area in Type I facilities and 70 square feet (6.5
☒ ☐ ☐
m2) of floor area in Type II and Type III facilities;
3. Have a minimum clear ceiling height of 8 feet
(2438 mm) and a minimum width of 6 feet (1829
☒ ☐ ☐
mm);
4. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; and ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Contain two bunks, and at least one desk and
seat as specified in Section 1231.3.
Exception: A Type I facility does not require a desk ☒ ☐ ☐
and seat.
1231.2.8 DORMITORIES
Dormitories shall:
1. Contain a minimum of 50 square feet (4.7 m2) of
floor area per inmate for a single-bed unit; a
☒ ☐ ☐
minimum of 70 square feet (7 m2) for a double-bed
unit; and a minimum of 90 square feet (9.3 m2) for
triple-bed unit and have a minimum ceiling height
of 8 feet (2438 mm);
2. Be designed for no more than 64 inmates and no
fewer than four inmates; ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Provide access to water closets separate from
the wash basin and drinking fountains as specified
☒ ☐ ☐
in Section 1231.3; and
4. In other than Type I facilities, provide storage
space for personal items and clothing for each
☒ ☐ ☐
occupant.
1231.2.9 DAYROOMS
Dayrooms or dayroom space shall:
☒ ☐ ☐
1. Contain 35 square feet (3.3 m2) of floor area per
inmate in width in front of cells/rooms;
2. Contain tables and seating to accommodate the
maximum number of inmates; ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Provide access to water closets, wash basins
and drinking fountains as specified in Section
☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3;
4. Provide access to a shower or showers as
specified in Section 1231.3; and ☒ ☐ ☐
5. Be provided to all inmates in Type II and Type III
facilities (except those housed in special-use cells)
and to inmate workers in Type I facilities. Dayroom
space as described in this section may be a part of
a single occupancy cell used for administrative ☒ ☐ ☐
segregation or a dormitory, in which case the floor
area of the cell or a dormitory must be increased by
the square footage required for the dayroom.
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1231.2.10 EXERCISE AREA
An outdoor exercise area or areas must be provided in
every Type II and Type III facility. The minimum clear
height must be 15 feet (4572 mm) and the minimum
☒ ☐ ☐
number of square feet of surface area will be computed
by multiplying 80 percent of maximum rated population
by 50 square feet (4.7 m2) and dividing the result by the
number of one-hour exercise periods per day.
The exercise area must contain or provide free access
to a toilet, wash basin, and drinking fountain as
☒ ☐ ☐
provided in Section 1231.3.
There must be at least one exercise area of not less
than 600 square feet (55.7 m2). The design shall
facilitate security and supervision appropriate to the ☒ ☐ ☐
level of custody.
Type IV facilities shall have an outdoor recreation area This is a type II jail facility.
or access to community recreation facilities. ☐ ☐ ☒
1231.2.11 CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM/
MULTIPURPOSE SPACE
An area for correctional programming must be provided
☒ ☐ ☐
in every Type II and Type III facility. The program area
and furnishings shall be designed to meet the needs
specified by the facility’s program statement.
Type IV facilities shall have multipurpose space for
games and activities, dining, visiting, TV meetings and
quiet space for study and reading, such that activities ☒ ☐ ☐
do not conflict with each other.
1231.2.12 MEDICAL EXAMINATION ROOM
There must be a minimum of one suitably equipped
medical examination room in every facility which
provides on-site health care. The examination room ☒ ☐ ☐
shall be designed in consultation with the responsible
physician/health authority.
Such a medical examination room shall:
1. Be located within the security area and provide
for privacy of the inmates; ☒ ☐ ☐
2. Provide not less than 100 square feet (9.3 m2) of
floor space with no single dimension less than 7
☒ ☐ ☐
feet (2134 mm);
3. Provide hot and cold running water;
☒ ☐ ☐
4. Provide lockable storage for medical supplies;
☒ ☐ ☐
5. Provide an examination table;
☒ ☐ ☐
6. Provide adequate lighting; and
☒ ☐ ☐
7. Any room where medical procedures are
provided must be equipped with hot and cold
☒ ☐ ☐
running water
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1231.2.13 PHARMACEUTICAL STORAGE SPACE
Provide lockable storage space for medical supplies
☒ ☐ ☐
and pharmaceutical preparations as referenced by Title
15, California Code of Regulations, Section 1216.
1231.2.14 MEDICAL CARE HOUSING
There shall be some means to provide medical care ☒ ☐ ☐
and housing of ill and/or infirm inmates.
When the program statement for a Type II or Type III
facility indicates that medical care housing is needed,
such housing must provide lockable storage space for
medical instruments and must be located within the ☒ ☐ ☐
security area of the facility accessible to both female
and male inmates, but not in the living area of either.
The medical care housing unit shall be designed in
consultation with the health authority. ☒ ☐ ☐
Medical/mental health areas may contain other than
single occupancy cells. ☒ ☐ ☐
If negative pressure isolation rooms are being planned,
they shall be designed to recognized industry
☐ ☐ ☒
standards.
1231.2.16 COMMISSARY
In all Type II, III and IV facilities, except where
community access is available, there shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
provisions made for inmates to purchase items (such
as candy, toilet articles, stationery supplies, books,
newspapers and magazines, etc.).
An area shall be provided for the secure storage of the
stock for such inmate canteen items. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.2.17 DINING FACILITIES
In all Type II, III and IV facilities which serve meals,
☒ ☐ ☐
dining areas shall be provided which will allow groups
of inmates to dine together.
Such dining areas shall not contain toilets, wash basins
or showers in the same room without appropriate visual
☒ ☐ ☐
barrier.
Wherever the facility contains a central dining room or
rooms, it shall contain a minimum of 15 square feet (1.4
m2) of floor space and sufficient tables and seating for ☒ ☐ ☐
each inmate being fed.
1231.2.18 VISITING SPACE
Space shall be provided in all Types I, II, III and IV ☒ ☐ ☐
facilities for in-person visiting.
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1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☒ ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and barcutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET
In Type II facilities, at least one securely lockable
janitors’ closet with sufficient area for the storage of
cleaning implements and supplies must be provided
☒ ☐ ☐
within the security areas of the facility. A mop sink shall
also be available within the security area of the facility.
In court holding, temporary holding, Types I, III and IV
facilities, the closet need not be in the security area.
1231.2.21 STORAGE ROOMS
One or more storage rooms shall be provided to
accommodate a minimum of 80 cubic feet (2.3 m3) of
storage area per inmate for inmate clothing and
personal property, institutional clothing, bedding and ☒ ☐ ☐
supplies. Court holding, temporary holding and Type I
facilities may be excluded from the storage space
requirement for personal and institutional clothing
unless clothing is issued.
1231.2.22 AUDIO MONITORING SYSTEM Tested during site walk.
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound-
actuated audio monitoring system in temporary holding
cells or rooms, temporary staging cells or rooms,
☒ ☐ ☐
sobering cells, safety cells, single and double
occupancy cells, dormitories, dayrooms, exercise
areas and correctional program/multipurpose space,
which is capable of alerting personnel who can respond
immediately.
1231.2.23 LAUNDRY FACILITIES
In Type IV facilities, provision shall be made for
washing and drying personal clothing by machines, ☒ ☐ ☐
either in the facility or in the community, if access is
permitted for same.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER
There shall be a source of emergency power in all
detention facilities capable of providing minimal lighting
☒ ☐ ☐
in all housing units, activities areas, corridors, stairs
and central control points, and to maintain fire and life
safety, security, communications and alarm systems.
Such an emergency power source shall conform to the
requirements specified in Title 24, Part 3, Article 700,
California Electrical Code, California Code of ☒ ☐ ☐
Regulations.
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1231.2.25 CONFIDENTIAL INTERVIEW ROOMS
There must be a minimum of one suitably furnished
interview room for confidential interviews in every
facility which provides onsite health care. The interview ☒ ☐ ☐
room shall be designed in consultation with responsible
custodial staff and health care staff.
Such an interview room shall:
1. Be located within the security area accessible to
both female and male inmates; and ☒ ☐ ☐
2. Provide not less than 70 square feet (6.5 m2) of
floor space with no single dimension less than 6
☒ ☐ ☐
feet (1829 mm).
1231.2.26 ATTORNEY INTERVIEW SPACE
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include
☒ ☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS
1. Toilets/urinals must be provided in single- ☒ ☐ ☐
occupancy cells and double-occupancy cells.
2. In dormitories, toilets/urinals must be provided in
a ratio to inmates of 1:10. ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Toilets/urinals must be accessible to the
occupants of day-rooms and exercise areas. ☒ ☐ ☐
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
☒ ☐ ☐
inmates of 1:16.
5. In sobering cells toilets/urinals must be provided
in a ratio to inmates of 1:8. ☒ ☐ ☐
6. One urinal or 2 feet (610 mm) of urinal trough
may be substituted for each toilet up to one third of
the total number of toilets required, except in those ☐ ☐ ☒
facilities or portions thereof used for females.
7. Toilet areas shall provide modesty for inmates
with staff being able to visually supervise. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.2 WASH BASINS
1. Wash basins must be provided in single ☒ ☐ ☐
occupancy cells and double occupancy cells.
2. In dormitories, wash basins must be provided in
a ratio to inmates of 1:10. ☒ ☐ ☐
3. Wash basins must be accessible to the
occupants of day-rooms and exercise areas ☒ ☐ ☐
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
☒ ☐ ☐
inmates of 1:16.
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5. In sobering cells, wash basins must be provided
in a ratio to inmates of 1:8. ☒ ☐ ☐
6. Wash basins must be provided with hot and cold
or tempered water. ☒ ☐ ☐
7. Two feet (610 mm) of wash basin trough may be
substituted for each basin required. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.3 DRINKING FOUNTAINS
There must be a minimum of one drinking fountain in
every single-occupancy cell, double-occupancy cell,
☒ ☐ ☐
dormitory, temporary holding cell, temporary staging
cell, sobering cell, and be accessible to the occupants
of day rooms and exercise areas.
Additional drinking fountains shall be located in other
areas of the facility so that drinking water will be
☒ ☐ ☐
available to inmates and staff.
Such drinking fountains must meet the following
minimum health requirements:
1. The drinking fountain bubbler shall be on an
☒ ☐ ☐
angle which prevents waste water from flowing
over the drinking fountain bubbler.
2. Water flow shall be actuated by mechanical
means. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.4 SHOWERS
Must be available to all inmates on a ratio of at least
☒ ☐ ☐
one shower to every 20 inmates or fraction thereof and
must provide hot and cold water or tempered water.
Shower stalls/shower areas must be designed and
constructed of materials which are impervious to water
☒ ☐ ☐
and soap so they may be easily cleaned.
Shower areas shall provide modesty for inmates with
staff being able to visually supervise. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.5 BEDS
Must be elevated off the floor, have a solid bottom, and
☒ ☐ ☐
a sleeping surface of at least 30 inches (762 mm) wide
and 76 inches (1930 mm) long.
Multiple beds must have a minimum of 21 inches (533
mm) between bed pans. ☒ ☐ ☐
Except in minimum security areas, beds must be
securely fastened to the floor or the wall. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.6 LIGHTING
Lighting in housing units, dayrooms and activity areas
must be sufficient to permit easy reading by a person
☒ ☐ ☐
with normal vision, and shall not be less than 20
footcandles (215.2 lux) at desk level and in the
grooming area.
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Lighting shall be centrally controlled and/or occupant
controlled in housing cells or rooms. ☒ ☐ ☐
Night lighting in these areas shall be sufficient to give
good visibility for purposes of supervision ☒ ☐ ☐
In minimum-security areas, lighting may be supplied by
ordinary lighting fixtures, and in areas of higher
☒ ☐ ☐
security, light fixtures must be of secure design.
1231.3.7 WINDOWS
In housing areas of higher than minimum security,
exterior windows which are constantly accessible to
☒ ☐ ☐
inmates for escape must be designed and constructed
so that if broken out, the net area accessible for escape
is no greater than 5 inches (127 mm) in one dimension.
1231.3.8 CELL PADDING
In sobering cells, the floor and partition shall be ☒ ☐ ☐
padded.
In safety cells, padding must cover the entire floor, Two observation cells. The agency uses these
doors, and walls and everything on them to a clear cells as observation cells when needed.
☐ ☐ ☒
height of 8 feet (2438 mm).
All such padded cells must be equipped with a tamper
resistant fire sprinkler as approved by the State Fire
Marshal. ☒ ☐ ☐
All padding must be:
1. Approved for use by the State Fire Marshal;
☒ ☐ ☐
2. Nonporous to facilitate cleaning;
☒ ☐ ☐
3. At least 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) thick;
☒ ☐ ☐
4. Of a unitary or laminated construction to prevent
its destruction by teeth, hand tearing or small metal
☒ ☐ ☐
objects;
5. Firmly bonded to all padded surfaces to prevent
tearing or ripping; and ☒ ☐ ☐
6. Without any exposed seams susceptible to
tearing or ripping. ☒ ☐ ☐
1231.3.9 MIRRORS
A mirror of a material appropriate to the level of security
☒ ☐ ☐
must be provided near each wash basin specified in
these regulations.
1231.3.10 SEATING
In temporary holding and temporary staging cells, ☒ ☐ ☐
seating must be securely fixed to the floor and/or wall.
When bench seating is used, 18 inches (457 mm) of
bench is seating for one person. ☒ ☐ ☐
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1231.3.11 TABLE/SEAT
In single- and double-occupancy cells, a table and seat
for the purpose of writing and dining shall be provided. ☒ ☐ ☐
Exception: A Type I facility does not require a table
and a seat.
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Weapons lockers are located outside of the
administrative hallway and vehicle sallyport.
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☒ ☐ ☐
security perimeter of the facility
Such weapons lockers shall be equipped with
individual compartments, each with an individual
☒ ☐ ☐
locking device.
Weapons lockers are required in temporary and court
holding facilities and in all facilities of higher than
☒ ☐ ☐
minimum security.
13-102(c)6 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
Design requirements as specified in Title 24, Part 1, 13-
102(c)6 are met. (See regulation for specific
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements. Note areas of non-compliance that are
applicable to the facility type and construction date in
the "comments" section.)
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ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
BSCC Code: 3250
FACILITY: Mono County Jail TYPE: II RC: 48
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Rafael Gomez DATE: 08/04/25
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells RC (L x W x H)
# Beds RC T U W F S
Booking
1 Holding 1980 1 (8) (8) 12’4” x 6’9” x 12’2” - - - - -
Note: Bench is 12’03”
Observe 1 Sobering 1980 1 (6) (6) 16’3” x 6’9” x 12’ 1 - 1 1 -
Note: This cell has padding.
Observe 2 Sobering 1994 1 (2) (2) 9’5” x 8’ x 12’ 1 - 1 1 -
Note: This cell has padding.
Housing
Iso 1 Double 1994 1 2 2 2 16’6” x 8’3” x 11’9” 1 - 1 1 1
Iso 2 Double 1994 1 2 2 2 16’6” x 8’3” x 11’9” 1 - 1 1 1
Note: These two cells have a shower/toilet.
A Block Double 1994 8 2 2 16 11’7” x 6’8” x 12’5” 1 - 1 1 1
Note: Maximum security, dayroom: 59’ x 13’6” x 12’3”
B Block Dorm 1994 1 10 10 10 33’1” x 14’6”x 11’9” 1 - 1 1 1
C Block Dorm 1994 1 10 10 10 33’1” x 14’6”x 11’9” 1 - 1 1 1
Note: B & C are medium security and share dayroom: 29’7” X 22’2” X 11’8”.
D Block Dorm 1980 1 4 4 4 27’ x 15’8” x 11’9” 1 - 1 1 1
Note: This module houses females.
Incarcerated Worker Dorm
E Block Dorm 1994 1 4 4 4 16’8” x 11’8”x 11’9” 1 - 1 1 1
*T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit; If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated
capacity. "+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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