BSCC
Monterey County Sheriff's Office Inspection Rpt (2023-2024 inspection cycle)
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September 7, 2023
Tina M. Nieto, Sheriff-Coroner
Monterey County Sheriff’s Office
1414 Natividad Road
Salinas, CA 93906
2023-2024 COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION, PENAL CODE SECTION 6031,
WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 209, MONTEREY COUNTY SHERIFF’S
OFFICE DETENTION AND COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Dear Sheriff Nieto:
The 2023-2024 Comprehensive Inspection of the Monterey County Sheriff's Office Jail
and Court Holding Facilities has been completed. A pre-inspection briefing was held on
Tuesday, May 2, 2023, and the following facilities were inspected between Monday, July
17, 2023, and Friday, July 21, 2023:
FACILITY NAME BSCC # FACILITY TYPE
Monterey County Jail 3280 II
Salinas Court Holding 3286 CH
Monterey Court Holding 3288 CH
Marina Traffic Court 3290 CH
King City Court Holding 3380 CH
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, Board of State and Community
Corrections (BSCC) staff conducted compliance monitoring pursuant to Welfare and
Institutions Code Section 209(f) and the federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency
Prevention Act (JJDPA).
In addition to the inspection(s) by the 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.
INSPECTION RESULTS
We identified no items of noncompliance with Title 15 Minimum Standards. Refer to the
attached Title 15 Procedures Checklist for detailed information.
Tina M. Nieto
Sheriff-Coroner
Page 2
No items of noncompliance were identified with Title 24 Minimum Standards. Refer to the
Physical Plant Evaluation (PHY) and Living Area Space Evaluation (LASE) attachments
for information related to Rated Capacity.
Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act Compliance Monitoring
We found no violations of the JJDPA; a copy of the monitoring report is attached for your
information.
An Exit Briefing with your staff was held on Friday, July 21, 2023; BSCC staff presented
an inspection overview and discussed technical assistance and best practice
recommendations.
* * *
Please email me at kim.moule@bscc.ca.gov or call (916) 956-6374 if you have any
questions.
Sincerely,
KIMBERLY MOULE, CJM
Field Representative
Facilities Standards and Operations Division
Enclosures
Cc: Presiding Judge, Monterey County Superior Court*
Chair, Grand Jury, Monterey County*
Chair, Board of Supervisors, Monterey County*
County Administrator, Monterey County*
Garrett Sanders, Chief Deputy, Monterey County Sheriff’s Office
Joseph Moses, Captain, Monterey County Sheriff’s Office
*Copies of the inspection are available upon request or online at www.bscc.ca.gov.
3280 3286 3288 3290 3380 Monterey County Sheriff’s Office LTR 23-24
TYPE II AND III FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3280
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Chief Sanders, Captain Joe Moses, Sergeant Olivo Guerrero, Deputy Asuncion, WellPath Nurse
Linda, and multiple incarcerated people.
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 19, 2023
TITLE 15 SECTION P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1020 CORRECTIONS OFFICER CORE COURSE2
The BSCC Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) division
(a) In addition to the provisions of California Penal Code found the agency noncompliant with applicable regulations during the
Section 831.5, all custodial personnel of a Type I, II, III, 21-22 compliance monitoring cycle. The agency is working through
or IV facility shall successfully complete the “Corrections the corrective action process with their STC Field Representative.
Officer Core Course” as described in Section 179 of Title
15, CCR, within one year from the date of assignment.
(b) Custodial Personnel who have successfully
completed the course of instruction required by Penal
Code Section 832.3 shall also successfully complete the
“Corrections Officer Basic Academy Supplemental Core
Course” as described in Section 180 of Title 15, CCR,
within one year from the date of assignment.
1021 JAIL SUPERVISORY TRAINING
Prior to assuming supervisory duties, jail supervisors
shall complete the core training requirements pursuant
to Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course. In
addition, supervisory personnel of any Type I, II, III or IV
jail shall also be required to complete either the STC
Supervisory Course (as described in Section 181, Title
15, CCR) or the POST supervisory course within one
year from date of assignment.
1023 JAIL MANAGEMENT TRAINING
Managerial personnel of any Type I, II, III or IV jail shall
be required to complete either the STC management
course (as described in Section 182, Title 15, CCR) or
the POST management course within one year from date
of assignment.
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 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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1025 CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
With the exception of any year that a core training
module is successfully completed, all facility/system
administrators, managers, 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.
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Compliance with this section is predicated on
the ability of staff to complete and document
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in at least hourly safety checks in addition to
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation completing all operational duties included but
and operation of the programs and activities required by not limited to the requirements listed in Title
these regulations. 15 Minimum Standards for Local Jails.
☒ ☐ ☐
A sampling of 20 shift rosters was reviewed
along with BSCC staff auditing various logs
and documented reports. Completed
documentation reflects that a sufficient
number of personnel are assigned to each
shift.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at A sampling of 20 shift rosters was reviewed
least one employee on duty at all times in a local and reflected that all fixed post positions and
detention facility or in the building which houses a local response personnel are scheduled on each
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ shift.
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an
emergency.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which Of the sampling of shift rosters reviewed, each
would conflict with the supervision and care of shift included personnel scheduled for
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency. emergency response.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there Of the sampling of shift rosters reviewed,
shall be at least one female employee who shall be female personnel were assigned to each shift.
immediately available and accessible to such females. ☒ ☐ ☐
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of The agency Organizational Chart and a
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator sampling of 20 shift rosters were reviewed.
shall prepare and retain a staffing plan indicating the Although the agency has a number of unfilled
personnel assigned in the facility and their duties. Such vacancies, they are able to maintain minimum
a staffing plan shall be reviewed by the Board staff at the staffing levels on each shift with the use of
☒ ☐ ☐
time of their biennial inspection. The results of such a overtime.
review and recommendations shall be reported to the
local jurisdiction having fiscal responsibility for the
facility.
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1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS 1106.04 Health and Welfare Checks
1124 Guardian RFID System
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
include, but are not limited to, the following:
The agency utilizes the Guardian RFID
System to electronically document and
maintain records of safety checks.
☒ ☐ ☐
A sampling of twelve twenty-four-hour periods
of health and welfare checks was reviewed
and reflected that all safety checks are being
conducted and documented within the
timeframes prescribed by policy and this
regulation.
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well- Documentation, recording direct visual
being of individuals and shall be conducted at least observation, safety checks were reviewed and
hourly through direct visual observation of all people held reflect that these safety checks were
and housed in the facility. completed and documented properly.
☒ ☐ ☐ During the onsite physical plant inspection,
BSCC staff were able to verify through visual
observation, that safety checks are being
conducted timely and persons in each living
area are checked for their wellbeing.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse A sampling of twelve twenty-four-hour periods
between safety checks. of health and welfare checks was reviewed
and reflected that all safety checks are being
☒ ☐ ☐ conducted and documented within the
timeframes prescribed by policy and this
regulation.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety Safety checks for those confined in sobering,
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as safety, or restraints are completed, at a
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 minimum of twice every thirty minutes.
of these regulations. Safety checks consist of direct visual
observation that is sufficient to address the
well-being and behavior of the person
☒ ☐ ☐
confined.
All safety checks are conducted at random or
varied intervals and are documented.
Supervisors inspect each log for
completeness every two hours.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied
intervals. ☒ ☐ ☐
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the Hourly Safety Checks:
documentation of all safety checks. 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
Documentation shall include: Safety and Sobering Cell Safety Checks:
☒ ☐ ☐ 518-3 Safety and Sobering Cell Procedures
Restraints Safety Checks:
512 Use of Restraints Procedures
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred; ☒ ☐ ☐
(2) the location where each individual safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory
☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
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(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff
who completed the safety check(s). ☒ ☐ ☐
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are Supervisors inspect each log for
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or completeness every two hours.
facility manager, including methods of mitigating patterns
☒ ☐ ☐
of inconsistent documentation, or untimely completion of,
safety checks.
1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF All personnel are trained in Fire and Life
Safety.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at
least one person on duty at all times who meets the ☒ ☐ ☐
training standards established by the Board for general
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least
one person on duty who trained in fire and life safety
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 314.8.2 Policy Review
All agency policies are reviewed at a minimum
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a of annually. The last formal review was
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The completed in June of 2023.
policy and procedures manual shall address all The agency is completing the process of
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be reviewing, updating, and migrating the
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every Custody Operations Manual to an electronic
☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all agency policy. (Lexipol)
employees.
Notes: The policies and procedures required in
subsections (a)(6) and (a)(7) may be placed in a
separate manual to ensure confidentiality. Subsections
(c) and (d) do not apply and have been deleted.
(a) The manual for Temporary Holding, Type I, II, and III The agency policies included the agency
facilities shall provide for, but not be limited to, the organization chart listing positions by division
following: rank and assignment.
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility 1115.03 Inspections and Operational
administrator/manager. Reviews
The Facility Captain shall review and evaluate
internal and external security measures of the
☒ ☐ ☐ Jail on an annual basis. The Captain shall
prepare a written report of findings and
recommendations for the Chief of Corrections
Operations review.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state 300.3 Use of Force
and federal legal requirements and includes Deputies shall use only that amount of force
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke that reasonably appears necessary given the
holds. facts and totality of the circumstances known
☒ ☐ ☐
to or perceived by the deputy at the time of the
event to accomplish a legitimate law
enforcement purpose (Penal Code § 835a).
3 Procedures related to security and emergency response may be in a separate manual to ensure confidentiality by limiting general access.
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(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, 1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
including the restraint of pregnant persons as Equipment
referenced in Penal Code Section 3407. Pregnant females temporarily taken to the
☒ ☐ ☐ hospital outside the Jail for the purposes of
childbirth shall be transported in the least
restrictive way possible.
(5) Procedure and criteria for screening newly 1107.21 Screening Newly Received
received persons for release. Inmates for Release Per 849(b)(2) and
853.6 PC.
☒ ☐ ☐
All persons are screened for release prior to
housing.
(6) Security and control including physical counts 1124.00 Guardian RFID System
and searches of the facility and incarcerated All those present within a housing unit shall be
persons, contraband control, and key control. accounted for by physical head count.
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security
☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: 905.11 Assigned Administrator
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by
1059.4 Administration Division
section 1032 of these regulations;
Commander responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Administration
Division Commander include, but are not
☒ ☐ ☐ limited to:
(f) Fire Prevention Plan (8 CCR § 3221)
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
suppression pre-plan as required by 15 CCR
1032
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
hostages; ☒ ☐ ☐ (e) Escape
(C) mass arrests; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐ (p) Management of mass arrests
(D) natural disasters; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
Office of Emergency Services
☒ ☐ ☐
Chapter 4 Emergency Planning
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
and, ☒ ☐ ☐ Emergency equipment inspection
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
308 Chemical Agents
security devices. ☒ ☐ ☐
507 Management of Weapons and Control
Devices
(8) Suicide Prevention. 905.12 Training
☒ ☐ ☐ (e) Suicide prevention
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
☒ ☐ ☐
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(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse Prison Rape Elimination
and sexual harassment.
904.2 POLICY
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has zero
tolerance toward all forms of sexual abuse
and sexual harassment (28 CFR 115.111).
☒ ☐ ☐ The Department will not tolerate retaliation
against any person who reports sexual abuse
or sexual harassment or who cooperates with
a sexual abuse or sexual harassment
investigation.
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and Prison Rape Elimination
respond to retaliation against any staff or person
904.1 Purpose and Scope
after reporting any abuse.
This policy provides guidance for complying
with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003
(PREA) and the implementing regulation that
establishes standards (PREA Rule) to
☒ ☐ ☐
prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse,
harassment, and retaliation against detainees
or prisoners in the Monterey County Sheriff's
Office Temporary Holding Facilities (28 CFR
115.111).
(12) Release policy, including release planning for The agency has a dedicated staff member
incarcerated persons. responsible for discharge planning prior to
☒ ☐ ☐
release.
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, Prison Rape Elimination
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be
904.2 POLICY
limited to, the following:
Sexual abuse, harassment, or retaliation can
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
be reported verbally, on an inmate request or
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
grievance form, on the tablet, or through
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated ☒ ☐ ☐
medical staff.
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, Third party reporting can be accomplished
family, community members, and other interested verbally, by written communication to the
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual agency, by way of a citizen’s complaint,
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be grievance, or by utilizing a Request Form.
publicly posted at the facility.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM 905.12 Training
Department members should be trained and
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
familiar with this policy and any supplemental
prevention program developed by the facility
procedures.
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health
☒ ☐ ☐ (e) Suicide prevention
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
Eight hours of refresher training shall be
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons
completed once every two years (15 CCR
who present a suicide risk.
1024).
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
personnel. In-Service Training – All Deputies, Sergeants,
Commanders, and Captain assigned to the
Corrections Operations Bureau shall attend
☒ ☐ ☐
24 hours of STC-certified training annually.
Annual in-service training includes Suicide
Prevention.
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(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon 1104.00 Receiving and Intake Procedures
intake and prior to housing assignment. and Duties
E. The arresting officer shall advise Deputies
of known injuries, health problems, gang
☒ ☐ ☐ affiliation, and past suicide attempts or current
suicide ideologies, if known.
Medical staff screens all arrestees for suicide
risk at the time of intake.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special 1110 Classification
situations, including placement in restrictive housing, Classification staff works directly with the
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in mental health provider when a determination
☒ ☐ ☐
classification. is made to place an incarcerated person into
special housing.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among Medical and mental health personnel are
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff, stationed inside of the jail 24 hours per day
medical and mental health personnel in relation to ☒ ☐ ☐ and maintain communication with security
suicide risk. staff to include transportation.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of 1110 Classification
suicide that balance safety and environment. The least Classification staff works in collaboration with
restrictive environment should be considered. the mental health provider in making housing
☒ ☐ ☐
decisions for those that are exhibiting any
medical or mental health issues.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. 1110 Classification
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
procedures. ☒ ☐ ☐
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☐
attempts. ☒ ☐ M-19 (Attempted Suicide) Report.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and 515.5 In Custody Death Review
attempted suicides as defined by the facility Serious injury or deaths are reviewed by the
administrator, including the development of a corrective health provider in conjunction with sheriff’s
☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the office personnel.
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
Follow-up care is provided by the health care
☒ ☐ ☐
provider and or discharge planning personnel.
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return 714 Special Needs Treatment Plan
from court as determined by the mental health director. The mental health provider screens those
☒ ☐ ☐ returning from court with a sentence or a case
of high notoriety.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING 905.11 Assigned Administrator
1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
and Preplanning
administrator shall consult with the local fire department
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
suppression pre-plan.
☒ ☐ ☐
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire
The Annual Fire Suppression Plan is
suppression which shall include, but not be limited to:
developed in collaboration with the Monterey
County Fire Department and the Office of
Emergency Services.
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(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local Please see above.
fire department to be included as part of the policy and
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of ☒ ☐ ☐
Regulations Section 1029);
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff BSCC staff verified that monthly fire
with two-year retention of the inspection record; prevention inspections were completed,
☒ ☐ ☐
documented, and maintained as required.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and August 17, 2023
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires
☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years;
(d) an evacuation plan; and, 1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
and Preplanning
In the event of a jail evacuation, the agency
☒ ☐ ☐ would follow their Emergency Evacuation
Plan that was developed in collaboration with
the local fire and OES representative.
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Please see above.
people in the case of fire. ☒ ☐ ☐
1040 POPULATION ACCOUNTING 500 Population Management System
The jail management system (TrackNet) was
Each facility administrator shall maintain a demographics demonstrated and is capable of producing
accounting system which reflects the monthly average ☒ ☐ ☐ multiple reports including in-custody
daily population of sentenced and non-sentenced people demographics listed in this regulation.
by gender and juvenile status.
Facility administrators shall provide the Board with BSCC staff verified that the agency is
applicable demographic information as described in the providing demographic information to the Jail
☒ ☐ ☐
Jail Profile Survey. Profile Survey.
1041 RECORDS 208 Records
All records for those incarcerated are stored
(a) Each facility administrator of a Type I, II, III or IV in the agency JMS system. (TrackNet)
facility shall develop written policies and procedures for
the maintenance of individual records for each
incarcerated person which shall include, but not be
☒ ☐ ☐
limited to, intake information, personal property receipts,
commitment papers, court orders, reports of disciplinary
actions taken, medical orders issued by the responsible
physician and staff response, and non-medical
information regarding disabilities and other limitations.
(b) Each facility administrator shall collect accurate, BSCC staff verified that the data collected
uniform data for every allegation of sexual abuse at includes, at a minimum, the data necessary to
facilities under its direct control and from other facilities answer all questions from the most recent
with which it contracts for the confinement of its version of the Survey of Sexual Violence,
incarcerated people. The data collected shall include, at ☒ ☐ ☐ conducted by DOJ, or any subsequent form
a minimum, the data necessary to satisfy the reporting developed by DOJ and designated for
requirements of 34 U.S.C. section 30303(a)(1). lockups.
In practice, a crime report is generated.
Note: federal survey on sexual violence.
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1044 INCIDENT REPORTS 344.1.1 Report Preparation
Employees should ensure that reports are
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies sufficiently detailed for their purpose and free
and procedures for the maintenance of written records from errors prior to submission. It is the
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical responsibility of the assigned employee to
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee complete and submit all reports taken during
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other the shift before going off-duty unless
person. ☒ ☐ ☐ permission to hold the report has been
approved by a supervisor.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of 20 written
reports that were all completed, submitted,
and approved within the timeframes required
by the agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken,
☒ ☐ ☐
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the
☒ ☐ ☐
facility manager or designee.
1045 PUBLIC INFORMATION PLAN 346 News Media Relations and Public
Information Plan
Each facility administrator of a Type I, II, III or IV facility The agency’s dedicated Public Information
shall develop written policies and procedures for the Officer is responsible for coordination and
dissemination of information to the public, to other ☒ ☐ ☐ dissemination of all public information.
government agencies, and to the news media. The public
and incarcerated persons shall have available for review
the following material:
(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 1114.12 Public Information Plan
people as specified in sections:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) 1045, Public Information Plan
(2) 1061, Education Plan 1114.13 Education Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
(3) 1062, Visiting 1116.00 Visitation
☒ ☐ ☐
(4) 1063, Correspondence 1114.15 Correspondence, Books,
☒ ☐ ☐ Newspapers and Magazines
(5) 1064, Library Service 1114.15 Correspondence, Books,
☒ ☐ ☐ Newspapers and Magazines
(6) 1065, Exercise and Out of Cell Time 1106.05 Time outside of Cell
☒ ☐ ☐ 1114.04 Exercise and Recreation
(7) 1066, Books, Newspapers, Periodicals and 1114.15 Correspondence, Books,
Writings ☒ ☐ ☐ Newspapers and Magazines
(8) 1067, Access to Telephone 1114.08 Telephones
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) 1068, Access to Courts and Counsel 1109.02 Facility Access
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) 1069, Orientation 1114.12 Public Information Plan
☒ ☐ ☐ Rule Book and Orientation
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(11) 1070, Individual/Family Service Programs 1114.14 Individual/Family Service
☒ ☐ ☐ Programs
(12) 1071, Voting 1114.16 Voting
☒ ☐ ☐
(13) 1072, Religious Observance 1114.11 Religious Observance
☒ ☐ ☐
(14) 1073, Grievance Procedure 1114.09 Grievance Procedure
☒ ☐ ☐
(15) 1080, Rules and Disciplinary Actions 1111.00 Discipline Plan
1111.05 Categories of Rules, Violations
☒ ☐ ☐
and Penalties.
(16) 1081, Plan for Discipline of Incarcerated 1111.00 Discipline Plan
Persons ☒ ☐ ☐
(17) 1082, Forms of Discipline 1111.05 Categories of Rules, Violations
☒ ☐ ☐ and Penalties.
(18) 1083, Limitations on Discipline 1111.05 Categories of Rules, Violations
☒ ☐ ☐ and Penalties.
(19) 1200, Responsibility for Health Care Services 1114.01 Medical Services
A. Responsibility for Health Care Services
☒ ☐ ☐
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY 358 Major Incident Notification
360 Death Investigation
(a) Death in Custody Reviews for Adults and Minors.
310.11 Reporting in-custody death
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health
1117.19 Investigation of Jail Related Death
administrator, shall develop written policy and
Policy states that this will occur no later than
procedures to ensure that there is an initial review of
☒ ☐ ☐ 72 hours post incident.
every in-custody death within 30 days. The review team
There will be a review of all in-custody deaths
at a minimum shall include the facility administrator or
by a committee established by the Chief.
designee, the health administrator, the responsible
physician and other health care and supervision staff
who are relevant to the incident.
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the In custody deaths occurring during this
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to inspection cycle were reviewed, investigated,
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to ☒ ☐ ☐ and reported as required.
identify issues that require further study.
(b) Death of a Minor There are no minors held in this facility.
In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a jail,
lockup, or court holding facility:
(1) The administrator of the facility shall provide to
the Board a copy of the report submitted to the ☐ ☐ ☒
Attorney General under Government Code Section
12525. A copy of the report shall be submitted within
10 calendar days after the death.
(2) Upon receipt of a report of death of a minor from
the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar
days inspect and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court
holding facility pursuant to the provisions of this
subchapter. Any inquiry made by the Board shall be
limited to the standards and requirements set forth in
these regulations.
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1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN 1110.00 Classification
The Monterey County Custody Operations
(a) Each administrator of a temporary holding, Type I, II, Bureau Classification Plan is designed to
or III facility shall develop and implement a written properly assign inmates to housing units and
classification plan designed to properly assign
activities in order to provide for the safety of
incarcerated persons to housing units and activities inmates and staff. Assignments are
according to the categories of gender identity, age, accomplished to the extent possible within the
criminal sophistication, seriousness of crime charged, limits of the available number of distinct
physical or mental health needs, assaultive/non- housing units or cells.
assaultive behavior, risk of being sexually abused, or
Receiving Deputies are responsible for
sexually harassed and other criteria which will provide for
completion of the initial classification form of
the safety of the incarcerated people and staff. Such
inmates and assigning them to temporary
housing unit assignment shall be accomplished to the
cells in the Receiving area. They shall use
extent possible within the limits of the available number
☒ ☐ ☐ information in TrackNet to assess the inmate’s
of distinct housing units or cells in a facility.
classification history.
This shall include the current charges, past
The written classification plan shall be based on
custody record, gang affiliation, and criminal
objective criteria and include receiving screening
history.
performed at the time of intake by trained personnel, and
a record of each person's classification level, housing Only Classification Deputies shall assign
restrictions, and housing assignments. classification status and housing unless
otherwise approved by the Shift Supervisor.
The agency classification screening
instrument was reviewed and overrides of
classification decisions do not appear to be in
excess.
Each administrator of a Type II or III facility shall Classification occurs prior to housing and
establish and implement a classification system which review of classification status is ongoing.
will include the use of classification officers or a Those that are assigned to Special housing
classification committee in order to properly assign are reviewed for the least resistive
incarcerated persons to housing, work, rehabilitation classification level each 30 days and after
programs, and leisure activities. Such a plan shall sentencing. An incarcerated person is able to
include the use of as much information as is available request an additional classification review
about and from the incarcerated person and shall provide verbally, by way of a request form, or by
for a channel of appeal by the incarcerated person to the electronic request on the tablet.
facility administrator or designee. Each person may Incarcerated persons have the right to appeal
request a review of their classification plan no more often ☒ ☐ ☐ their housing classification status to the on-
than 30 days from their last review. duty Classification Deputy. The next level of
appeal is the Classification Sergeant. Inmates
Note: Subsection (b) does not apply and has been
may further appeal to the Classification
deleted.
Commander whose decision is final.
Incarcerated people were interviewed during
the onsite physical plant inspection and
reported that they were aware of how to
appeal a classification decision.
(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, The Monterey County Custody Operations
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis Bureau Classification Plan is designed to
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety properly assign inmates to housing units and
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement activities in order to provide for the safety of
would present management or security problems. A inmates and staff.
☒ ☐ ☐
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall All persons remaining in custody are
be given serious consideration. interviewed prior to housing and are given the
opportunity to express any concerns for their
health and safety.
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1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 1114.01 Medical Services
Management of Communicable Diseases
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the in a Custody Setting
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and The Medical Director shall implement
procedures specifying those symptoms that require recommendations and treatment strategies as
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a provided from the Public Health Officer to
medical evaluation is completed. prevent the spread of disease. Medical Staff
shall report outbreaks of communicable
☒ ☐ ☐
disease and food poisoning to the Monterey
County Health Department.
The agency’s Communicable Disease policy
has been reviewed and contains information
pertinent to pandemic identification,
containment, treatment, and reporting.
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be All arrestees are screened for communicable
made of the person being booked as to whether the disease during intake. Rapid testing occurs if
person has or has had any communicable diseases, the arrestee exhibits signs or symptoms of
such as tuberculosis or has observable symptoms of contagious disease.
tuberculosis or any other communicable diseases, or ☒ ☐ ☐ Testing and vaccinations for contagious
other special medical problem identified by the health disease are available upon request.
authority. The response shall be noted on the medical
screening from.
1052 BEHAVIORAL CRISIS IDENTIFICATION 1104.02 Receiving Deputy Responsibilities
at Intake
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
711.3.1 Medical Screening Inquiry
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
712 Mental Health Services
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
Receiving Deputies shall notify Medical Staff
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
of inmates in custody with serious charges
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
and/or traumatic circumstances that may
☒ ☐ ☐
require mental health services.
All arrestees are screened for mental health
disorders at the time of intake. Any
incarcerated person exhibiting signs or
symptoms of mental disorders is referred to
the mental health provider.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not The agency has contracted mental health staff
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be available 24-hours per day.
considered in behavioral crisis for the purpose of this If an incarcerated person requires acute care,
☒ ☐ ☐
section if they appear to be a danger to themselves or they are transferred to the Natividad Mental
others or appear gravely disabled. Health Facility.
An evaluation from medical or mental health staff shall Please see above.
be secured within 24 hours of identification or at the next
☒ ☐ ☐
daily sick call, whichever is earliest.
Separation may be used if necessary, to protect the 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
safety of the person in crisis or others. Once per month, in group programs generate
a report as to which separated persons may
☒ ☐ ☐ participate in group programs at the jail and
what, if any, restrictions apply to their
participation.
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1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION 505 Special Management Inmates
1110.09 Administrative Separation
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall
The agency’s practices support the use of
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
least restrictive housing options.
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
BSCC staff reviewed a random sampling of
exercise records for 20 administratively
☒ ☐ ☐ separated incarcerated people and verified
that a minimum of 10 hours of out of cell time
is occurring.
BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
during the physical plant inspection and were
advised that they are offered exercise and
recreation nearly every day.
Policies and procedures must include: During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate staff observed separated persons to be
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of housed in cells that were equipped identically
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of to other cells.
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
☒ ☐ ☐
staff. Incarcerated people that were interviewed
stated that they have access to education,
programming, exercise, telephone use, and
visiting.
(b) Administrative separation must not adversely affect Classification works in conjunction with
an incarcerated person’s health. mental health staff to ensure that the mental
status of an incarcerated person is not
☒ ☐ ☐ negatively impacted or demonstrating
decompensation as the result of separated
housing.
(c) Administrative separation may be used for
incarcerated people who have:
(1)A documented history of activity or behavior, or
promoting such activity or behavior, that is criminal
in nature, disruptive to facility operations, or affects
the safety of the facility, other incarcerated people,
and facility staff.
(2)Influenced or participated in activity that is
criminal in nature, disruptive to facility operations or
affects the safety of the facility, other incarcerated ☒ ☐ ☐
people, and facility staff.
(3)Committed assault, attempted assault, or
participated in a conspiracy to assault or harm other
incarcerated persons or facility staff.
(4)A history of escape or have recently attempted
escape.
(5) A demonstrated need for protection from other
incarcerated people.
(d) Documentation indicating the necessity of This is part of the Classification Assessment.
administrative separation to obtain the objective of
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility ☒ ☐ ☐
staff.
(e) A documented individualized ongoing review and This is part of the ongoing classification
evaluation of the need to continue placement in process.
☒ ☐ ☐
administrative separation.
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1055 USE OF SAFETY CELL 1104.05 Safety Cell Policy
Safety Cells shall be used to hold only those
The safety cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section
inmates who display behavior which results in
1231.2.5, shall be used to hold only those people who
the destruction of property or reveals intent to
display behavior which results in the destruction of
cause physical harm to self or others.
property or reveals an intent to cause physical harm to
☒ ☐ ☐
self or others.
A sampling of 20 safety cell logs was reviewed
and was found to contain timely safety
checks, and approvals for placement and
retention, along with medical and mental
health interventions.
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the The decision to place a person into a safety
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and cell is made in partnership with sheriff’s office
procedures governing safety cell use and may delegate personnel and the health care provider.
authority to place an incarcerated person in a safety cell ☒ ☐ ☐
to a physician. Policies and procedures shall include, but
not be limited to:
(a) In no case shall the safety cell be used for Deputies shall document their reason for the
punishment or as a substitute for treatment. use of a safety cell. In no case shall the Safety
Cell be used for punishment or as a substitute
for treatment.
☒ ☐ ☐
Of the safety cell logs reviewed, BSCC staff
verified that there were no cases where a
safety cell was used for the purpose of
discipline or treatment.
(b) A person shall be placed in a safety cell only with the The use of a Safety Cell shall require the
approval of the facility manager or designee, or approval of the Receiving Sergeant. The
responsible health care staff; continued retention shall ☒ ☐ ☐ Receiving Sergeant may delegate authority to
be reviewed a minimum of every four hours. the health care provider.
(c) A medical assessment shall be completed as soon as A medical assessment shall be completed
possible, but not more than 12 hours from the time of within the first hour of placement in the Safety
placement in the safety cell. The person shall be Cell.
medically cleared for continued retention, referral to In practice, all assessments are conducted at
advanced treatment, or removal from the safety cell a the time of placement.
minimum of every 24 hours thereafter.
☒ ☐ ☐ Of the sampling of safety cell logs reviewed,
there were few occurrences of an
incarcerated person remaining in a safety cell
for more than 24 hours. When this occurs, the
health care provider is onsite and is part of the
decision-making process for retention.
(d) The facility manager, designee or responsible health This occurs at the time of placement.
care staff shall obtain a mental health
opinion/consultation with responsible health care staff on
☒ ☐ ☐
placement and retention, which shall be secured as soon
as possible, but not more than 12 hours from placement.
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(e) Direct visual observation shall be conducted at least Deputies shall conduct a safety check at every
twice every 30 minutes, with no more than a 15-minute fifteen (15) minutes. Checks shall be direct
lapse between safety checks. Such observation shall be visual observations to determine
documented. consciousness, responsiveness, no difficulty
breathing, not acutely ill, no apparent injuries,
☒ ☐ ☐ and no vomiting while sleeping.
Of the sampling reviewed, BSCC staff verified
that all safety checks were completed and
documented within the required timeframes.
(f) Procedures shall be established to assure Water shall be offered every 2 hours. When
administration of necessary nutrition and fluids. food is served, the person will be released
from his/her restraints to eat their meal if
feasible. When not feasible, medical
consultation shall be sought in any case
where the adequacy of nutrition is in question.
Offers of fluid and nutrition shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
documented.
Of the sampling reviewed, BSCC staff verified
that nutrition and fluids are being offered and
are documented as required in the agency
policy and this regulation.
(g) People placed in the safety cell shall be allowed to The person shall be allowed to retain sufficient
retain sufficient clothing or be provided with a suitably clothing or be provided with a safety smock to
designed “safety garment,” to provide for their personal provide for their personal privacy unless
privacy unless specific identifiable risks to the person's specific identified risks to the person’s safety
safety or to the security of the facility are documented. or to the security of the facility are
documented.
☒ ☐ ☐
Of the sampling reviewed, BSCC staff verified
that, in all cases, incarcerated persons that
were placed into a safety cell were provided
with a safety smock.
1056 USE OF SOBERING CELL 1104.04 Sobering Cell Policy
The Sobering Cell shall be used for inmates
The sobering cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section
who are a threat to their own safety or to the
1231.2.4, shall be used for temporary holding of safety of others due to their intoxication.
incarcerated people who are a threat to their own safety Intoxicated inmates shall be placed in the
or the safety of others due to their state of intoxication. Sobering Cell. The Receiving Sergeant and
booking intake nurse shall be notified of
placement. Inmates shall be removed from
the Sobering Cell as soon as they are able to
continue in the processing and cleared by
medical staff.
☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of 20
sobering cell logs and verified that those
placed into a sobering cell were assessed by
medical personnel and approvals were
obtained and documented on the log. Safety
checks were timely and removal from the cell
occurred when the person was able to
continue with the admission process of
booking.
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A person shall be removed from the sobering cell as
soon as they are able to continue the admission process
☒ ☐ ☐
or are no longer a risk to themselves or others.
In no case shall a person remain in a sobering cell over A sampling of sobering cell logs was reviewed
six hours without an evaluation by medical or custody by BSCC staff and in no case was a sobering
staff to determine whether the person has an urgent cell used for more than six hours.
☒ ☐ ☐
medical problem, pursuant to section 1213 of these
regulations.
At 12 hours from the time of placement, all persons must Health care services are onsite and conduct
receive an evaluation by responsible health care staff. their assessment at the time of placement into
a sobering cell. Verification of this was
☒ ☐ ☐
attained by BSCC staff during a review of
Sobering Cell log documentation.
Intermittent direct visual observation of people held in the Deputies shall conduct a welfare check within
sobering cell shall be conducted no less than every half every 15 minutes of inmates in the Sobering
hour. Such observation shall be documented. Cell utilizing the RFID Guardian device. The
15-minute checks shall be direct visual
observation to determine consciousness,
responsiveness, no difficulty breathing, not
☒ ☐ ☐ acutely ill, no apparent injuries, and no
vomiting while sleeping.
Of the sampling reviewed by BSCC staff, all
safety checks were completed and
documented within the timeframes required.
1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 1114.01 Medical Services
712.4 Basic Mental Health Services
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical, dental, and mental health matters
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
involving clinical judgments are the sole
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
province of the responsible physician, dentist,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
and psychiatrist or psychologist.
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
Medical Evaluation and Clearance in
developmental disabilities.
Receiving. Medical Staff shall clear all
inmates coming into custody in the receiving
☒ ☐ ☐
area.
Deputies shall notify the Medical Staff if an
inmate is suspected or confirmed to have a
developmental disability. Medical staff shall
contact the San Andreas Regional Center
within 24 hours of intake.
The initial screening is performed at the time
of intake and is ongoing.
The health authority or designee shall contact the When an incarcerated person is suspected or
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or confirmed to be developmentally disabled,
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the medical staff shall contact the San Andreas
☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of Regional Center within 24 hours of intake or
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends. upon determination.
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1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES 512 Use of Restraint Devices
1104.06 Restraint Devices.
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
1104.07 Restraint Chair / WRAP
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
This policy does not apply to the routine use
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
of handcuffs and shackles or other restraint
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
devices used to restrain inmates for security
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated
reasons, such as during transport.
person from being ambulatory. The provisions of this
Restraint devices shall only be utilized on
section do not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, or
inmates who display bizarre behavior that
other restraint devices when used to restrain
results in the destruction of property or reveals
incarcerated people for security reasons. The facility
an intent to cause physical harm to self or
manager may delegate authority to place an
others. Restraint devices include any device
incarcerated person in restraints to responsible health
care staff. ☒ ☐ ☐ that immobilizes an inmate’s extremities
and/or prevents the inmate from being
ambulatory. Physical restraints should be
utilized only when it appears that less
restrictive alternatives would be ineffective in
controlling the disorderly behavior. In no case
shall restraints be used as punishment, as a
substitute for treatment, or to intentionally
inflict pain.
Approved restraint devices include handcuffs,
ankle cuffs, leg shackles, belly chains,
restraint chair, WRAP device, and soft
restraints.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas:
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☒ ☐ ☐
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in Any signs or symptoms of medical distress
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability (i.e. hysterical/psychotic outbursts, physical
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment; injury resulting from restraints, panic attack, or
☒ ☐ ☐
respiratory problems, etc.) shall be addressed
immediately with the Facility Medical Staff.
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; When restraints are used, the person is
placed into a safety cell and is under constant
supervision.
☒ ☐ ☐
During this inspection cycle, the WRAP was
not used.
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, A restrained inmate shall be offered water
every two hours, or as recommended by the
medical staff. When food is served, the inmate
will be released from restraints if possible.
☒ ☐ ☐
A sampling of 20 restraint logs was reviewed
by BSCC staff and reflected that the
provisions for hydration, nutrition, and
sanitation are occurring and is documented.
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(5) exercising of extremities. Deputies, under the supervision of medical
staff, shall allow the inmate an opportunity to
exercise his/her extremities within the first
hour and every hour thereafter. Deputies shall
release one limb at a time allowing the inmate
to extend the limb to a full range of motion ten
☒ ☐ ☐
times.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of 20
restraint logs that reflected the exercising of
extremities is occurring and is documented.
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the
following requirements: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment In no case shall restraints be used as
or as a substitute for treatment. punishment, as a substitute for treatment, or
to intentionally inflict pain.
☒ ☐ ☐ Of the sampling of logs reviewed by BSCC
staff, there was no instance of an incarcerated
person being restrained as a form of
discipline.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on Restraint devices shall only be utilized on
incarcerated people who display behavior which inmates who display bizarre behavior that
results in the destruction of property or reveal an results in the destruction of property or reveals
intent to cause physical harm to self or others. an intent to cause physical harm to self or
others.
Restraint devices include any device that
☒ ☐ ☐ immobilizes an inmate’s extremities and/or
prevents the inmate from being ambulatory.
Physical restraints should be utilized only
when it appears that less restrictive
alternatives would be ineffective in controlling
the disorderly behavior.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less Please see above.
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-
escalation techniques, have been attempted and are ☒ ☐ ☐
deemed ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in At the time a person is placed in restraints, or
restraints only with the approval of the facility as soon as practical thereafter, the on-duty
manager, the facility watch commander, or Receiving Sergeant shall be notified of the
responsible health care staff; continued retention placement. The on-duty Receiving Sergeant
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour. may delegate authority to place a person in
restraints to a physician.
The Sergeant, in consultation with Medical
Staff, shall evaluate the need for continued
retention every hour. The Sergeant shall
☒ ☐ ☐
document specific reasons for continued
retention.
Placement. The restraint chair shall only be
used with the approval and under the direction
of a sergeant. The sergeant shall ensure that
medical staff is immediately summoned to
conduct a medical and mental health
screening.
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(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be Please see above.
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☒ ☐ ☐
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention The health care provider is onsite and is
shall be secured within one hour from the time of present for a medical opinion when restraint
☒ ☐ ☐
placement. devices are used.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within Please see above.
four hours of placement. ☒ ☐ ☐
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be When restraints are used, the person is
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure placed into a safety cell and is under constant
that the restraints are properly employed, and to supervision.
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated
person. Such observation shall be documented.
☒ ☐ ☐
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area
which makes provisions to protect the person from
abuse.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in If after a five-hour period, an inmate continues
consultation with responsible health care staff to display behavior which necessitates
determines that an incarcerated person cannot be continued restraint, the Sergeant, in
safely removed from restraints after eight hours, the consultation with the medical staff, shall
person shall be taken to a medical facility for further develop plans to transport the inmate to the
evaluation. ☒ ☐ ☐ hospital.
Of the sampling reviewed by BSCC staff,
there was no instance of an incarcerated
person remaining in restraints for a period
exceeding five hours.
(10) Where applicable, the facility manager shall use
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended
☒ ☐ ☐
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the BSCC staff verified that in all instances that
placement in restraints shall be documented and the restraint chair was used, documentation
shall be video recorded unless exigent was completed and video recording was
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The preserved.
documentation shall include: the reason for ☒ ☐ ☐
placement; person authorizing placement; names of
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained;
and the duration of placement.
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1058.5 RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT PERSONS 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Pregnant inmates temporarily taken to the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant hospital outside the Jail for the purposes of
people. childbirth shall be transported in the least
In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the policy restrictive way possible. Per California Penal
shall include reference to the following: Code Section 5007.7, once the inmate has
been declared by the attending physician to
be in active labor, the inmate shall not be
shackled by the wrist, ankles, or both, unless
deemed necessary for the safety and security
of the inmate, the staff, and the public.
Inmates transported to court shall be
restrained with leg-irons and belly chains
unless special circumstances exist (e.g.
medical exception, court order, pregnant
female).
Pregnant inmates shall be restrained with
☒ ☐ ☐
handcuffs in front of the body only and shall
not be restrained with waist chains or leg irons
(PC3407).
Restraints shall be removed when a
professional who is currently responsible for
the medical care of a pregnant prisoner during
medical emergency, labor, delivery, or
recovery after delivery determines that the
removal of restraints is medically necessary
(3407). An inmate who is in labor shall not be
shackled or handcuffed during transport to the
hospital. Restraints shall not be used during
labor, during delivery, or in post-partum
recovery for a period determined by the
physician (PC 6030(f)).
There were no pregnant females in custody
on the date of the physical plant inspection.
(1) An incarcerated person 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) An incarcerated pregnant person 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 incarcerated person,
the staff, or the public.
(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional
who is currently responsible for the medical care of
an incarcerated pregnant person during a medical
emergency, labor, delivery, or recovery after delivery ☒ ☐ ☐
or termination of the pregnancy determines that the
removal of restraints is medically necessary.
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(4) Upon confirmation of an incarcerated person’s 705 Heath Care for pregnant incarcerated
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing, persons
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated 705.8 Advisement and Counseling
pregnant people. Incarcerated persons who are pregnant shall
be advised of the provisions of this policy
☒ ☐ ☐
manual, the Penal Code, and the standards
established by the Board of State and
Community Corrections related to pregnant
incarcerated persons.
1059 DNA COLLECTION, USE OF FORCE 519.5 Calculated Use of Force to Obtain
Samples
(a) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1, authorized If an inmate refuses to cooperate with the
law enforcement, custodial, or corrections personnel sample collection process, deputies should
including peace officers, may employ reasonable force attempt to identify the reason for refusal and
to collect blood specimens, saliva samples, or thumb or seek voluntary compliance without resorting
palm print impressions from individuals who are required to using force.
to provide such samples, specimens or impressions ☒ ☐ ☐ Force will not be used in the collection of
pursuant to Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse samples except as authorized by court order
following written or oral request. or approval of legal counsel and only with the
approval of the Shift Commander.
In practice, force is not used to collect
samples of DNA specimens or impressions.
(1) For the purpose of this regulation, the “use of 300.3 Use of Force
reasonable force” shall be defined as the force that Deputies shall use only that amount of force
an objective, trained and competent correctional that reasonably appears necessary given the
employee, faced with similar facts and facts and totality of the circumstances known
circumstances, would consider necessary and to or perceived by the deputy at the time of the
reasonable to gain compliance with this regulation. event to accomplish a legitimate law
enforcement purpose (Penal Code § 835a).
The reasonableness of force will be judged
from the perspective of a reasonable deputy
☒ ☐ ☐
on the scene at the time of the incident. Any
evaluation of reasonableness must allow for
the fact that deputies are often forced to make
split-second decisions about the amount of
force that reasonably appears necessary in a
particular situation, with limited information
and in circumstances that are tense,
uncertain, and rapidly evolving.
(2) The use of reasonable force shall be preceded by Please see above.
efforts to secure voluntary compliance. Efforts to
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 If force is necessary to obtain DNA samples
authorization of the facility watch commander or or specimens, the person is transported to the
designee on duty. The authorization shall include hospital for collection.
information that reflects the fact that the offender was ☒ ☐ ☐
asked to provide the requisite specimen, sample, or
impression and refused.
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(c) If the use of reasonable force includes a cell 374.5.2 Cell Extractions
extraction, the extraction shall be videotaped, including If the use of force includes a cell extraction,
audio. Video shall be directed at the cell extraction event. the extraction shall be video recorded,
The videotape shall be retained by the agency for the including audio. Video shall be directed at the
length of time required by statute. Notwithstanding the
cell extraction event. The video recording
use of the video as evidence in a criminal proceeding,
shall be retained by the Department for the
the tape shall be retained administratively. length of time required by statute.
Notwithstanding the use of the video as
☒ ☐ ☐
evidence in a criminal proceeding, the tape
shall be retained administratively (15 CCR
1059).
There were no instances of a forced cell
extraction being conducted or documented
during this inspection cycle.
1061 EDUCATION PROGRAM 1114.13 Education Plan
Academic Programs are available to
The facility administrator of any Type II or III facility shall sentenced and unsentenced inmates housed
plan and shall request of appropriate public officials an in the jail. The Sheriff’s Office contracts with a
education program for incarcerated persons. local school district to provide GED High
School Equivalency education and testing for
qualified inmates.
Attendance in educational programs are on a
voluntary basis.
Eligibility is based on the inmate’s
☒ ☐ ☐
qualifications which include classification,
security practices of the facility, and an
inmate’s failure to abide by facility rules and
regulations.
BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
housed in general population as well as
separated housing and all confirmed that
programming is accessible to them.
When such services are not made available by the The agency contracts with the County Office
appropriate public officials, then the facility administrator of Education, The Center for Employment
shall develop and implement an education program with Training, and community-based providers to
☒ ☐ ☐
available resources. offer a wide variety of education, training, and
programming opportunities.
Such a plan shall provide for the voluntary academic or Please see above.
vocational, or both, education of housed people. ☒ ☐ ☐
Reasonable criteria for program eligibility shall be The Inmate Programs Manager and his staff
established. Modified academic or vocational screen all incarcerated persons for academic
opportunities may be provided based on sound security and vocational programming eligibility.
☒ ☐ ☐
practices or a person’s failure to abide by facility rules
and regulations.
1062 VISITING 1116.00 VISITING
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
☒ ☐ ☐
written policies and procedures, which include the
following requirements:
(a) A visiting program which shall provide for: A minimum of one hour of in-person visiting
(1) As many in-person visits and visitors as facility per week is offered.
schedules, space, and number of personnel will ☒ ☐ ☐ Remote visiting on the tablets or kiosks are
allow. unlimited.
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(2) A publicly posted schedule of facility visiting BSCC observed visiting informational posting
hours. If practicable, visiting hours should be made in the public lobby of the jail.
available on weekends, evenings, or holidays.
☒ ☐ ☐
There is also a kiosk in the jail lobby that
contains the visiting modes and scheduling.
(3) For all incarcerated persons in Type II, III, and IV Please see above.
facilities there shall be allowed no fewer than two
visits totaling at least one hour per incarcerated ☒ ☐ ☐
person each week.
(b) Visits may not be cancelled unless a legitimate During the onsite physical plant inspection,
operational or safety and security concern exists. All BSCC staff interviewed multiple incarcerated
cancelled visits must be documented. The facility people regarding the cancellation of visitation.
manager or designee shall regularly review cancelled ☒ ☐ ☐ The people interviewed consistently stated
visits and document such review. that they were not aware of any instance of
visiting being canceled.
(c) The visiting policies developed pursuant to this 1116.03 Visitation by Minor Children
section shall include provision for visitation by minor Persons under the age of 18 shall be
children of the incarcerated person. accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. It
is the responsibility of the visitor to provide
☒ ☐ ☐
satisfactory proof of their relationship. Proof
may be in the form of a birth certificate or
guardianship documents.
(d) Video visitation may be used to supplement existing Both in-person and video remote visitation are
visitation programs, but shall not be used to fulfill the available.
requirements of this section if in-person visitation is ☒ ☐ ☐
requested by an incarcerated person.
(e) Facilities shall not charge for visitation when visitors BSCC staff verified that there is no fee for
are onsite and participating in either in-person or video onsite in-person visitation or onsite remote
visitation. For purposes of this subsection, “onsite” is visitation.
☒ ☐ ☐
defined as the location where the incarcerated person is
housed.
(f) Subdivision (d) shall not apply to facilities which (1)
exclusively used video visitation prior to January 1, 2017
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
as of January 1, 2017, the first hour of remote video
☐ ☐ ☒
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; Onsite in-person with barrier
Onsite in-person video
Remote video
Visitation hours; 0600-2230 hours
Time inmates are allowed for visitation; and, Monday-Sunday
Any restrictions on inmate visitation. Disciplinary actions related to visitation
Visitor violation resulting in loss of access to
in-person inmate visitation.
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1063 CORRESPONDENCE 1114.15 Correspondence, Books,
Newspapers and Magazines
The facility administrator shall develop written policies Incarcerated people may, at their own
and procedures for correspondence which provide that: expense, send and receive mail without
(a) there is no limitation on the volume of mail that an restrictions on quantity. Those that are
incarcerated person may send or receive; deemed indigent receive 4 envelopes and 8
sheets of paper per week.
☒ ☐ ☐
Incarcerated people were interviewed by
BSCC staff during the onsite physical plant
inspection and reported that there are no
restrictions on the volume of mail that they
may send, receive, or maintain.
(b) an incarcerated person’s correspondence may be Mail is scanned when there is a valid security
read when there is a valid security reason and the facility concern and only with the approval of a
☒ ☐ ☐
manager or designee approves; supervisor.
(c) jail staff shall not review an incarcerated person’s 1008.4 Confidential Correspondence
correspondence to or from state and federal courts, any Incarcerated persons may correspond
member of the State Bar or holder of public office, and confidentially with courts, legal counsel,
the State Board of State and Community Corrections; officials of this office, elected officials, the
however, jail authorities may open and inspect such mail ☒ ☐ ☐ Department of Corrections, jail inspectors,
only to search for contraband, cash, checks, or money government officials, or officers of the court.
orders and in the presence of the incarcerated person; This facility will also accept and deliver a fax
or interoffice mail from these entities.
(d) incarcerated persons may correspond, confidentially, Incarcerated people were interviewed by
with the facility manager or the facility administrator; and, BSCC staff during the onsite physical plant
inspection and reported that they are able to
confidentially correspond with the Facility
☒ ☐ ☐ Manger, administrator, courts, legal counsel,
officials of this office, elected officials, the
Department of Corrections, jail inspectors,
government officials, or officers of the court.
(e) those incarcerated persons who are without funds BSCC inspected indigent commissary
shall be permitted at least four postage paid envelopes packets during the onsite physical plant
and eight sheets of paper each week to permit inspection. The Indigent Commissary Packets
correspondence with family members and friends but contained 4 envelopes and 8 sheets of paper.
☒ ☐ ☐
without limitation on the number of postage paid
envelopes and sheets of paper to their attorney and to
the courts.
1064 LIBRARY SERVICES 1007 Library Services
Library services are accessible to all those
The facility administrator shall develop written policies incarcerated in the jail.
and procedures for library service in all Type II, III, and
IV facilities. The scope of such service shall be
determined by the facility administrator. The library
service shall include access to the following resources
☒ ☐ ☐
via paper documents or through electronic media and
include current information on community services and
resources, and religious, educational, legal reference
material and recreational reading material. In Type IV
facilities such a program can be either in-house or
provided through access to the community.
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1065 EXERCISE AND OUT OF CELL TIME 1004 Exercise and Recreation
1106.05 Time outside of Cell
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall
A minimum of 3 hours of outdoor recreation
develop written policies and procedures for a minimum
for the exercising of large muscle groups and
of 10 hours of out of cell time distributed over a period of
a minimum of 7 hours of programming and
seven days to include:
recreation is offered each week.
BSCC staff reviewed a random sampling of
exercise records for 20 administratively
☒ ☐ ☐
separated incarcerated people and verified
that a minimum of 10 hours of out of cell time
is occurring.
BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
during the physical plant inspection and were
advised that they are offered exercise and
recreation nearly every day.
(1) an opportunity for three hours of exercise and Please see above.
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) an opportunity for seven hours of recreation. Please see above.
☒ ☐ ☐
Policies shall include reasonable and necessary
procedures to ensure safety and security. ☒ ☐ ☐
1066 BOOKS, NEWSPAPERS, PERIODICALS, 1114.15 Correspondence, Books,
AND WRITINGS Newspapers and Magazines
1008.7 Books, Magazines, Newspapers
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall
and Periodicals
develop written policies and procedures which will permit
Unless otherwise in conflict with this policy
incarcerated persons to purchase, receive and read any
and prohibited by the Chief Deputy, inmates
book, newspaper, periodical, or writing accepted for
are permitted to purchase, receive, and read
distribution by the United States Postal Service. The
any 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
Inmates may order books, newspapers, and
alternative, to ensure reasonable access to interested
magazines directly from the publisher or
people.
internet (Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com,
Nothing herein shall be construed as limiting the right of
etc.). Materials sent from a bookstore shall not
a facility administrator to:
be accepted. Only paperback books shall be
permitted.
(1) exclude any publications or writings based on any 1008.8 Rejection of Magazines and
legitimate penological interest; Periodicals
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.
(2) exclude obscene publications or writings, and Restrictions on Incoming Mail. Mail that
mail containing information concerning where, how, contains unauthorized items shall be returned
or from whom such matter may be obtained; and any to the sender. Prohibited items include:
matter of a character tending to incite murder, arson, Photographs containing violent, sexually
riot, violent racism, or any other form of violence; any suggestive, or unclothed women/men.
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;
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(3) open and inspect any publications or packages Publications and packages are inspected to
received by an incarcerated person; and ensure that they are free of contraband and
☒ ☐ ☐
contain only allowable material.
(4) restrict the number of books, newspapers, The number of books, newspapers,
periodicals, or writings the incarcerated person may periodicals, or writings that an incarcerated
have in their cell or elsewhere in the facility at one ☒ ☐ ☐ person may possess is not restricted.
time.
1067 ACCESS TO TELEPHONE 1114.08 Telephones
Telephones are available in all housing units
The facility administrator shall develop written policies throughout the facility. The computer system
and procedures which allow access to a telephone or automatically turns the telephones on at the
communication device beyond those telephone calls Main Jail during designated times.
which are required by Section 851.5 of the Penal Code. All incarcerated people have access to
Individuals who are known to have, or are perceived by telephones.
others as having hearing or speech impairments shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
provided access to the appropriate telecommunication During the onsite physical plant inspection,
device which will facilitate communication. Such devices incarcerated people were interviewed by
may include but are not limited to videophones, BSCC staff and stated that telephone access
teletypewriters, or third-party communications is readily available in addition to kiosk and
assistance. An individual’s access to telephone tablet calls.
communications shall not be withdrawn unless doing so
is required to uphold the safety and security of the facility.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL 603 Access to Courts and Counsel
All incarcerated persons have free access to
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
courts and counsel.
and procedures to ensure incarcerated persons have ☒ ☐ ☐
access to the court and to legal counsel.
Such access shall consist of:
(a) unlimited mail as provided in Section 1063 of these Legal mail is unlimited.
regulations, and, ☒ ☐ ☐
(b) confidential consultation with attorneys. Confidential interview rooms and telephone
☒ ☐ ☐ lines are accessible.
1069 ORIENTATION 503 Inmate Handbook and Orientation
1114.12 Public Information Plan
(a) In Type II, III, and IV facilities, the facility administrator
All persons are provided with an inmate
shall develop written policies and procedures for the
☒ ☐ ☐ orientation and handbook prior to housing.
implementation of a program for people newly admitted
Orientation is also available in multiple
to the facility designed to orient them at the time of
languages on the tablet.
placement in a living area.
Both written and verbal information shall be provided and Verbal orientation is provided upon housing.
may be supplemented with video orientation. ☒ ☐ ☐
Provision shall be made to provide accessible orientation Orientation is delivered by way of:
information to each person, including those with Handbook Orientation
disabilities, limited literacy, or those with limited English Tablet, electronic format in multiple languages
☒ ☐ ☐
proficiency (LEP). Video is pending final review and
implementation.
Such a program shall be published and include, but not The orientation handbook was reviewed by
be limited to, the following: BSCC staff and was found to contain all of the
(1) correspondence, visiting, and telephone usage ☒ ☐ ☐ required elements listed in the below sections
rules; 1-10.
(2) rules and disciplinary procedures;
☒ ☐ ☐
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(3) grievance procedures;
☒ ☐ ☐
(4) programs and activities available and method of
application; ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) medical and mental health services;
☒ ☐ ☐
(6) classification/housing assignments;
☒ ☐ ☐
(7) court appearance where scheduled, if known;
☒ ☐ ☐
(8) voting, including registration;
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) zero tolerance policy against sexual abuse and
sexual harassment; and, ☒ ☐ ☐
(10) availability of personal care items and
opportunities for personal hygiene. ☒ ☐ ☐
1070 INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY SERVICE PROGRAMS 1114.14 Individual/Family Service
Programs
The facility administrator of a Type II, III, or IV facility shall The Program Services Commander is
develop written policies and procedures which facilitate responsible for facilitating cooperation with
cooperation with appropriate public or private agencies appropriate public and private agencies for
for individual or family social service programs for ☒ ☐ ☐ individual and/or family social service
incarcerated persons. Such a program shall utilize the programs for those incarcerated. Programs
services and resources available in the community and utilize the services and resources available in
may be in the form of a resource guide or actual service the community.
delivery.
The range and source of such services shall be at the Individual/Family Service Programs. A variety
discretion of the facility administrator and may include: of life-skills and personal improvement
(a) risk and needs assessments; programs are available throughout the Jail to
(b) best practices in: assist inmates with coping skills on
(1) individual, group or family counseling; problematic issues surrounding incarceration.
(2) drug and alcohol abuse counseling; Attendance at these programs is voluntary.
(3) cognitive behavioral interventions; Eligibility is in accordance with the facility’s
(4) vocational testing and counseling; inmate classification plan, security practices
(5) employment counseling; ☒ ☐ ☐ of the facility, and the incarcerated person’s
(6) discharge and reentry planning; failure to abide by facility rules and
(c) referral to community resources and programs; regulations.
(d) reentry planning and service development;
(e) legal assistance;
(f) regional center services for the developmentally
disabled; and,
(g) community volunteers.
1071 VOTING 1114.16 Voting
A person entitled to vote shall be a United
The facility administrator of a Type I (holding sentenced States citizen, a resident of California, not in
incarcerated workers) II, III or IV facility shall develop prison or on parole for the conviction of a
written policies and procedures whereby the county felony, and at least 18 years of age at the time
registrar of voters allows qualified voters to vote in local, of the next election (2101 Elections Code).
☒ ☐ ☐
state, and federal elections, pursuant to election codes.
BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
during the onsite physical plant inspection and
those interviewed advised that they are aware
of how to access voter registration and vote.
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1072 RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES 1114.11 Religious Observance
The Jail Chaplain provides for the religious
The facility administrator of a Type I, II, III or IV facility needs of inmates in the Monterey County Jail
shall develop written policies and procedures to provide and is authorized to recruit assistance from
opportunities for incarcerated persons to participate in local faith communities.
religious services, practices, and counseling on a Religious Visits by Clergy.
voluntary basis. The Custody Operations Bureau authorizes
members of the Clergy to visit parishioners for
the purpose of religious counseling. Religious
Clergy shall be ordained or licensed ministers.
☒ ☐ ☐
The delivery of religious services,
observances, and visits are available upon
request.
BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
during the onsite physical plant inspection and
were advised that religious programming is
accessible and is available in all housing
areas.
1073 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE 1114.09 Grievance Procedure
It is the policy of the Monterey County Sheriff’s
(a) Each administrator of a Type II, III, or IV facility and
Office Corrections Operations Bureau that the
Type I facilities which hold incarcerated workers shall
inmate grievance process shall be utilized in
develop written policies and procedures whereby all
order to provide an expedient and appropriate
incarcerated persons have the opportunity and ability to resolution to a complaint at the lowest
submit and appeal grievances relating to any conditions possible level and also allow for appeal to the
of confinement, including but not limited to: medical care; next level of review.
classification actions; disciplinary actions; program
An inmate may appeal and have resolved
participation; telephone, mail, and visiting procedures;
grievances relating to any conditions of
and food, clothing, and bedding.
confinement, included but not limited to
Such policies and procedures shall include:
medical care; classification actions;
disciplinary actions; program participation;
telephone, mail and visiting procedures; and
food, clothing, and bedding.
Grievances that allege staff misconduct shall
not be directly responded to by the grieved
employee. The employee's supervisor shall
investigate the complaint and respond.
☒ ☐ ☐
A sampling of 20 grievances were reviewed
by BSCC staff and were found to be
consistently responded to within the timelines
required in policy.
An additional sampling of grievance appeals
was reviewed and was found to be
appropriately addressed within required
timelines.
During the onsite physical plant inspection,
incarcerated people were interviewed by
BSCC staff and advised that they are aware
of the grievance process and how to access a
grievance.
Those interviewed, that have navigated the
grievance process, reported that their
grievance was either immediately resolved
without the formal grievance process or that
they were responded to in a timely fashion.
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(1) a grievance form;
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) instructions for registering and appealing a Instructions for obtaining a grievance are
grievance, including relevant deadlines; included in the initial orientation. Instructions
for submitting a grievance are clearly outlined
☒ ☐ ☐ on the grievance form, are listed in the
orientation handbook, and are available on
the tablet.
(3) a process for submission and handling of
anonymous grievances; ☒ ☐ ☐
(4) resolution of the grievance at the lowest
appropriate staff level; ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) appeal to the next level of review; A sampling of grievance appeals was
reviewed and was appropriately addressed
☒ ☐ ☐
within required timelines.
(6) written reasons for denial of grievance at each In practice, grievances are not denied.
level of review which acts on the grievance; ☒ ☐ ☐
(7) provision for a non-automated initial response A sampling of 20 grievances was reviewed
within a reasonable time limit which shall not exceed and was found to be consistently responded
a period of 15 calendar days; to within the timelines required in policy. An
☒ ☐ ☐ additional sampling of grievance appeals was
reviewed and was appropriately addressed
within required timelines.
(8) provision for resolving questions of jurisdiction Grievances submitted regarding medical,
within the facility; food service, or commissary services are
☒ ☐ ☐ recorded for tracking and are routed
accordingly.
(9) provision for providing a copy of the grievance, BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
appeal, response, and related documents to the regarding the grievance process and all
incarcerated person; and, reported that, when navigating the grievance
☒ ☐ ☐ process, they are always provided with copies
of their grievance, responses, and related
documentation.
(10) The facility manager or designee shall conduct All grievances are reviewed by a supervisor.
regular review of grievances, responses, and
☒ ☐ ☐
appeals.
(b) Grievance System Abuse: Grievance System Abuse.
The facility may establish written policy and procedure to The facility may control the submission of an
control the submission of an excessive number of excessive number of grievances. Those who
grievances. file excessive, unfounded, or frivolous
grievances may have their right to file further
☒ ☐ grievances limited up to one grievance per
week.
This has not occurred during this inspection
cycle.
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1080 RULES AND DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS 1111.00 Discipline Plan
To ensure the optimum level of facility security
Wherever discipline is administered, each facility and safety, this procedure establishes a
administrator shall establish written rules and disciplinary uniform process for handling inmate
actions to guide the conduct of incarcerated persons. ☒ ☐ ☐ discipline. Inmates shall be issued a
handbook outlining the rules and regulations
Notes: If discipline IS NOT administered, written policy
of the facility prior to housing.
should indicate as such. If discipline IS administered,
Sections 1080, 1081, 1082, 1083 and 1084 apply.
Such rules and disciplinary actions shall be stated simply Orientation handbooks are issued prior to
and affirmatively and posted conspicuously in housing housing. Verbal orientation including rules is
units and the booking area or issued to each person ☒ ☐ ☐ given at the time of housing and tablets are
upon booking. available in all housing areas.
For those individuals with limited literacy, who are unable The orientation handbook is available in
to read English, and for persons with disabilities, several languages, the tablet delivers the
provision shall be made for the jail staff to instruct them orientation material in several languages and
verbally or provide them with material in an ☒ ☐ ☐ an orientation video that is in English and
understandable form regarding jail rules and disciplinary Spanish is pending final review prior to
procedures and actions. implementation.
1081 PLAN FOR DISCIPLINE OF INCARCERATED 1111.00 Discipline Plan
PERSONS To ensure the optimum level of facility security
and safety, this procedure establishes a
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies uniform process for handling inmate
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures for discipline of incarcerated persons. discipline. All incarcerated persons shall be
The plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following issued a handbook outlining the rules and
elements: regulations of the facility prior to housing.
(a) Temporary Loss of Privileges: For minor acts of non- 1111.02 Minor acts of non-conformance or
conformance or minor violations of facility rules, staff violation of facility rules
may impose a temporary loss of privileges, such as Minor rule violations are handled informally by
access to television, telephones, commissary, or Deputies through counseling and temporary
lockdown for less than 24 hours, provided there is written loss of television privileges.
documentation and supervisory approval. ☒ ☐ ☐ Loss of one hour of out of cell time requires
notification of the Shift Sergeant, completion
of a DAR form, and notation on the housing
roster. Deputy should also explain the loss to
the incarcerated person.
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(b) Disciplinary Actions: Major violations of facility rules 1111.04 Procedures for Writing a
or repetitive minor acts of non-conformance or repetitive Disciplinary Action Report (DAR)
minor violations of facility rules shall be reported in Major violations that result in imposed
writing by the staff member observing the act and sanctions shall be documented on a
submitted to the disciplinary officer. The consequences
Disciplinary Action Report (DAR).
of such violations may include, but are not limited to:
The observing Deputy or CCS shall write a
Disciplinary Action Report (DAR) before the
end of shift.
All reports shall be reviewed and approved by
a Watch Supervisor.
The formal disciplinary process requires due
process.
☒ ☐ ☐ A sampling of 20 disciplinary packets for
major rule violations resulting in the imposition
of sanctions was reviewed by BSCC staff.
The packets reviewed contained the original
written notices, the hearings were conducted
by an uninvolved hearing officer within the
required timeframes, the persons charged
with rule violations were present for
disciplinary hearings and were able to appeal
the suggested imposed sanction should they
disagree.
Of those appealed, they were processed and
resolved within the required timeframes.
1. Loss of good time/work time.
☒ ☐ ☐
2. Placement in disciplinary separation.
☒ ☐ ☐
3. Loss of privileges mandated by regulations.
☒ ☐ ☐
A staff member with investigative and disciplinary
authority shall be designated as a disciplinary officer to
☒ ☐ ☐
impose such consequences.
Staff shall not participate in disciplinary review if they are
involved in the charges. ☒ ☐ ☐
Such charges pending against an incarcerated person
shall be acted on with the following provisions and within
specified timeframes:
1. A copy of the report, or a separate written notice ☒ ☐ ☐
of the violation(s), shall be provided to the
incarcerated person.
2. Unless declined by the incarcerated person, a The Deputy shall inform the incarcerated
hearing shall be provided no sooner than 24 hours person that he is receiving a DAR and ask if
after the report has been submitted to the he wants to waive the 24-hour waiting period.
disciplinary officer and the incarcerated person has This will allow the Board to hear the DAR as
been informed of the charges in writing. The hearing soon as possible.
may be postponed or continued for a reasonable ☒ ☐ ☐ The incarcerated person shall place their
time through a written waiver by the incarcerated initials in the appropriate area of the DAR to
person, or for good cause. signify he waives time.
The Watch Supervisor shall review, approve,
and initial the report.
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3. The incarcerated person shall be permitted to Incarcerated people were interviewed by
appear on their own behalf at the time of hearing and BSCC staff during the physical plant
present witnesses and documentary evidence. The inspection and stated that they were able to
incarcerated person shall have access to staff or ☒ ☐ ☐ be present and make a statement during a
assistance when they have limited literacy, or the disciplinary hearing should they chose to do
issues are complex. so.
4. A charge(s) shall be acted on no later than 72 The Disciplinary Board shall act on violations
hours after an incarcerated person has been no later than 72 hours after an incarcerated
informed of the charge(s) in writing. person has been informed of the charge(s) in
writing.
☒
☐ ☐
BSCC staff verified that this is occurring by
reviewing a sampling of 20 formal disciplinary
packets.
5. Subsequent to final disposition of disciplinary All disciplinary findings are reviewed and
charges by the disciplinary officer, the charges and approved by a supervisor prior to imposition of
the action taken shall be reviewed by the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ any formal disciplinary sanction.
manager or designee.
6. The incarcerated person shall be advised in a Following the disciplinary hearing and
written statement by the fact-finders about the decision, the Disciplinary hearing officer or
evidence relied on and the reasons for the Board shall bring the incarcerated person
disciplinary action. A copy of the record shall be kept ☒ ☐ ☐ back to hear the results and sign written
pursuant to Penal Code Section 4019.5. acknowledgment of the disciplinary actions
taken.
7. There shall be a policy of review and appeal to a All disciplinary findings are reviewed and
supervisor on all disciplinary action. approved by a supervisor prior to imposition of
☒ ☐ ☐
any formal disciplinary sanction.
(c) Nothing in this section precludes a facility 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
administrator from administratively separating any Incarcerated persons exhibiting behavior that
incarcerated person from the general population or fits the criteria for placement in Administrative
program for reasons of personal, mental, or physical Separation who currently exhibit, or have
health, or under any circumstance in which the safety of exhibited a history of violent, unpredictable,
☒ ☐ ☐
the person, staff, program, or community is endangered, unstable, disruptive behavior and/or any other
pending disciplinary action or a review as required by circumstances that would compromise the
Section 1053 of these regulations. individual’s safety or that of other inmates if
placed with others may be separated.
(d) Nothing in this section precludes the imposition of Please see above.
conditions or restrictions that reasonably relate to a
☒ ☐ ☐
legitimate, non-punitive administrative purpose.
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1082 FORMS OF DISCIPLINE 1111.05 Categories of Violations and
Penalties.
The degree of actions taken by the disciplinary officer Category 1
shall be directly related to the severity of the rule
Category 2
infraction and promotion of desired behavior through a
Category 3
progressive disciplinary process. Acceptable forms of
discipline shall consist of, but not be limited to, the Category 4
following:
(a) Loss of privileges. BSCC staff reviewed 20 disciplinary packets
☒ ☐ ☐
(b) Extra work detail. and dispositions. All imposed sanctions were
(c) Short term lockdown for less than 24 hours. commensurate with the rule violation.
(d) Removal from work details.
(e) Forfeiture of “good time” credits earned under Penal
Code Section 4019.
(f) Forfeiture of “work time” credits earned under Penal
Code Section 4019.
(g) Disciplinary separation.
1083 LIMITATIONS ON DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS 1111.10 Limitations on Disciplinary
Actions
The Penal Code and the State Constitution expressly No inmate shall be subject to any form of
prohibit all cruel and unusual punishment. Disciplinary punishment which would be deemed to be:
actions shall not include corporal punishment, group
1. Cruel, corporal, or unusual
punishment when feasible, or physical or psychological
punishment.
degradation.
2. A lack of care, which may injure or
impair the health of the inmate.
Additionally, there shall be the following limitations:
(a) Disciplinary separation shall be considered an option 3. A deprivation of clothing, bedding, or
of last resort and as a response to the most serious and nutritional food, except in cases
threatening behavior, for the shortest time possible, and where the removal of these items will
with the least restrictive conditions possible. prevent destruction of clothing or
bedding or for the inmate’s safety.
Removal of these items shall be
reviewed every 24 hours by the Shift
Sergeant. Medical and/or mental
☒
☐ ☐ health personnel shall be consulted
as necessary.
4. No inmate may be deprived of normal
hygiene items required for basic
cleanliness.
The Classification Commander and Captain
shall receive and review a copy of all
completed Security Assessment Scale forms
for approval.
A sampling of 20 disciplinary packets were
reviewed and there was no instance noted of
an incarcerated person remaining in
disciplinary separation for a period exceeding
30 days consecutively purely as a disciplinary
sanction.
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(1) If a person is on disciplinary separation status for Administrative Separation:
30 consecutive days there shall be a review by the Administrative separation shall consist of
facility manager before the disciplinary separation separate and secure housing but shall not
status is continued. This review shall include a involve any other deprivation of privileges
consultation with health care staff. Such reviews than is necessary to obtain the objective of
shall continue at least every fifteen days thereafter protecting the inmates and staff.
until the disciplinary status has ended. This review ☒
☐ ☐
shall be documented.
During the onsite physical plant inspection,
BSCC staff observed all cells to be equipped
with alike furniture and fixtures.
Incarcerated people that were
administratively separated were not deprived
of items listed in this regulation.
(2) The disciplinary separation cells or cell shall have All cells are furnished and equipped with alike
the minimum furnishings and space specified in Title furnishings and fixtures.
24, Part 2, 1231.2.6 and 2.7. Occupants shall be
issued clothing and bedding as specified in Articles
13 and 14 of these regulations and shall not be
deprived of them through any portion of the day
except that those incarcerated persons who engage ☒ ☐ ☐
in the destruction of bedding or clothing may be
deprived of such articles. The decision to deprive a
person of such articles of clothing and bedding shall
be reviewed by the facility manager or designee
during each 24-hour period.
(3) If after placement in separation, mental health or Any incarcerated person that is classified to
medical staff determine that an individual has be housed in separation is evaluated by
serious mental illness or an intellectual disability, mental health staff to ensure that they are able
☒ ☐ ☐
they shall be removed from disciplinary separation to maintain a mental state without
immediately upon this determination. decompensating.
(b) The delegation of authority to any incarcerated 1111.00 Discipline Plan
person or group of incarcerated people to exercise the In order to assure that proper procedures and
right of punishment over any other incarcerated person due process are followed, the DAR Board is
or group of incarcerated people. the sole entity empowered to impose
☒ ☐ ☐ discipline upon an individual inmate for jail
Note: PC § 4019.5.
rule violations.
No additional discipline may be imposed
beyond that rendered by the DAR board.
(c) In no case shall a safety cell, as specified in Title 24, 1111.10 Limitations on Disciplinary
Part 2, 1231.2.5, or any restraint device be used for Actions
disciplinary purposes. In no case shall a safety cell or any restraint
device be used for disciplinary purposes.
☒ ☐ ☐ A sampling of 20 disciplinary packets was
reviewed by BSCC staff and there was no
instances of an incarcerated person being
placed into a safety cell or restraint device as
a form of discipline.
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(d) No incarcerated person may be deprived of the Incarcerated persons on disciplinary
implements necessary to maintain an acceptable level of restriction (DAR) may only purchase hygiene
personal hygiene as specified in Section 1265 of these products or a DAR pack.
regulations. A DAR pack consists of one toothbrush, one
toothpaste, two bars of soap, and eight sheets
of writing paper, four unstamped envelopes
and one pencil.
DAR packages are handed out with
commissary distribution.
☒ ☐ ☐
No incarcerated person may be deprived of
normal hygiene items required for basic
cleanliness.
A sampling of 20 disciplinary packets was
reviewed and there was no instance of
hygiene implements being withheld as a form
of discipline.
(e) Food shall not be withheld as a disciplinary measure. Food is not being withheld as a disciplinary
☒ ☐ ☐ sanction.
(f) Correspondence privileges shall not be withheld 1114.15 Correspondence, Books,
except in cases where the incarcerated person has Newspapers and Magazines
violated correspondence regulations, in which case 1111.06 Rule Number, Offense
correspondence may be suspended for no longer than Description/ Category Code
72 hours, without the review and approval of the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ Correspondence will only be withheld when a
manager. correspondence violation has occurred such
as using another incarcerated person’s name
on mail correspondence.
(g) In no case shall access to courts and legal counsel Access to courts and counsel are not withheld
be suspended as a disciplinary measure. ☒ ☐ ☐ as a disciplinary sanction.
1084 DISCIPLINARY RECORDS 1112.00 Records Storage and Disposition
Record files are maintained at the Jail until the
Penal Code Section 4019.5 requires that a record is kept incarcerated person is released permanently
of all disciplinary actions administered therefore. This from the facility.
requirement may be satisfied by retaining copies of rule Upon the incarcerated person’s permanent
violation reports and report of the disposition of each. release, the file shall be sent to the Records
Division for storage in accordance with the
☒ ☐ ☐ guidelines set by California State Law.
The Commander’s copy of memorandums,
disciplinary reports, crime reports, incident
reports, and injury reports shall be maintained
in the facility.
The original reports are available in the
incarcerated person’s hard file.
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1206.5 MANAGEMENT OF COMMUNICABLE 1114.01 Medical Services
DISEASES IN A CUSTODY SETTING Management of Communicable Diseases
in a Custody Setting
(a) The responsible physician, in conjunction with the The Medical Director shall implement
facility administrator and the county health officer, shall recommendations and treatment strategies as
develop a written plan to address the identification, provided from the Public Health Officer to
treatment, control and follow-up management of prevent the spread of disease.
tuberculosis and other communicable diseases. The Medical Staff shall report outbreaks of
plan shall cover the intake screening procedures, communicable disease and food poisoning to
identification of relevant symptoms, referral for a medical the Monterey County Health Department.
evaluation, treatment responsibilities during Please see Health Care Provider Policy for
☒ ☐ ☐
incarceration and coordination with public health officials specific Communicable Disease Protocols.
for follow-up treatment in the community. The plan shall The agency-wide Communicable Disease
reflect the current local incidence of communicable Policy was reviewed and contained all
diseases which threaten the health of incarcerated applicable requirements as listed in
people and staff. regulation.
The policy is comprehensive and includes the
identification, control, management,
treatment, quarantine, testing, reporting, and
community referral for those being released
from custody.
(b) Consistent with the above plan, the health authority
shall, in cooperation with the facility administrator and the
county health officer, set forth in writing, policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures in conformance with applicable state and
federal law, which include, but are not limited to:
(1) The types of communicable diseases to be
reported; ☒ ☐ ☐
(2) The persons who shall receive the medical
reports; ☒ ☐ ☐
(3) Sharing of medical information with incarcerated
persons and custody staff; ☒ ☐ ☐
(4) Medical procedures required to identify the
presence of disease(s) and lessen the risk of
☒ ☐ ☐
exposure to others;
(5) Medical confidentiality requirements;
☒ ☐ ☐
(6) Housing considerations based upon behavior,
medical needs, and safety of the affected
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons;
(7) Provisions for consent by an incarcerated person
that address the limits of confidentiality; and, ☒ ☐ ☐
(8) Reporting and appropriate action upon the
possible exposure of custody staff to a
☒ ☐ ☐
communicable disease.
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1211 SICK CALL 701.3 Access to Care/Sick Call
Inmate medical requests will be evaluated by
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health qualified health care professionals or health-
authority, shall develop written policies and procedures, trained custody staff. Health care services will
which provide daily sick call for all incarcerated persons be made available to inmates from the time of
or provision made that any incarcerated person admission until they are released.
requesting medical/mental health attention be given The Monterey County Sheriff's Office facility
such attention. will provide medical, dental, and mental health
services as necessary to maintain the health
and well-being of inmates to a reasonable and
socially acceptable standard.
☒ ☐ ☐ All routine requests for medical attention shall
be promptly routed to a qualified health care
professional.
BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
during the onsite physical plant inspection and
were advised that, generally, sick call triage
occurs within two days depending on the
severity of the medical condition. Of those
interviewed, all stated that they were aware of
how to submit a request for sick call.
1240 FREQUENCY OF SERVING 900 Food Services
Inmate meals that are served in a dining room
In Temporary Holding, Type I, II, and III facilities, and or day room should be provided in space that
those Type IV facilities where food is served, food shall allows groups of inmates to dine together, with
be served three times in any 24-hour period. At least one a minimum of 15 square feet of space per
of these meals shall include hot food. Supplemental food inmate. A dining area shall not contain toilets
must be served to incarcerated persons if more than 14 or showers in the same room without
hours pass between evening and morning meals. appropriate visual barriers. Meals shall be
Additionally, supplemental food must be served to served at least three times during each 24-
people on medical diets in less than the time period hour period. At least one meal must include
outlined above, if prescribed by the responsible hot food.
physician. Any deviation from this requirement shall be
subject to the review and approval of a
☒ ☐ ☐
registered dietitian to ensure that inmates
receive meals that meet nutritional guidelines.
Inmates 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.
BSCC staff interviewed multiple incarcerated
people during the physical plant inspection.
During these interviews, incarcerated people
reported that they receive three meals per day
with a minimum of one of them being hot.
A minimum of fifteen minutes shall be allowed for the Inmates must be provided a minimum of 15
actual consumption of each meal except for those on minutes dining time for each meal.
medical diets where the responsible physician has ☒ ☐ ☐
prescribed additional time.
Provisions shall be made for incarcerated persons who Inmates who miss, or may miss, a regularly
may miss a regularly scheduled facility meal. They shall scheduled meal must be provided with a
be provided with a substitute meal and beverage, and on beverage and a sandwich or substitute meal.
☒ ☐ ☐
medical diets shall be provided with their prescribed
meal.
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1260 STANDARD INSITUTIONAL CLOTHING 807.3.2 Clothing Issue
An inmate admitted to the facility for 72 hours
The standard issue of climatically suitable clothing to or more and assigned to a living unit shall be
incarcerated people held after arraignment in all but issued a set of facility clothing.
Court Holding, Temporary Holding, and Type IV facilities The issue of clothing appropriate to the
shall include, but not be limited to: climate for inmates shall include but is not
☒ ☐ ☐
(a) Clean socks and footwear; limited to the following (15 CCR 1260):
• Clean socks
• Clean outer garments
• Clean undergarments
• Footwear
(b) Clean outergarments; and,
☒ ☐ ☐
(c) Clean undergarments;
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) For males – shorts and undershirt, and Shorts and undershirt
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) For females – bra and two pairs of panties. Bra and two panties
☒ ☐ ☐
The person’s personal undergarments and footwear may When medically necessary and with medical
be substituted for the institutional undergarments and approval.
footwear specified in this regulation. This option
☒ ☐ ☐
notwithstanding, the facility has the primary responsibility
to provide the personal undergarments and footwear.
All issued and exchanged clothing shall be clean and Clothing shall be exchanged twice each week,
free of holes or tears, reasonably fitted, durable, easily at a minimum.
laundered and repaired. Undergarments shall be clean,
free of holes or tears, and substantially free of stains. BSCC staff interviewed incarcerated people
Individuals shall be able to select the garment type more during the physical plant inspection and were
compatible with their gender identity and gender advised that issued clothing is clean, free of
☐
expression. ☒ ☐ holes and tears, climate appropriate, and free
of stains.
Staff were interviewed and stated that if a
person requested clothing specific to their
gender expression or gender identity, they
would be issued as requested.
1264 CONTROL OF VERMIN IN PERSONAL
CLOTHING
There shall be written policies and procedures
developed by the facility administrator to control
☒ ☐ ☐
contamination and/or spread of vermin in all incarcerated
people’s personal clothing. Infested clothing shall be
cleaned, disinfected, or stored in a closed container so
as to eradicate or stop the spread of vermin.
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1265 ISSUE OF PERSONAL CARE ITEMS 807.6 Personal Hygiene
Personal hygiene items, hair care services,
There shall be written policies and procedures and facilities for showers will be provided in
developed by the facility administrator for the issue of accordance with applicable laws and
personal hygiene items. Each menstruating person shall regulations. This is to maintain a standard of
be provided with sanitary napkins, panty liners, and hygiene among inmates in compliance with
tampons as requested with no maximum allowance. the requirements established by state laws as
Each person to be held over 24 hours who is unable to part of a healthy living environment.
supply themself with the following personal care items, Each inmate held more than 24 hours, who is
because of either indigency or the absence of a canteen, unable to supply him/herself with the following
shall be issued: personal care items because of either
indigency or the absence of an inmate
☒ ☐ ☐
canteen, shall be issued the following items
(15 CCR 1265):
• Toothbrush
• Dentifrice
• Soap
• Comb
• Shaving implements
BSCC staff observed feminine hygiene
products that were available in female
housing areas.
(a) Toothbrush,
☒ ☐ ☐
(b) Dentifrice,
☒ ☐ ☐
(c) Soap,
☒ ☐ ☐
(d) Comb, and
☒ ☐ ☐
(e) Shaving implements.
☒ ☐ ☐
Personal care items shall be issued within the first 12
hours of housing assignment. Incarcerated persons shall
not be required to share any personal care items listed in ☒ ☐ ☐
items “a” through “d.”
Incarcerated people will not share disposable razors. BSCC staff observed barisal solution at each
Double edged safety razors, electric razors, and other hair care station inside of the housing areas.
shaving instruments capable of breaking the skin, when
shared among incarcerated people, must be disinfected
between individual uses by the method prescribed by the ☒ ☐ ☐
State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology in Sections
979 and 980, Division 9, Title 16, California Code of
Regulations.
1266 SHOWERING 601.5.2 Showering and Personal Hygiene
At a minimum shall be afforded the
There shall be written policies and procedures opportunity to shower at least every other day
developed by the facility administrator for and shave daily
☒ ☐ ☐
showering/bathing. Incarcerated persons shall be
permitted to shower/bathe upon assignment to a housing
unit and at least every other day or more often if possible.
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Absent exigent circumstances, no person shall be During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
prohibited from showering at least every other day staff interviewed incarcerated people about
following assignment to a housing unit. If showering is showering opportunities and all stated that
prohibited, it must be approved by the facility manager or ☒ ☐ ☐ they are able to shower at least every other
designee, and the reason(s) for prohibition shall be day, but, in actuality, they shower daily.
documented.
1267 HAIR CARE SERVICES 608.3.1 Hair Care Services
Inmates shall generally be permitted to
(a) Hair care services shall be available. ☒ ☐ ☐ receive hair care services once per month
after being in custody for at least 30 days.
(b) Except those who may not shave for reasons of 608.4 Shaving
identification in court, incarcerated people shall be Inmates may shave daily.
allowed to shave daily and receive hair care services at
least once a month. The facility administrator may ☒ ☐ ☐
suspend this requirement in relation to people who are
considered to be a danger to themselves or others.
(c) Equipment shall be disinfected, after each use, by a Grooming equipment will be disinfected
method approved by the State Board of Barbering and before and after each use by the methods
Cosmetology to meet the requirements of Title 16, approved by the State Board of Barbering and
☒ ☐ ☐
Division 9, Sections 979 and 980, California Code of Cosmetology to meet the requirements of (16
Regulations. CCR 979; 16 CCR 980; 15 CCR 1267(c)).
1270 STANDARD BEDDING AND LINEN ISSUE 807.3.1 Bedding Issue
Upon entering a living area of the Monterey
The standard issue of clean suitable bedding and linens, County Sheriff's Office jail, every inmate who
for each incarcerated person entering a living area who is expected to remain overnight shall be
is expected to remain overnight, shall include, but not be issued bedding and linens.
limited to:
(a) one serviceable mattress which meets the
requirements of Section 1272 of these regulations;
☒ ☐ ☐
(b) one mattress cover or one sheet;
☒ ☐ ☐
(c) one towel; and,
☒ ☐ ☐
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(d) one blanket or more depending up on climatic
conditions.
☒ ☐ ☐
Policy and procedure shall require that items (a), (b), and
(d) above be provided prior to the first night in the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐
Two blankets or sleep bag may be issued in place of one One mattress cover and one sheet are issued.
mattress cover or one sheet at the request of the
☐ ☐ ☒
incarcerated person.
1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND 800 Sanitation Inspections
MAINTENANCE The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
established a plan to promote and comply with
The facility administrator shall develop written policies the environmental safety and sanitation
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable requirements established by applicable laws,
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the ☒ ☐ ☐ ordinances, and regulations.
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule This policy establishes a plan of
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and housekeeping tasks and inspections required
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe
which may be found. conditions or work practices in this facility.
Medical care housing as described in Title 24, Part 2, Medical care housing is cleaned and sanitized
Section 1231.2.14, shall be cleaned and sanitized daily and between use.
according to policies and procedures established by the ☒ ☐ ☐
health authority.
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Are minors held in this facility? Minors are not held in this facility.
If yes, the following sections, including those
☐ ☒ ☐
summarized in Title 15, Article 8, apply (Minors in Jails).
Note: Reference PC § 207.1(b), 207.6, 707.1.
42 USC 5633 SECTION 223(a)(12) SEPARATION
Juveniles are not confined or detained in any facility in
☐ ☐ ☒
which they have contact with adult prisoners.
Note: Reference WIC § 208.
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.
The above restrictions do not apply to minors who are
participating in supervised program activities pursuant
to Section 208 (c) of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
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.
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(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.
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.
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(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;
☐ ☐ ☒
(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.
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(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:3280
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
6/94: ☐ 2/99: 2001: 2005: ☐ 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply): 2013: 2017: ☒ 2019: 1991: ☒ 1980: ☒
☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 19, 2023
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
1231.2.1 RECEPTION AND BOOKING BSCC staff observed the weapons locker that
contains emergency equipment and munitions
Facilities where booking and housing occur shall have to be located adjacent to booking.
☒
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 were observed by BSCC
if intoxicated, inmates who may pose a danger to ☒ staff during the onsite physical plant
☐ ☐
themselves or others are held. inspection.
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 11 Holding Cells
ROOM 4 Observation Cells
Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
☒
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐ ☐ physical plant inspection.
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 Each cell contains bench seating.
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain
☒
as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
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6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff; Audio monitoring system was tested by BSCC
☒
and ☐ ☐ staff and was found to be operable.
7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the These cells are not used for a period of time
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if ☐ ☒ exceeding 12 hours and do not contain bunks.
☐
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.3 TEMPORARY STAGING CELL OR Temporary holding cells were observed by
ROOM BSCC staff during the onsite physical plant
inspection.
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 Each cell contains bench seating
☒
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. Audio monitoring system was tested by BSCC
☒
☐ ☐ staff and was found to be operable.
1231.2.4 SOBERING CELL Two Sobering / Observation Cells
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; Audio monitoring system was tested by BSCC
☒
☐ ☐ staff and was found to be operable.
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 Safety Cells
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; ☒ Padding is in the process of repair.
☐ ☐
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Blocks V & X have a shared exercise space.
than 600 square feet (55.7 m2). The design shall Blocks Y & Z have a shared exercise space.
☒
facilitate security and supervision appropriate to the ☐ ☐
level of custody.
Type IV facilities shall have an outdoor recreation area
☒
or access to community recreation facilities. ☐ ☐
1231.2.11 CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM/ All housing located in the “Block Area” have
MULTIPURPOSE SPACE dedicated programming 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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 This is a secured area outside of inmate
housing.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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 Dining occurs within each housing area.
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 In person visitation with glass barrier is
accessible in each housing area. In person
☒
Space shall be provided in all Types I, II, III and IV ☐ ☐ visitation is augmented with onsite and remote
facilities for in-person visiting. video visitation.
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1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE BSCC staff observed the weapons locker that
contains emergency equipment and munitions
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of safety to be located adjacent to booking.
☒
equipment such as fire extinguishers, self-contained ☐ ☐
breathing apparatus, wire and barcutters, emergency
lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Audio monitoring systems throughout the jail
facility were tested by BSCC staff and were
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and found to be operable.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Generator
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 4 confidential interview rooms were observed
by BSCC staff during the onsite physical plant
There must be a minimum of one suitably furnished inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
In sobering cells, the floor and partition shall be ☐ ☐
padded.
In safety cells, padding must cover the entire floor, Safety cell padding is currently being repaired.
doors, and walls and everything on them to a clear ☒
☐ ☐
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 Safety cell padding is currently being repaired.
☒
tearing or ripping. ☐ ☐
1231.3.9 MIRRORS Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the onsite
physical plant inspection.
☒
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: 3280
FACILITY: Monterey County Jail TYPE: II RC: 1199
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Booking
1 Holding 1991 1 (15) (15) 18.3 X 8.5 X 9.0 1 1 1
Note: 27’ bench
2 Holding 1991 1 (14) (14) 16.7 X 8.4 X 9.0 1 1 1
Note: 23’ bench; less 8 sq. ft.
3 Holding 1991 1 (15) (15) 8.3 X 19.7 X 9.0 1 1 1
Note: 28’ bench; less 15 sq. ft.
4 Holding 1991 1 (12) (12) 15.2 X 8.3 X 9.0 1 1 1
Note: 22’ bench; less 7.5 sq. ft.
5 & 6 Holding 1991 2 (4) (8) 6.6 X 8.1 X 9.0 1 1 1
7 & 8 Holding 1991 2 (4) (8) 6.6 X 8.1 X 9.0 1 1 1
9 Holding 1991 1 (4) (4) 6.6 X 8.1 X 9.0 1 1 1
10 Holding 1991 1 (4) (4) 6.6 X 8.1 X 9.0 1 1 1
Note: 6’ bench
11 Holding 1991 1 (4) (4) 6.4 X 8.0 X 9.0 1 1 1
Note: 6’ bench
1, 2, 3, 4 Safety 1991 4 (1) (4) 5.9 X 7.8 X 8.9 1
Detox 1 Detox 1991 1 (8) (8) 21.3 X 7.9 X 9.0 1 1 1
Detox 2 Detox 1991 1 (8) (8) 21.3 X 7.9 X 9.0 1 1 1
ISO Unit Single 1991 6 1 1 6 See Note 1 1 1 1
Note: Irregular shape; dayroom rated for 7; 78 sq. ft. each; shower in dayroom.
ISO Unit Safety 1991 1 (1) (1) 9.4 X 5.7 X 8.9 1
Court Holding Cells
1 & 2 Holding 1980 2 (3) (6)+ 6.0 X 9.0 X 8.0 1 1 1
Note: 5’ 6” bench in each; capacity limited by bench space.
3 Holding 1980 1 (9) (9)+ 8.0 X 14.0 X 8.0 1 1 1
Note: 14’ bench; capacity limited by bench space.
4 Holding 1980 1 (16) (16)+ 13.0 X 15.0 X 8.0 1 1 1
Note: 34’ 6” bench; maximum capacity based on one toilet.
Housing – Minimum space is not being met in housing areas A through J. Cells 103, 106, 107, 110, 203, 206, 207, and 210
in units D, G, H, I, and J are doubled. One shower is available in the dayroom of each single-cell module.
Pod A Single 1976 15 1 1 15 See Above Note 1 1 1
Pod B Single 1976 15 1 1 15 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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Pod C Single 1976 15 1+ 1+ 19 1 1 1
Pod D Single 1976 15 1 1 15 1 1 1
Note: Eight cells double-bunked; a total of 23 beds in this housing unit. In August 2008, four bunks were added to cells in
Pod C.
Pod E Dorm 1976 1 34 30 30 4 4 2
Pod F Dorm 1976 1 42 30 30 4 4 2
Pod G Single 1976 15 1 1 15 1 1 1
Note: Eight cells double-bunked; a total of 23 beds in this housing unit.
Pod H Single 1976 15 1 1 15 1 1 1
Note: Eight cells double-bunked; a total of 23 beds in this housing unit
Pod I Single 1976 15 1 1 15 1 1 1
Note: Eight cells double-bunked; a total of 23 beds in this housing unit
Pod J Single 1976 15 1 1 15 1 1 1
Note: Eight cells double-bunked; a total of 23 beds in this housing unit
Pod K Dorm 1980 4 30 16 64 2 2 2 1
Rotunda Dorm 1980 5 4 5 1 6
5/28/20 Note: Pod K is planned to decommission its housing and will be repurposed in late 2020.
Housing
Block K Double 2017 36 2 2 72 1 1 1
Block L Double 2017 36 2 2 72 1 1 1
Block M Double 2017 36 2 2 72 1 1 1
Block N Double 2017 36 2 2 72 1 1 1
5/28/20 Note: Blocks K-N were completed in May of 2020 and are AB900p2 funded. Showers are located in the day space.
A & B Dorm 1991 2 60 120 120 6 6 1 3
C Dorm 1991 1 60 60 60 6 6 1 3
D Dorm 1991 1 60 60 60 6 6 1 3
Note: 1) During the 18-20 Inspection, Dorms A, B, C &D were remeasured and contain the necessary sq footage and
fixtures to accommodate up to 60 inmates in each dorm. This gives the facility a net gain of 48 beds to their rated capacity.
E Dorm 1994 1 36 24 24 3 3 2
Note: Irregular shape.
Housing
Pod Q Dorm 1980 1 29 15 15 3 3 2
Note: Inmate Workers; 1,239 square feet.
Pod R Single 1976 15 1+ 1+ 19 1 1 1
Pod S Single 1976 15 1+ 1+ 19 1 1 1
Note: Minimum space exceeded in modules R and S. One shower available in dayrooms of R and S. During the 2006-2008
inspection cycle, four bunks were added to cells in pods R and S. Each of those cells provide at least 70 square feet.
Pod T Dorm 1980 1 48 24 24 4 4 2 2
Note: 1,390 square feet
Pod U Dorm 1980 1 48 24 24 4 4 2 2
Housing
Block V Double 2017 32 2 2 72 1 1 1
5/28/20 Note: Blocks K-N were completed in May of 2020 and are AB900p2 funded. Showers are located in the day space.
W117 Soberin 1976 1 (3) (3) 78.8 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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g
W121-123 Single 1976 2 1 1 2 78.8 1 1 1
W-118- Single 1976 2 1 1 2 69.0 1 1 1
120
W114 Safety 1976 1 1 (1) (1) 78.8
Housing
Block X Double 2017 32 2 2 72 1 1 1
Block Y Double 2017 32 2 2 72 1 1 1
Block Z Double 2017 32 2 2 72 1 1 1
5/28/20 Note: Blocks X-Z were completed in May 2020 and are AB900p2 funded. Showers are located in the day space.
Infirmary
Infirmary Single 1991 4 1 (1) (4) Approx. 117 sq ft 1 1 1
ea
Medical
Note: Infirmary beds added 2014-2016.
*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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COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3286
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Salinas Court Holding FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Captain Joe Moses and Sergeants DeFranco and Olivo Guerrero
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: 7/20/2023
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING All deputies, full- or part-time, shall
successfully complete Core training.
At a minimum, all supervisors of, and personnel who Individuals assigned to work in the facility
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or prior to completing the required training may
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of do so only when under the direct supervision
specialized corrections training. Such training shall of a fully trained deputy.
include, but not be limited to: All deputies assigned to court holding have
(a) applicable minimum jail standards; completed Jail Operations and the CORE
(b) jail operations liability; Academy and are fully trained. In practice, the
(c) separation of incarcerated persons; agency does not utilize accompanied
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐ untrained staff.
safety; and,
(e) suicide prevention;
(f) de-escalation;
(g) juvenile procedures;
(h) racial bias; and,
(i) mental illness.
Note: Each agency shall determine if additional training
is needed based upon, but not limited to, the complexity
of the facility, the number of people incarcerated, the
employees' level of experience and training, and other
relevant factors
Such training shall be completed as soon as practical, but Verified that all court holding deputies have
in any event not more than six months after the date of completed the Corrections Basic Academy
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Supplemental Core Course.
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be Verified that eight hours of corrections-
completed every two years. Successful completion of the specific training is occurring each year. The
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional agency maintains all training records.
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher.
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.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Compliance with this section is predicated on
the ability of staff to complete and document
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in at least hourly safety checks in addition to
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation completing all operational duties including but
and operation of the programs and activities required by not limited to the requirements listed in Title
these regulations. 15 Minimum Standards for Local Jails.
In most cases, incarcerated people are
transported to CH and are immediately
☒ ☐ ☐ returned once they have completed their court
appearance. The exception to this practice is
for arraignment court where more than one
inmate may be held and transported at a time.
A sampling of 20 safety check logs was
reviewed by BSCC staff and all safety checks
were found to be completed and documented
as required by policy.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at The sampling of shift rosters reviewed were
least one employee on duty at all times in a local randomly selected from varying days and
detention facility or in the building which houses a local times from a 24-month period.
detention facility who shall be immediately available and
☒ ☐ ☐
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an
During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
emergency.
staff were able to observe staffing, on duty,
that included those able to respond in the
event of an emergency.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which Deputies assigned to court holding are
would conflict with the supervision and care of assigned based on area of responsibility.
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency. Deputies that are specifically assigned to
☒ ☐ ☐
supervise inmates in holding are fixed post
and do not leave the area when inmates are
present.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there A sampling of shift rosters from each court
shall be at least one female employee who shall be holding facility was reviewed and reflected
immediately available and accessible to such females. that there are female deputies assigned to
☒ ☐ ☐
court holding daily. During the onsite physical
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
plant inspection, BSCC staff observed that
female staff were assigned and on duty.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of The agency Organizational Chart and Staffing
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator Plan was reviewed by BSCC staff.
shall prepare and retain a staffing plan indicating the
personnel assigned in the facility and their duties. Such a
☒ ☐ ☐
staffing plan shall be reviewed by the Board staff at the
time of their biennial inspection. The results of such a
review and recommendations shall be reported to the
local jurisdiction having fiscal responsibility for the facility.
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1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
1124 Guardian RFID System
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
include, but are not limited to, the following:
A sampling of twelve eight-hour periods of
health and welfare checks were reviewed and
☒ ☐ ☐
reflected that all safety checks are conducted
and documented within the timeframes
prescribed by policy and this regulation.
BSCC staff reviewed active logs on the date
of the physical plant inspection and observed
all active logs to be complete and safety
checks were completed within the required
timeframes.
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being Documentation, recorded direct visual
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly observation, and safety checks were
through direct visual observation of all people held and reviewed and reflected that these safety
housed in the facility. checks were completed and documented
properly.
☒ ☐ ☐
During the onsite physical plant inspection,
BSCC staff were able to verify through visual
observation that safety checks are conducted
timely and persons in each area are checked
for their wellbeing.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety There are no sobering cells, safety cells, or
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as restraint devices, other than mechanical
☐ ☐ ☒
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 restraints used in this facility.
of these regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
1124 Guardian RFID System
☒ ☐ ☐
include:
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety Verified by BSCC staff through review of
check occurred; ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation and visual observation on the
date of the physical plant inspection.
(2) the location where each individual safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are Supervisors inspect each log for
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or completeness every two hours.
facility manager, including methods of mitigating patterns ☒ ☐ ☐
of inconsistent documentation, or untimely completion of,
safety checks.
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1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF All personnel assigned to court holding are
trained in Fire and Life Safety.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at
☒ ☐ ☐
least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training standards established by the Board for general
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL2 314.8.2 Policy Review
All agency policies are reviewed at a
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a minimum of annually. The last formal review
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The was completed in June of 2023.
policy and procedures manual shall address all The agency is completing the process of
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be reviewing, updating, and migrating the
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐ Custody Operations Manual to an electronic
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all agency policy. (Lexipol)
employees.
Notes: The policies and procedures required in
subsections (a)(6) and (a)(7) may be placed in a separate
manual to ensure confidentiality. Subsection (d) does not
apply and has been deleted.
(a) The manual shall provide for, but not be limited to, the The agency policies included the agency
following: organization chart listing positions by division
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of rank and assignment.
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility 1115.03 Inspections and Operational
administrator/manager. Reviews
The Facility Captain shall review and evaluate
☒ ☐ ☐ internal and external security measures of the
Jail on an annual basis. The Captain shall
prepare a written report of findings and
recommendations for the Chief of Corrections
Operations review.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state 300.3 Use of Force
and federal legal requirements and includes
300.3.4 Restriction on the Use of Carotid
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
Control Hold
holds.
Pursuant to California Government Code
Section 7286.5: “A law enforcement agency,
☒ ☐ ☐
including the Monterey County Office of the
Sheriff, shall not authorize the use of a carotid
restraint or choke hold by any peace officer
employed by that agency”. Based on this, the
Monterey County Sheriff's Office does not
authorize the use of the carotid restraint.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including 1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in Equipment
Penal Code Section 3407. ☒ ☐ ☐ Pregnant females temporarily taken to the
hospital outside the Jail for the purposes of
childbirth shall be transported in the least
restrictive way possible.
2 Procedures related to security and emergency response may be in a separate manual to ensure confidentiality by limiting general access.
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(6) Security and control including physical counts and 1124.00 Guardian RFID System
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons, All those present within a housing unit shall be
contraband control, and key control. accounted for by physical head count.
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: 905.11 Assigned Administrator
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by
1059.4 Administration Division
section 1032 of these regulations;
Commander responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Administration
☒ ☐ ☐ Division Commander include, but are not
limited to:
(f) Fire Prevention Plan (8 CCR § 3221)
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
suppression pre-plan as required by 15 CCR
1032 (developed and maintained by OES)
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
hostages; (e) Escape
(C) mass arrests; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
(p) Management of mass arrests
(D) natural disasters; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
Office of Emergency Services
Chapter 4 Emergency Planning
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
and, Emergency equipment inspection
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
☒ ☐ ☐ 308 Chemical Agents
security devices.
507 Management of Weapons and Control
Devices
(8) Suicide Prevention. 905.12 Training
☒ ☐ ☐
(e) Suicide prevention
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse Prison Rape Elimination
and sexual harassment.
904.2 POLICY
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
zero tolerance toward all forms of sexual
abuse and sexual harassment (28 CFR
☒ ☐ ☐
115.111).
The Department will not tolerate retaliation
against any person who reports sexual abuse
or sexual harassment or who cooperates with
a sexual abuse or sexual harassment
investigation.
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(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and Prison Rape Elimination
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after
904.1 Purpose and Scope
reporting any abuse.
This policy provides guidance for complying
with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003
(PREA) and the implementing regulation that
☒ ☐ ☐
establishes standards (PREA Rule) to
prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse,
harassment, and retaliation against detainees
or prisoners in the Monterey County Sheriff's
Office Temporary Holding Facilities (28 CFR
115.111).
(12) Release policy, including release planning for This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, Prison Rape Elimination
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be
904.2 POLICY
limited to, the following:
Sexual abuse, harassment, or retaliation can
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
be reported verbally, on an inmate request or
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐ grievance form, on the tablet, or through
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
medical staff.
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, Third-party reporting can be accomplished
family, community members, and other interested verbally, by written communication to the
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ agency, by way of a Citizen’s Complaint,
harassment. The method for reporting shall be online reporting, internal grievance, or by
publicly posted at the facility. utilizing an internal Request Form.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM 905.12 Training
Department members should be trained and
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
familiar with this policy and any supplemental
prevention program developed by the facility
procedures.
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide prevention
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
All personnel shall complete eight hours of
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
refresher training once every year (15 CCR
present a suicide risk.
1024).
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
personnel. In-Service Training – All Deputies, Sergeants,
Commanders, and Captain assigned to the
☒ ☐ ☐ Corrections Operations Bureau shall attend
24 hours of STC-certified training annually.
Annual in-service training includes Suicide
Prevention.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
intake and prior to housing assignment.
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(c) Suicide prevention screening during special 1110 Classification
situations, including placement in restrictive housing, Classification staff works directly with the
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in mental health provider when a determination
classification. is made to place an incarcerated person into
special or separated housing.
☒ ☐ ☐
If a mental health intervention is required for
a person in court holding, the person is
immediately transported to the jail or to the
hospital.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among Medical and mental health personnel are
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff, stationed inside of the jail 24 hours per day
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide and maintain communication with security
risk. staff to include transportation.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide 1110 Classification
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive Classification staff works in collaboration with
environment should be considered. the mental health provider in making housing
☒ ☐ ☐ decisions for those that are exhibiting any
medical or mental health issues.
In practice, this occurs at the jail.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1110 Classification
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts. M-19 (Attempted Suicide) Report.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and 515.5 In Custody Death Review
attempted suicides as defined by the facility Serious injury or deaths are reviewed by the
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐ health provider in conjunction with sheriff’s
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the office personnel.
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐ Follow-up care is provided by the health care
provider and or discharge planning personnel.
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return 714 Special Needs Treatment Plan
from court as determined by the mental health director. The mental health provider screens those
☒ ☐ ☐
returning from court with a sentence or a case
of high notoriety.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING 905.11 Assigned Administrator
1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
and Preplanning
administrator shall consult with the local fire department
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire ☒ ☐ ☐
suppression pre-plan.
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
The Annual Fire Suppression Plan is
which shall include, but not be limited to:
developed in collaboration with the Monterey
County Fire Department and the Office of
Emergency Services.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local Please see above.
fire department to be included as part of the policy and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of
Regulations Section 1029);
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(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff BSCC staff verified that monthly fire
basis with two year retention of the inspection record; ☒ ☐ ☐ prevention inspections were completed,
documented, and maintained as required.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and June 19, 2023
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years;
(d) an evacuation plan; and, 1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
and Preplanning
☒ ☐ ☐ In the event of a jail evacuation, the agency
would follow their Emergency Evacuation
Plan that was developed in collaboration with
the local fire and OES representative.
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Please see above.
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS 344.1.1 Report Preparation
Employees should ensure that reports are
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies sufficiently detailed for their purpose and free
and procedures for the maintenance of written records from errors prior to submission. It is the
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical responsibility of the assigned employee to
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee complete and submit all reports taken during
☒ ☐ ☐
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other the shift before going off-duty unless
person. permission to hold the report has been
approved by a supervisor.
In practice, any documented report generated
in court holding is handled as a crime report.
Such records shall include the names of the persons
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY 358 Major Incident Notification
360 Death Investigation
(a) Death in Custody Reviews for Adults and Minors.
310.11 Reporting in-custody death
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health
1117.19 Investigation of Jail Related Death
administrator, shall develop written policy and
Policy states that this will occur no later than
procedures to ensure that there is an initial review of
☒ ☐ ☐ 72 hours post incident.
every in-custody death within 30 days. The review team
There will be a review of all in-custody deaths
at a minimum shall include the facility administrator or
by a committee established by the Chief.
designee, the health administrator, the responsible
physician and other health care and supervision staff who
In practice, minors are never detained in court
are relevant to the incident.
holding. Minors are transported and are
supervised by probation staff.
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the Policy states that this will occur no later than
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to 72 hours post incident.
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
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(b) Death of a Minor Minors are not held in court holding. Minors
In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a jail, are transported and supervised by probation
lockup, or court holding facility: staff.
(1) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the
☒ ☐ ☐
Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney
General under Government Code Section 12525. A
copy of the report shall be submitted within 10
calendar days after the death.
(2) Upon receipt of a report of death of a minor from Policy states that this will occur no later than
the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar 72 hours post incident.
days inspect and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court
holding facility pursuant to the provisions of this
subchapter. Any inquiry made by the Board shall be
limited to the standards and requirements set forth in
these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN 1110.00 Classification
Classification occurs at the jail.
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
establish and implement a written plan designed to
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
at the facility. The plan shall include receiving and ☒ ☐ ☐
transmitting of information regarding incarcerated
persons who represent unusual risk or hazard while
confined at the facility, and the separation of such
persons to the extent possible within the limits of the court
holding facility.
(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, If a person expresses concern for their safety
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis while in court holding, they would be
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety temporarily placed into a separate holding cell
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐ until classification staff have reviewed their
would present management or security problems. A classification status and special needs.
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 1114.01 Medical Services
Management of Communicable Diseases
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the in a Custody Setting
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
procedures specifying those symptoms that require person held in court holding exhibit signs or
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a symptoms of communicable disease, they are
medical evaluation is completed returned to the jail for further evaluation.
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be This occurs at the jail.
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
as tuberculosis or has observable symptoms of
☒ ☐ ☐
tuberculosis or any other communicable diseases, or
other special medical problem identified by the health
authority. The response shall be noted on the medical
screening from.
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1052 BEHAVIORAL CRISIS IDENTIFICATION 1104.02 Receiving Deputy
Responsibilities at Intake
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
711.3.1 Medical Screening Inquiry
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
712 Mental Health Services
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
Receiving Deputies shall notify Medical Staff
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
☒ ☐ ☐ of inmates in custody with serious charges
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
and/or traumatic circumstances that may
require mental health services.
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
person held in court holding exhibit signs or
symptoms of a behavioral crisis, they are
returned to the jail for further evaluation.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not Medical and mental health staff are available
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be at the jail 24 hours per day.
considered in behavioral crisis for the purpose of this ☒ ☐ ☐
section if they appear to be a danger to themselves or
others or appear gravely disabled.
An evaluation from medical or mental health staff shall be Please see above.
secured within 24 hours of identification or at the next ☒ ☐ ☐
daily sick call, whichever is earliest.
Separation may be used if necessary, to protect the If temporary separation is required at court
safety of the person in crisis or others. ☒ ☐ ☐ holding, a single cell would be used pending
transport.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION 505 Special Management Inmates
1110.09 Administrative Separation
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency’s practices support the use of
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
least restrictive housing options.
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Single holding cells are used for separation in
court holding.
Policies and procedures must include: On the day of the physical plant inspection,
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate BSCC staff observed all single cells to be
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of designed, furnished, and equipped with alike
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of furnishings and fixtures.
☒ ☐ ☐
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 1114.01 Medical Services
712.4 Basic Mental Health Services
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐ person held in court holding exhibit signs or
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
symptoms of a developmental disability, they
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
are returned to the jail for further evaluation.
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the The San Andreas Regional Center would be
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or used if the person could not be safely
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐ transported and treated at the jail.
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
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1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop and implement Restraint devices other than mechanical
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint restraints are never used in court holding.
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
from being ambulatory. The provisions of this section do
not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, or other
restraint devices when used to restrain incarcerated
people for security reasons. The facility manager may
delegate authority to place an incarcerated person in
restraints to responsible health care staff.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) acceptable restraint devices;
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; ☐ ☐ ☒
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, ☐ ☐ ☒
(5) exercising of extremities. ☐ ☐ ☒
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒
results in the destruction of property or reveal an
intent to cause physical harm to self or others.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in
restraints only with the approval of the facility
manager, the facility watch commander, or ☐ ☐ ☒
responsible health care staff; continued retention
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour.
(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
☐ ☐ ☒
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within
☐ ☐ ☒
four hours of placement.
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(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
that the restraints are properly employed, and to
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated
person. Such observation shall be documented. ☐ ☐ ☒
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area
which makes provisions to protect the person from
abuse.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in consultation
with responsible health care staff determines that an
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
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the
placement in restraints shall be documented and
shall be video recorded unless exigent
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The
☐ ☐ ☒
documentation shall include: the reason for
placement; person authorizing placement; names of
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained;
and the duration of placement.
1058.5 RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT PERSONS 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Restraints other than mechanical restraints
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant ☐ ☐ ☒ are never used in court holding.
people. There were no pregnant females held in court
In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the policy holding on the day of the physical plant
shall include reference to the following: inspection.
Staff advise that pregnant females are always
handcuffed in front and leg irons are not used.
(1) An incarcerated person 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) An incarcerated pregnant person 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 incarcerated person, the
staff, or the public.
(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional
who is currently responsible for the medical care of
an incarcerated pregnant person during a medical
☐ ☐ ☒
emergency, labor, delivery, or recovery after delivery
or termination of the pregnancy determines that the
removal of restraints is medically necessary.
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(4) Upon confirmation of an incarcerated person’s
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☐ ☐ ☒
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL There are two confidential interview rooms
located adjacent to the holding cell area.
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures to ensure incarcerated persons have
access to the court and to legal counsel.
Such access shall consist of:
(b) confidential consultation with attorneys. ☒ ☐ ☐
1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND 800 Sanitation Inspections
MAINTENANCE The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
established a plan to promote and comply
The facility administrator shall develop written policies with the environmental safety and sanitation
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable requirements established by applicable laws,
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the ordinances, and regulations.
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy establishes a plan of
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and housekeeping tasks and inspections required
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe
which may be found. conditions or work practices in this facility.
In practice, all the court holding cells are
cleaned and sanitized each day, prior to use.
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Are minors held in this facility? Minors are not held in court holding. Should
a minor be required for a court appearance,
If yes, the following sections, including those summarized ☐ ☒ ☐ they are transported, moved within the court
in Title 15, Article 10, apply (Minors in Court Holding building, and supervised by probation staff.
Facilities).
1047 SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF A MINOR Minors are not held in this facility.
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.
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 shall not be restrained by the use of leg ☐ ☐ ☒
irons, waist chains, or handcuffs behind the body.
(2) A pregnant minor in labor, during delivery, or in
recovery after delivery, 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 determines that
the removal of restraints is medically necessary.
(4) Upon confirmation of a minor's pregnancy, she
shall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the held or moved through the court holding
☐ ☐ ☒
following: area of this facility.
(a) Separation of minors from adults in accordance with
Section 208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
(b) Separation of minors in accordance with an Individual holding cells are not used for
established classification plan. ☐ ☐ ☒ holding minors. Minors are transported to
and from court by probation staff.
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(c) Secure non-public access, movement within and
egress. If the same entrance/exit is used by both minors
☐ ☐ ☒
and adults, movements shall be scheduled in such a
manner that there is no opportunity for contact.
An existing court holding facility built in accordance with
construction standards at the time of construction shall
be considered as being in compliance with this article
unless the condition of the structure is determined by the
appropriate authority to be dangerous to life, health, or ☐ ☐ ☒
welfare of minors. Upon notification of noncompliance
with this section, the facility administrator shall develop
and submit a plan for corrective action to the Board within
90 days.
1162 SUPERVISION OF MINORS Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in held or moved through the court holding
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all area of this facility.
☐ ☐ ☒
minors at least twice every 30 minutes, and to ensure the
implementation and operation of the activities required by
these regulations. There shall be a written plan that
includes the documentation and review of safety checks.
1163 CLASSIFICATION Classification does not apply.
The administrator of a court holding facility shall establish
and implement a written plan designed to provide for the
safety of staff and minors held at the facility. The plan
shall include receiving and transmitting of information
☐ ☐ ☒
regarding minors who represent 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 court holding facility, and for the separation of minors
from any adults confined there as required by Section
208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
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Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act
Compliance Monitoring Inspection / Verification Report
Inspection Date: July 20, 2023 County: Monterey
Agency Name: Monterey County Salinas Court Holding BSCC #: 3286
Facility Name: Salinas Court Holding MID #: 1212
Address: 240 Church Street City: Salinas Zip: 93901
Facility Phone: 831 775-5400 Facility Fax:
Facility Contact: Sergeant DeFranco Title: Sergeant Email:
Agency Head: Captain Joe Moses Title: Captain Email:
BSCC Type: TH THJ TI TIJ X CH CHJ
Type of Secure Detention (for juveniles): X None Cell Locked Room Cuffing Fixture Other
Location for Secure Detention (for juveniles): Juveniles are not held in this facility.
Policy and Procedure: X Meets requirements of the JJDPA X Available onsite
Inspection/Verification Comments
Core Requirements Unreported Violations
Code Section/Description Year J F M A M J J A S O N D
34 USC § 11133(a)(11)
2022
Deinstitutionalization of Status Offenders
Status offenders, non-offenders, alien and civil-type
2023
minors are not to be held in secure detention.
34 USC § 11133(a)(12) Separation 2022
Minors may not be confined or detained in any facility in
which they have contact with adult prisoners. 2023
34 USC § 11133(a)(13) Jail Removal
2022
(6-hour hold exception)
Minors are securely detained for a period not to exceed
2023
six hours.
Explanation for Violations Not Reported to BSCC
Corrective Action Plan (Indicate if none needed)
Follow Up Information
Field Representative Name and Number Phone: Corrective Action Due:
Kimberly Moule 916-956-6374 N/A
For more information on Youth in Adult Detention Facilities visit The Board of State and Community Corrections website at
http://www.bscc.ca.gov/s_fsoservices/
(Revised 10.2022)
ADULT COURT AND TEMPORARY HOLDING 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: 3286
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Salinas Court Holding Facility FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: 2/99: ☒ 2001: 2005: 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
The design of court holding and temporary holding facilities shall include the following required spaces from Sections 1231.2.2,
1231.2.19, 1231.2.20, 1231.2.21, 1231.2.22, 1231.2.24 and 1231.2.26.
1231.2.2 TEMPORARY HOLDING CELL OR This facility contains 7 holding cells and no
ROOM staging cells. These cells do not contain bunks
as inmates are not held for more than 12
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐ hours.
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 ☐ ☐
7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if ☒
☐ ☐
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE Safety equipment is stored in a secured
armory.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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
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A mop sink shall also be available within the security Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
area of the facility. In court holding, temporary holding, plant inspection.
☒
Types I, III and IV facilities, the closet need not be in ☐ ☐
the security area.
1231.2.21 STORAGE ROOMS Inmate clothing and personal items are stored
at the jail.
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 The audio monitoring system was tested by
BSCC staff during the physical plant
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and inspection. All cells contain an operable audio
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound- monitoring system.
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.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Generator 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.
1231.2.26 ATTORNEY INTERVIEW SPACE BSCC staff observed 2 attorney interview
rooms during the physical plant inspection.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells ☒
☐ ☐
toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
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.
Toilet areas shall provide modesty for inmates with staff
☒
being able to visually supervise. ☐ ☐
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells, ☒
☐ ☐
wash basins must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
Wash basins must be provided with hot and cold or
☒
tempered water. ☐ ☐
Two feet (610 mm) of wash basin trough may be
☒
substituted for each basin required. ☐ ☐
1231.3.3 DRINKING FOUNTAINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.6 LIGHTING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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.
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.
1231.3.10 SEATING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒
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 All cells contain bench seating.
☒
bench is seating for one person. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☐ ☐
security perimeter of the facility
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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: 3286
FACILITY: Monterey County Salinas Court Holding Facility TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Beds
B04 Holding 1999 1 0 (10) (10) Approx 108 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 10 inmates
B05 Holding 1999 1 0 (13) (13) Approx 132 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 13 inmates
B06 Holding 1999 1 0 (12) (12) Approx 125 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates
B07 Holding 1999 1 0 (12) (12) Approx 123 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates
B08 Holding 1999 1 0 (12) (12) Approx 121 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates
B09 Holding 1999 1 0 (12) (12) Approx 129 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates
B10 Holding 1999 1 0 (16) (16) Approx 175 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 16 inmates; this cell is handicap accessible
15′.9″ x 8′.8″ x
8 Holding 2005 1 0 (12) (12) 1 1 1
8′.2″
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates ADA Cell
B2 Holding 1999 1 0 (12) (12) Approx. 131 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates Addition to facility - added to LASE 2014-2016 Inspection Cycle
B1 Holding 1999 1 0 (10) (10) Approx. 120 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 10 inmates Addition to facility - added to LASE 2014-2016 Inspection Cycle
B3 Holding 1999 1 0 (12) (12) Approx. 120 S.F. 1 1 1
Notes: Bench space for 12 inmates; Addition to facility - added to LASE 2014-2016 Inspection Cycle
Note: The facility contains three small single inmate secure enclosures that are considered non-rated space in staging.
*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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COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3288
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Court Holding FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Captain Joe Moses and Sergeants DeFranco and Olivo Guerrero
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: 7/20/2023
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING All deputies, full- or part-time, shall
successfully complete Core training.
At a minimum, all supervisors of, and personnel who Individuals assigned to work in the facility
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or prior to completing the required training may
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of do so only when under the direct supervision
specialized corrections training. Such training shall of a fully trained deputy.
include, but not be limited to: All deputies assigned to court holding have
(a) applicable minimum jail standards; completed Jail Operations and the CORE
(b) jail operations liability; Academy and are fully trained.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐ In practice, the agency does not utilize
safety; and, accompanied untrained staff.
(e) suicide prevention;
(f) de-escalation;
(g) juvenile procedures;
(h) racial bias; and,
(i) mental illness.
Note: Each agency shall determine if additional training
is needed based upon, but not limited to, the complexity
of the facility, the number of people incarcerated, the
employees' level of experience and training, and other
relevant factors
Such training shall be completed as soon as practical, but Verified that all court holding deputies have
in any event not more than six months after the date of completed the Corrections Basic Academy
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Supplemental Core Course.
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be Verified that eight hours of corrections-
completed every two years. Successful completion of the specific training is occurring each year. The
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional agency maintains all training records.
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher.
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.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Compliance with this section is predicated on
the ability of staff to complete and document
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in at least hourly safety checks in addition to
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation completing all operational duties included but
and operation of the programs and activities required by not limited to the requirements listed in Title
these regulations. 15 Minimum Standards for Local Jails.
In most cases, incarcerated people are
transported to CH and are immediately
returned once they have completed their court
☒ ☐ ☐
appearance. The exception to this practice is
for arraignment court where more than one
inmate may be held and transported at a time.
A sampling of 20 days of safety checks
(Guardian) logs were reviewed by BSCC staff
and all safety checks were found to be
completed and documented as required by
policy.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at The sampling of shift rosters reviewed were
least one employee on duty at all times in a local randomly selected from varying days and
detention facility or in the building which houses a local times from a 24-month period.
detention facility who shall be immediately available and
☒ ☐ ☐
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an
During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
emergency.
staff were able to observe staffing, on duty,
that included those able to respond in the
event of an emergency.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which Deputies assigned to court holding are
would conflict with the supervision and care of assigned based on area of responsibility.
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency. Deputies that are specifically assigned to
☒ ☐ ☐
supervise inmates in holding are fixed post
and do not leave the area when inmates are
present.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there A sampling of shift rosters was reviewed and
shall be at least one female employee who shall be reflected that there are female deputies
immediately available and accessible to such females. assigned to court holding daily. During the
☒ ☐ ☐
onsite physical plant inspection, BSCC staff
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
observed that female staff were assigned and
on duty.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of The agency Organizational Chart and Staffing
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator Plan was reviewed by BSCC staff.
shall prepare and retain a staffing plan indicating the
personnel assigned in the facility and their duties. Such a
☒ ☐ ☐
staffing plan shall be reviewed by the Board staff at the
time of their biennial inspection. The results of such a
review and recommendations shall be reported to the
local jurisdiction having fiscal responsibility for the facility.
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1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
1124 Guardian RFID System
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
include, but are not limited to, the following:
A sampling of twelve eight-hour periods of
health and welfare checks was reviewed and
reflected that all safety checks are being
☒ ☐ ☐
conducted and documented within the
timeframes prescribed by policy and this
regulation.
BSCC staff reviewed active logs on the date
of the physical plant inspection and observed
all active logs to be complete and safety
checks were completed within the required
timeframes.
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being Documentation, recorded direct visual
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly observation, and safety checks were
through direct visual observation of all people held and reviewed and reflected that these safety
housed in the facility. checks were completed and documented
properly.
☒ ☐ ☐
During the onsite physical plant inspection,
BSCC staff were able to verify through visual
observation, that safety checks are being
conducted timely and persons in each area
are checked for their wellbeing.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety There are no sobering cells, safety cells, or
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as restraint devices, other than mechanical
☐ ☐ ☒
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 restraints used in this facility.
of these regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
1124 Guardian RFID System
☒ ☐ ☐
include:
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety Verified by BSCC staff through review of
check occurred; ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation and visual observation on the
date of the physical plant inspection.
(2) the location where each individual safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
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(f) A documented process by which safety checks are Supervisors inspect each log for
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or completeness every two hours.
facility manager, including methods of mitigating patterns ☒ ☐ ☐
of inconsistent documentation, or untimely completion of,
safety checks.
1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF All personnel assigned to court holding are
trained in Fire and Life Safety.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at
☒ ☐ ☐
least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training standards established by the Board for general
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL2 314.8.2 Policy Review
All agency policies are reviewed at a
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a minimum of annually. The last formal review
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The was completed in June of 2023.
policy and procedures manual shall address all The agency is completing the process of
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be reviewing, updating, and migrating the
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐ Custody Operations Manual to an electronic
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all agency policy. (Lexipol)
employees.
Notes: The policies and procedures required in
subsections (a)(6) and (a)(7) may be placed in a separate
manual to ensure confidentiality. Subsection (d) does not
apply and has been deleted.
(a) The manual shall provide for, but not be limited to, the The agency policies included the agency
following: organization chart listing positions by division
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of rank and assignment.
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility 1115.03 Inspections and Operational
administrator/manager. Reviews
The Facility Captain shall review and evaluate
☒ ☐ ☐ internal and external security measures of the
Jail on an annual basis. The Captain shall
prepare a written report of findings and
recommendations for the Chief of Corrections
Operations review.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state 300.3 Use of Force
and federal legal requirements and includes
300.3.4 Restriction on the use of Carotid
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
Control Hold
holds.
Pursuant to California Government Code
Section 7286.5: “A law enforcement agency,
☒ ☐ ☐
including the Monterey County Office of the
Sheriff, shall not authorize the use of a carotid
restraint or choke hold by any peace officer
employed by that agency”. Based on this, the
Monterey County Sheriff's Office does not
authorize the use of the carotid restraint.
2 Procedures related to security and emergency response may be in a separate manual to ensure confidentiality by limiting general access.
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(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including 1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in Equipment
Penal Code Section 3407. ☒ ☐ ☐ Pregnant females temporarily taken to the
hospital outside the Jail for the purposes of
childbirth shall be transported in the least
restrictive way possible.
(6) Security and control including physical counts and 1124.00 Guardian RFID System
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons, All those present within a housing unit shall be
contraband control, and key control. accounted for by physical head count.
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: 905.11 Assigned Administrator
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by
1059.4 Administration Division
section 1032 of these regulations;
Commander responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Administration
☒ ☐ ☐ Division Commander include, but are not
limited to:
(f) Fire Prevention Plan (8 CCR § 3221)
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
suppression pre-plan as required by 15 CCR
1032 (developed and maintained by OES)
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
hostages; (e) Escape
(C) mass arrests; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
(p) Management of mass arrests
(D) natural disasters; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
Office of Emergency Services
Chapter 4 Emergency Planning
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
and, Emergency equipment inspection
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
☒ ☐ ☐ 308 Chemical Agents
security devices.
507 Management of Weapons and Control
Devices
(8) Suicide Prevention. 905.12 Training
☒ ☐ ☐
(e) Suicide prevention
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
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(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse Prison Rape Elimination
and sexual harassment.
904.2 POLICY
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
zero tolerance toward all forms of sexual
abuse and sexual harassment (28 CFR
☒ ☐ ☐
115.111).
The Department will not tolerate retaliation
against any person who reports sexual abuse
or sexual harassment or who cooperates with
a sexual abuse or sexual harassment
investigation.
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and Prison Rape Elimination
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after
904.1 Purpose and Scope
reporting any abuse.
This policy provides guidance for complying
with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003
(PREA) and the implementing regulation that
☒ ☐ ☐
establishes standards (PREA Rule) to
prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse,
harassment, and retaliation against detainees
or prisoners in the Monterey County Sheriff's
Office Temporary Holding Facilities (28 CFR
115.111).
(12) Release policy, including release planning for This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, Prison Rape Elimination
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be
904.2 POLICY
limited to, the following:
Sexual abuse, harassment, or retaliation can
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
be reported verbally, on an inmate request or
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐ grievance form, on the tablet, or through
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
medical staff.
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, Third-party reporting can be accomplished
family, community members, and other interested verbally, by written communication to the
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ agency, by way of a Citizen’s Complaint,
harassment. The method for reporting shall be online reporting, internal grievance, or by
publicly posted at the facility. utilizing an internal Request Form.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM 905.12 Training
Department members should be trained and
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
familiar with this policy and any supplemental
prevention program developed by the facility
procedures.
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide prevention
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
All personnel shall complete eight hours of
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
refresher training once every year (15 CCR
present a suicide risk.
1024).
The program shall include the following:
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(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
personnel. In-Service Training – All Deputies, Sergeants,
Commanders, and Captain assigned to the
☒ ☐ ☐ Corrections Operations Bureau shall attend
24 hours of STC-certified training annually.
Annual in-service training includes Suicide
Prevention.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special 1110 Classification
situations, including placement in restrictive housing, Classification staff works directly with the
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in mental health provider when a determination
classification. is made to place an incarcerated person into
special or separated housing.
☒ ☐ ☐
If a mental health intervention is required for
a person in court holding, the person is
immediately transported to the jail or to the
hospital.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among Medical and mental health personnel are
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff, stationed inside of the jail 24 hours per day
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide and maintain communication with security
risk. staff to include transportation.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide 1110 Classification
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive Classification staff works in collaboration with
environment should be considered. the mental health provider in making housing
☒ ☐ ☐ decisions for those that are exhibiting any
medical or mental health issues.
In practice, this occurs at the jail.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1110 Classification
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts. M-19 (Attempted Suicide) Report.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and 515.5 In Custody Death Review
attempted suicides as defined by the facility Serious injury or deaths are reviewed by the
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐ health provider in conjunction with sheriff’s
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the office personnel.
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐ Follow-up care is provided by the health care
provider and or discharge planning personnel.
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return 714 Special Needs Treatment Plan
from court as determined by the mental health director. The mental health provider screens those
☒ ☐ ☐
returning from court with a sentence or a case
of high notoriety.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING 905.11 Assigned Administrator
1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
and Preplanning
administrator shall consult with the local fire department
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire ☒ ☐ ☐
suppression pre-plan.
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
The Annual Fire Suppression Plan is
which shall include, but not be limited to:
developed in collaboration with the Monterey
County Fire Department and the Office of
Emergency Services.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local Please see above.
fire department to be included as part of the policy and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of
Regulations Section 1029);
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff BSCC staff verified that monthly fire
basis with two year retention of the inspection record; ☒ ☐ ☐ prevention inspections were completed,
documented, and maintained as required.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and July 14, 2023
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years;
(d) an evacuation plan; and, 1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
and Preplanning
☒ ☐ ☐ In the event of a jail evacuation, the agency
would follow their Emergency Evacuation
Plan that was developed in collaboration with
the local fire and OES representative.
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Please see above.
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS 344.1.1 Report Preparation
Employees should ensure that reports are
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies sufficiently detailed for their purpose and free
and procedures for the maintenance of written records from errors prior to submission. It is the
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical responsibility of the assigned employee to
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee complete and submit all reports taken during
☒ ☐ ☐
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other the shift before going off-duty unless
person. permission to hold the report has been
approved by a supervisor.
In practice, any documented report generated
in court holding is handled as a crime report.
Such records shall include the names of the persons
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
facility manager or designee.
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1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY 358 Major Incident Notification
360 Death Investigation
(a) Death in Custody Reviews for Adults and Minors.
310.11 Reporting in-custody death
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health
1117.19 Investigation of Jail Related Death
administrator, shall develop written policy and
Policy states that this will occur no later than
procedures to ensure that there is an initial review of
☒ ☐ ☐ 72 hours post incident.
every in-custody death within 30 days. The review team
There will be a review of all in-custody deaths
at a minimum shall include the facility administrator or
by a committee established by the Chief.
designee, the health administrator, the responsible
physician and other health care and supervision staff who
In practice, minors are never detained in court
are relevant to the incident.
holding. Minors are transported and are
supervised by probation staff.
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the Policy states that this will occur no later than
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to 72 hours post incident.
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(b) Death of a Minor Minors are not held in court holding. Minors
In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a jail, are transported and supervised by probation
lockup, or court holding facility: staff.
(1) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the
☒ ☐ ☐
Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney
General under Government Code Section 12525. A
copy of the report shall be submitted within 10
calendar days after the death.
(2) Upon receipt of a report of death of a minor from Policy states that this will occur no later than
the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar 72 hours post incident.
days inspect and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court
holding facility pursuant to the provisions of this
subchapter. Any inquiry made by the Board shall be
limited to the standards and requirements set forth in
these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN 1110.00 Classification
Classification occurs at the jail.
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
establish and implement a written plan designed to
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
at the facility. The plan shall include receiving and ☒ ☐ ☐
transmitting of information regarding incarcerated
persons who represent unusual risk or hazard while
confined at the facility, and the separation of such
persons to the extent possible within the limits of the court
holding facility.
(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, If a person expresses concern for their safety
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis while in court holding, they would be
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety temporarily placed into a separate holding cell
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐ until classification staff have reviewed their
would present management or security problems. A classification status and special needs.
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
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1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 1114.01 Medical Services
Management of Communicable Diseases
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the in a Custody Setting
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures specifying those symptoms that require person being held in court holding exhibit
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a signs or symptoms of communicable disease,
medical evaluation is completed they are returned to the jail for further
evaluation.
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be This occurs at the jail.
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
as tuberculosis or has observable symptoms of
☒ ☐ ☐
tuberculosis or any other communicable diseases, or
other special medical problem identified by the health
authority. The response shall be noted on the medical
screening from.
1052 BEHAVIORAL CRISIS IDENTIFICATION 1104.02 Receiving Deputy
Responsibilities at Intake
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
711.3.1 Medical Screening Inquiry
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
712 Mental Health Services
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
Receiving Deputies shall notify Medical Staff
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
☒ ☐ ☐ of inmates in custody with serious charges
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
and/or traumatic circumstances that may
require mental health services.
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
person being held in court holding exhibit
signs or symptoms of a behavioral crisis, they
are returned to the jail for further evaluation.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not Medical and mental health staff are available
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be at the jail 24 hours per day.
considered in behavioral crisis for the purpose of this ☒ ☐ ☐
section if they appear to be a danger to themselves or
others or appear gravely disabled.
An evaluation from medical or mental health staff shall be Please see above.
secured within 24 hours of identification or at the next ☒ ☐ ☐
daily sick call, whichever is earliest.
Separation may be used if necessary, to protect the If temporary separation is required at court
safety of the person in crisis or others. ☒ ☐ ☐ holding, a single cell would be used pending
transport.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION 505 Special Management Inmates
1110.09 Administrative Separation
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency’s practices support the use of
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
least restrictive housing options.
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Single holding cells are used for separation in
court holding.
Policies and procedures must include: On the day of the physical plant inspection,
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate BSCC staff observed all single cells to be
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of designed, furnished, and equipped with alike
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of furnishings and fixtures.
☒ ☐ ☐
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
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1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 1114.01 Medical Services
712.4 Basic Mental Health Services
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐ person being held in court holding exhibit
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
signs or symptoms of a developmental
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
disability, they are returned to the jail for
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
further evaluation.
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the The San Andreas Regional Center would be
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or used if the person could not be safely
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐ transported and treated at the jail.
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop and implement Restraint devices other than mechanical
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint restraints are never used in court holding.
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
from being ambulatory. The provisions of this section do
not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, or other
restraint devices when used to restrain incarcerated
people for security reasons. The facility manager may
delegate authority to place an incarcerated person in
restraints to responsible health care staff.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) acceptable restraint devices;
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; ☐ ☐ ☒
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, ☐ ☐ ☒
(5) exercising of extremities. ☐ ☐ ☒
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒
results in the destruction of property or reveal an
intent to cause physical harm to self or others.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in
restraints only with the approval of the facility
manager, the facility watch commander, or ☐ ☐ ☒
responsible health care staff; continued retention
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour.
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(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
☐ ☐ ☒
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within
☐ ☐ ☒
four hours of placement.
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
that the restraints are properly employed, and to
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated
person. Such observation shall be documented. ☐ ☐ ☒
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area
which makes provisions to protect the person from
abuse.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in consultation
with responsible health care staff determines that an
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
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the
placement in restraints shall be documented and
shall be video recorded unless exigent
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The
☐ ☐ ☒
documentation shall include: the reason for
placement; person authorizing placement; names of
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained;
and the duration of placement.
1058.5 RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT PERSONS 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Restraints other than mechanical restraints
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant ☐ ☐ ☒ are never used in court holding.
people. There were no pregnant females being held in
In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the policy court holding on the day of the physical plant
shall include reference to the following: inspection.
Staff advise that pregnant females are always
handcuffed in front and leg irons are not used.
(1) An incarcerated person 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) An incarcerated pregnant person 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 incarcerated person, the
staff, or the public.
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(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional
who is currently responsible for the medical care of
an incarcerated pregnant person 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 an incarcerated person’s
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☐ ☐ ☒
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL There are two confidential interview rooms
located adjacent to the holding cell area.
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures to ensure incarcerated persons have
access to the court and to legal counsel.
Such access shall consist of:
(b) confidential consultation with attorneys. ☒ ☐ ☐
1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND 800 Sanitation Inspections
MAINTENANCE The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
established a plan to promote and comply
The facility administrator shall develop written policies with the environmental safety and sanitation
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable requirements established by applicable laws,
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the ordinances, and regulations.
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy establishes a plan of
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and housekeeping tasks and inspections required
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe
which may be found. conditions or work practices in this facility.
In practice, all the court holding cells are
cleaned and sanitized each day, prior to use.
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Are minors held in this facility? Minors are not held in court holding. Should
a minor be required for a court appearance,
If yes, the following sections, including those summarized ☐ ☒ ☐ they are transported, moved within the court
in Title 15, Article 10, apply (Minors in Court Holding building, and supervised by probation staff.
Facilities).
1047 SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF A MINOR Minors are not held in this facility.
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.
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 shall not be restrained by the use of leg ☐ ☐ ☒
irons, waist chains, or handcuffs behind the body.
(2) A pregnant minor in labor, during delivery, or in
recovery after delivery, 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 determines that
the removal of restraints is medically necessary.
(4) Upon confirmation of a minor's pregnancy, she
shall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the not held or moved through the court holding
☐ ☐ ☒
following: area of this facility.
(a) Separation of minors from adults in accordance with
Section 208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
(b) Separation of minors in accordance with an Individual holding cells are not used for
established classification plan. ☐ ☐ ☒ holding minors. Minors are transported to
and from court by probation staff.
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(c) Secure non-public access, movement within and
egress. If the same entrance/exit is used by both minors
☐ ☐ ☒
and adults, movements shall be scheduled in such a
manner that there is no opportunity for contact.
An existing court holding facility built in accordance with
construction standards at the time of construction shall
be considered as being in compliance with this article
unless the condition of the structure is determined by the
appropriate authority to be dangerous to life, health, or ☐ ☐ ☒
welfare of minors. Upon notification of noncompliance
with this section, the facility administrator shall develop
and submit a plan for corrective action to the Board within
90 days.
1162 SUPERVISION OF MINORS Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in held or moved through the court holding
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all area of this facility.
☐ ☐ ☒
minors at least twice every 30 minutes, and to ensure the
implementation and operation of the activities required by
these regulations. There shall be a written plan that
includes the documentation and review of safety checks.
1163 CLASSIFICATION Classification does not apply.
The administrator of a court holding facility shall establish
and implement a written plan designed to provide for the
safety of staff and minors held at the facility. The plan
shall include receiving and transmitting of information
☐ ☐ ☒
regarding minors who represent 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 court holding facility, and for the separation of minors
from any adults confined there as required by Section
208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
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ADULT COURT AND TEMPORARY HOLDING 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: 3288
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Court Holding Facility FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: 2/99: ☐ 2001: 2005: ☒ 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
The design of court holding and temporary holding facilities shall include the following required spaces from Sections 1231.2.2,
1231.2.19, 1231.2.20, 1231.2.21, 1231.2.22, 1231.2.24 and 1231.2.26.
1231.2.2 TEMPORARY HOLDING CELL OR This facility contains 4 holding cells and no
ROOM staging cells. These cells do not contain bunks
as inmates are not held for more than 12
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐ hours.
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 ☐ ☐
7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if ☒
☐ ☐
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE Safety equipment is stored in a secured
armory.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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
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A mop sink shall also be available within the security Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
area of the facility. In court holding, temporary holding, plant inspection.
☒
Types I, III and IV facilities, the closet need not be in ☐ ☐
the security area.
1231.2.21 STORAGE ROOMS Inmate clothing and personal items are stored
at the jail.
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 The audio monitoring system was tested by
BSCC staff during the physical plant
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and inspection. All cells contain an operable audio
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound- monitoring system.
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.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Generator 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.
1231.2.26 ATTORNEY INTERVIEW SPACE BSCC staff observed 2 attorney interview
rooms during the physical plant inspection.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells ☒
☐ ☐
toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
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.
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells, ☒
☐ ☐
wash basins must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
Wash basins must be provided with hot and cold or
☒
tempered water. ☐ ☐
Two feet (610 mm) of wash basin trough may be
☒
substituted for each basin required. ☐ ☐
1231.3.3 DRINKING FOUNTAINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.6 LIGHTING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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.
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.
1231.3.10 SEATING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒
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 All cells contain bench seating.
☒
bench is seating for one person. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☐ ☐
security perimeter of the facility
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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: 3288
FACILITY: Monterey Court Holding Facility TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Female Holding 2005 1 0 (10) (10) 11’x 8.5’ x 10’ 1 1 1
15 Ft. Bench space limits holding capacity to 10
Male Holding 2005 3 0 (5) (15) 7’ x 11’ x 10’ 1 1 1
7’6” bench in each cell limits each cell to 5 inmates
*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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COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3290
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Marina Traffic Court Holding FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Captain Joe Moses Sergeant Olivo Guerrero and Deputy Asuncion
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: 7/20/2023
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1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING All deputies, full- or part-time, shall
successfully complete Core training.
At a minimum, all supervisors of, and personnel who Individuals assigned to work in the facility
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or prior to completing the required training may
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of do so only when under the direct supervision
specialized corrections training. Such training shall of a fully trained deputy.
include, but not be limited to: All deputies assigned to court holding have
(a) applicable minimum jail standards; completed Jail Operations and the CORE
(b) jail operations liability; Academy and are fully trained.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐ In practice, the agency does not utilize
safety; and, accompanied untrained staff.
(e) suicide prevention;
(f) de-escalation;
(g) juvenile procedures;
(h) racial bias; and,
(i) mental illness.
Note: Each agency shall determine if additional training
is needed based upon, but not limited to, the complexity
of the facility, the number of people incarcerated, the
employees' level of experience and training, and other
relevant factors
Such training shall be completed as soon as practical, but Verified that all court holding deputies have
in any event not more than six months after the date of completed the Corrections Basic Academy
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Supplemental Core Course.
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be Verified that eight hours of corrections-
completed every two years. Successful completion of the specific training is occurring each year. The
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional agency maintains all training records.
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher.
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.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Compliance with this section is predicated on
the ability of staff to complete and document
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in at least hourly safety checks in addition to
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation completing all operational duties including but
and operation of the programs and activities required by not limited to the requirements listed in Title
these regulations. ☒ ☐ ☐ 15 Minimum Standards for Local Jails.
In most cases, incarcerated people are
transported to CH and are immediately
returned once they have completed their court
appearance. These cells were not used
during this inspection cycle.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
least one employee on duty at all times in a local staff were able to observe staffing, on duty,
detention facility or in the building which houses a local that included those able to respond in the
☒ ☐ ☐
detention facility who shall be immediately available and event of an emergency.
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an
emergency.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which Deputies assigned to court holding are
would conflict with the supervision and care of assigned based on area of responsibility.
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency. Deputies that are specifically assigned to
☒ ☐ ☐
supervise inmates in holding are fixed post
and do not leave the area when inmates are
present.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there A sampling of shift rosters was reviewed and
shall be at least one female employee who shall be reflected that there are female deputies
immediately available and accessible to such females. assigned to court holding daily. During the
☒ ☐ ☐
onsite physical plant inspection, BSCC staff
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
observed that female staff were assigned and
on duty.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of The agency Organizational Chart and Staffing
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator Plan was reviewed by BSCC staff.
shall prepare and retain a staffing plan indicating the
personnel assigned in the facility and their duties. Such a
☒ ☐ ☐
staffing plan shall be reviewed by the Board staff at the
time of their biennial inspection. The results of such a
review and recommendations shall be reported to the
local jurisdiction having fiscal responsibility for the facility.
1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
1124 Guardian RFID System
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
☒ ☐ ☐ Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
include, but are not limited to, the following:
These cells were not used during this
inspection cycle.
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
☒ ☐ ☐
through direct visual observation of all people held and
housed in the facility.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety There are no sobering cells, safety cells, or
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as restraint devices other than mechanical
☐ ☐ ☒
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 restraints used in this facility.
of these regulations.
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(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
1124 Guardian RFID System
☒ ☐ ☐
include:
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety There were no instances of persons being
check occurred; ☒ ☐ ☐ held in court holding during this inspection
cycle.
(2) the location where each individual safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or
facility manager, including methods of mitigating patterns ☒ ☐ ☐
of inconsistent documentation, or untimely completion of,
safety checks.
1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF All personnel assigned to court holding are
trained in Fire and Life Safety.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at
☒ ☐ ☐
least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training standards established by the Board for general
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL2 314.8.2 Policy Review
All agency policies are reviewed at a
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a minimum of annually. The last formal review
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The was completed in June of 2023.
policy and procedures manual shall address all The agency is completing the process of
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be reviewing, updating, and migrating the
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐ Custody Operations Manual to an electronic
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all agency policy. (Lexipol)
employees.
Notes: The policies and procedures required in
subsections (a)(6) and (a)(7) may be placed in a separate
manual to ensure confidentiality. Subsection (d) does not
apply and has been deleted.
(a) The manual shall provide for, but not be limited to, the The agency policies included the agency
following: organization chart listing positions by division
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of rank and assignment.
communications.
2 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 1115.03 Inspections and Operational
administrator/manager. Reviews
The Facility Captain shall review and evaluate
☒ ☐ ☐ internal and external security measures of the
Jail on an annual basis. The Captain shall
prepare a written report of findings and
recommendations for the Chief of Corrections
Operations review.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state 300.3 Use of Force
and federal legal requirements and includes
300.3.4 Restriction on the Use of Carotid
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
Control Hold
holds.
Pursuant to California Government Code
Section 7286.5: “A law enforcement agency,
☒ ☐ ☐
including the Monterey County Office of the
Sheriff, shall not authorize the use of a carotid
restraint or choke hold by any peace officer
employed by that agency”. Based on this, the
Monterey County Sheriff's Office does not
authorize the use of the carotid restraint.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including 1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in Equipment
Penal Code Section 3407. ☒ ☐ ☐ Pregnant females temporarily taken to the
hospital outside the Jail for the purposes of
childbirth shall be transported in the least
restrictive way possible.
(6) Security and control including physical counts and 1124.00 Guardian RFID System
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons, All those present within a housing unit shall be
contraband control, and key control. accounted for by physical head count.
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: 905.11 Assigned Administrator
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by
1059.4 Administration Division
section 1032 of these regulations;
Commander responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Administration
☒ ☐ ☐ Division Commander include, but are not
limited to:
(f) Fire Prevention Plan (8 CCR § 3221)
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
suppression pre-plan as required by 15 CCR
1032 (developed and maintained by OES)
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
hostages; (e) Escape
(C) mass arrests; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
(p) Management of mass arrests
(D) natural disasters; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
Office of Emergency Services
Chapter 4 Emergency Planning
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(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
and, Emergency equipment inspection
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
☒ ☐ ☐ 308 Chemical Agents
security devices.
507 Management of Weapons and Control
Devices
(8) Suicide Prevention. 905.12 Training
☒ ☐ ☐
(e) Suicide prevention
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse Prison Rape Elimination
and sexual harassment.
904.2 POLICY
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
zero tolerance toward all forms of sexual
abuse and sexual harassment (28 CFR
☒ ☐ ☐
115.111).
The Department will not tolerate retaliation
against any person who reports sexual abuse
or sexual harassment or who cooperates with
a sexual abuse or sexual harassment
investigation.
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and Prison Rape Elimination
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after
904.1 Purpose and Scope
reporting any abuse.
This policy provides guidance for complying
with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003
(PREA) and the implementing regulation that
☒ ☐ ☐
establishes standards (PREA Rule) to
prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse,
harassment, and retaliation against detainees
or prisoners in the Monterey County Sheriff's
Office Temporary Holding Facilities (28 CFR
115.111).
(12) Release policy, including release planning for This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, Prison Rape Elimination
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be
904.2 POLICY
limited to, the following:
Sexual abuse, harassment, or retaliation can
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
be reported verbally, on an inmate request or
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐ grievance form, on the tablet, or through
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
medical staff.
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, Third-party reporting can be accomplished
family, community members, and other interested verbally, by written communication to the
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ agency, by way of a Citizen’s Complaint,
harassment. The method for reporting shall be online reporting, internal grievance, or by
publicly posted at the facility. utilizing an internal Request Form.
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1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM 905.12 Training
Department members should be trained and
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
familiar with this policy and any supplemental
prevention program developed by the facility
procedures.
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide prevention
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
All personnel shall complete eight hours of
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
refresher training once every year (15 CCR
present a suicide risk.
1024).
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
personnel. In-Service Training – All Deputies, Sergeants,
Commanders, and Captain assigned to the
☒ ☐ ☐ Corrections Operations Bureau shall attend
24 hours of STC-certified training annually.
Annual in-service training includes Suicide
Prevention.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special 1110 Classification
situations, including placement in restrictive housing, Classification staff works directly with the
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in mental health provider when a determination
classification. is made to place an incarcerated person into
special or separated housing.
☒ ☐ ☐
If a mental health intervention is required for
a person in court holding, the person is
immediately transported to the jail or to the
hospital.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among Medical and mental health personnel are
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff, stationed inside of the jail 24 hours per day
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide and maintain communication with security
risk. staff to include transportation.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide 1110 Classification
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive Classification staff works in collaboration with
environment should be considered. the mental health provider in making housing
☒ ☐ ☐ decisions for those that are exhibiting any
medical or mental health issues.
In practice, this occurs at the jail.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1110 Classification
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts. M-19 (Attempted Suicide) Report.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and 515.5 In Custody Death Review
attempted suicides as defined by the facility Serious injury or deaths are reviewed by the
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐ health provider in conjunction with sheriff’s
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the office personnel.
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐ Follow-up care is provided by the health care
provider and or discharge planning personnel.
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(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return 714 Special Needs Treatment Plan
from court as determined by the mental health director. The mental health provider screens those
☒ ☐ ☐
returning from court with a sentence or a case
of high notoriety.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING 905.11 Assigned Administrator
1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
and Preplanning
administrator shall consult with the local fire department
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire ☒ ☐ ☐
suppression pre-plan.
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
The Annual Fire Suppression Plan is
which shall include, but not be limited to:
developed in collaboration with the Monterey
County Fire Department and the Office of
Emergency Services.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local Please see above.
fire department to be included as part of the policy and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of
Regulations Section 1029);
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff BSCC staff verified that monthly fire
basis with two year retention of the inspection record; ☒ ☐ ☐ prevention inspections were completed,
documented, and maintained as required.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and June 23, 2023
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years;
(d) an evacuation plan; and, 1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
and Preplanning
☒ ☐ ☐ In the event of a jail evacuation, the agency
would follow their Emergency Evacuation
Plan that was developed in collaboration with
the local fire and OES representative.
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Please see above.
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS 344.1.1 Report Preparation
Employees should ensure that reports are
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies sufficiently detailed for their purpose and free
and procedures for the maintenance of written records from errors prior to submission. It is the
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical responsibility of the assigned employee to
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee complete and submit all reports taken during
☒ ☐ ☐
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other the shift before going off-duty unless
person. permission to hold the report has been
approved by a supervisor.
In practice, any documented report generated
in court holding is handled as a crime report.
Such records shall include the names of the persons
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
facility manager or designee.
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1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY 358 Major Incident Notification
360 Death Investigation
(a) Death in Custody Reviews for Adults and Minors.
310.11 Reporting in-custody death
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health
1117.19 Investigation of Jail Related Death
administrator, shall develop written policy and
Policy states that this will occur no later than
procedures to ensure that there is an initial review of
☒ ☐ ☐ 72 hours post incident.
every in-custody death within 30 days. The review team
There will be a review of all in-custody deaths
at a minimum shall include the facility administrator or
by a committee established by the Chief.
designee, the health administrator, the responsible
physician and other health care and supervision staff who
In practice, minors are never detained in court
are relevant to the incident.
holding. Minors are transported and are
supervised by probation staff.
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the Policy states that this will occur no later than
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to 72 hours post incident.
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(b) Death of a Minor Minors are not held in court holding. Minors
In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a jail, are transported and supervised by probation
lockup, or court holding facility: staff.
(1) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the
☒ ☐ ☐
Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney
General under Government Code Section 12525. A
copy of the report shall be submitted within 10
calendar days after the death.
(2) Upon receipt of a report of death of a minor from Policy states that this will occur no later than
the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar 72 hours post incident.
days inspect and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court
holding facility pursuant to the provisions of this
subchapter. Any inquiry made by the Board shall be
limited to the standards and requirements set forth in
these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN 1110.00 Classification
Classification occurs at the jail.
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
establish and implement a written plan designed to
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
at the facility. The plan shall include receiving and ☒ ☐ ☐
transmitting of information regarding incarcerated
persons who represent unusual risk or hazard while
confined at the facility, and the separation of such
persons to the extent possible within the limits of the court
holding facility.
(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, If a person expresses concern for their safety
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis while in court holding, they would be
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety temporarily placed into a separate holding cell
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐ until classification staff have reviewed their
would present management or security problems. A classification status and special needs.
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
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1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 1114.01 Medical Services
Management of Communicable Diseases
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the in a Custody Setting
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
procedures specifying those symptoms that require person held in court holding exhibit signs or
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a symptoms of communicable disease, they are
medical evaluation is completed returned to the jail for further evaluation.
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be This occurs at the jail.
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
as tuberculosis or has observable symptoms of
☒ ☐ ☐
tuberculosis or any other communicable diseases, or
other special medical problem identified by the health
authority. The response shall be noted on the medical
screening from.
1052 BEHAVIORAL CRISIS IDENTIFICATION 1104.02 Receiving Deputy
Responsibilities at Intake
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
711.3.1 Medical Screening Inquiry
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
712 Mental Health Services
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
Receiving Deputies shall notify Medical Staff
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
☒ ☐ ☐ of inmates in custody with serious charges
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
and/or traumatic circumstances that may
require mental health services.
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
person being held in court holding exhibit
signs or symptoms of a behavioral crisis, they
are returned to the jail for further evaluation.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not Medical and mental health staff are available
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be at the jail 24 hours per day.
considered in behavioral crisis for the purpose of this ☒ ☐ ☐
section if they appear to be a danger to themselves or
others or appear gravely disabled.
An evaluation from medical or mental health staff shall be Please see above.
secured within 24 hours of identification or at the next ☒ ☐ ☐
daily sick call, whichever is earliest.
Separation may be used if necessary, to protect the If temporary separation is required at court
safety of the person in crisis or others. ☒ ☐ ☐ holding, a single cell would be used pending
transport.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION 505 Special Management Inmates
1110.09 Administrative Separation
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency’s practices support the use of
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
least restrictive housing options.
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Single holding cells are used for separation in
court holding.
Policies and procedures must include: On the day of the physical plant inspection,
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate BSCC staff observed all single cells to be
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of designed, furnished, and equipped with alike
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of furnishings and fixtures.
☒ ☐ ☐
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
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1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 1114.01 Medical Services
712.4 Basic Mental Health Services
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐ person being held in court holding exhibit
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
signs or symptoms of a developmental
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
disability, they are returned to the jail for
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
further evaluation.
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the The San Andreas Regional Center would be
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or used if the person could not be safely
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐ transported and treated at the jail.
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop and implement Restraint devices other than mechanical
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint restraints are never used in court holding.
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
from being ambulatory. The provisions of this section do
not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, or other
restraint devices when used to restrain incarcerated
people for security reasons. The facility manager may
delegate authority to place an incarcerated person in
restraints to responsible health care staff.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) acceptable restraint devices;
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; ☐ ☐ ☒
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, ☐ ☐ ☒
(5) exercising of extremities. ☐ ☐ ☒
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒
results in the destruction of property or reveal an
intent to cause physical harm to self or others.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in
restraints only with the approval of the facility
manager, the facility watch commander, or ☐ ☐ ☒
responsible health care staff; continued retention
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour.
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(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
☐ ☐ ☒
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within
☐ ☐ ☒
four hours of placement.
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
that the restraints are properly employed, and to
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated
person. Such observation shall be documented. ☐ ☐ ☒
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area
which makes provisions to protect the person from
abuse.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in consultation
with responsible health care staff determines that an
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
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the
placement in restraints shall be documented and
shall be video recorded unless exigent
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The
☐ ☐ ☒
documentation shall include: the reason for
placement; person authorizing placement; names of
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained;
and the duration of placement.
1058.5 RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT PERSONS 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Restraints other than mechanical restraints
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant are never used in court holding.
people. ☐ ☐ ☒ There were no pregnant females being held in
In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the policy court holding on the day of the physical plant
shall include reference to the following: inspection.
Staff advise that pregnant females are always
handcuffed in front and leg irons are not used.
(1) An incarcerated person 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) An incarcerated pregnant person 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 incarcerated person, the
staff, or the public.
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(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional
who is currently responsible for the medical care of
an incarcerated pregnant person 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 an incarcerated person’s
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☐ ☐ ☒
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL There are two confidential interview rooms
located adjacent to the holding cell area.
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures to ensure incarcerated persons have
access to the court and to legal counsel.
Such access shall consist of:
(b) confidential consultation with attorneys. ☒ ☐ ☐
1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND 800 Sanitation Inspections
MAINTENANCE The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
established a plan to promote and comply
The facility administrator shall develop written policies with the environmental safety and sanitation
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable requirements established by applicable laws,
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the ordinances, and regulations.
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy establishes a plan of
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and housekeeping tasks and inspections required
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe
which may be found. conditions or work practices in this facility.
In practice, all the court holding cells are
cleaned and sanitized each day, prior to use.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in this facility? Minors are not held in court holding. Should
a minor be required for a court appearance,
If yes, the following sections, including those summarized ☐ ☒ ☐ they are transported, moved within the court
in Title 15, Article 10, apply (Minors in Court Holding building, and supervised by probation staff.
Facilities).
1047 SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF A MINOR Minors are not held in this facility.
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.
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 shall not be restrained by the use of leg ☐ ☐ ☒
irons, waist chains, or handcuffs behind the body.
(2) A pregnant minor in labor, during delivery, or in
recovery after delivery, 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 determines that
the removal of restraints is medically necessary.
(4) Upon confirmation of a minor's pregnancy, she
shall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the held or moved through the court holding
☐ ☐ ☒
following: area of this facility.
(a) Separation of minors from adults in accordance with
Section 208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
(b) Separation of minors in accordance with an Individual holding cells are not used for
established classification plan. ☐ ☐ ☒ holding minors. Minors are transported to
and from court by probation staff.
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(c) Secure non-public access, movement within and
egress. If the same entrance/exit is used by both minors
☐ ☐ ☒
and adults, movements shall be scheduled in such a
manner that there is no opportunity for contact.
An existing court holding facility built in accordance with
construction standards at the time of construction shall
be considered as being in compliance with this article
unless the condition of the structure is determined by the
appropriate authority to be dangerous to life, health, or ☐ ☐ ☒
welfare of minors. Upon notification of noncompliance
with this section, the facility administrator shall develop
and submit a plan for corrective action to the Board within
90 days.
1162 SUPERVISION OF MINORS Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in held or moved through the court holding
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all area of this facility.
☐ ☐ ☒
minors at least twice every 30 minutes, and to ensure the
implementation and operation of the activities required by
these regulations. There shall be a written plan that
includes the documentation and review of safety checks.
1163 CLASSIFICATION Classification does not apply.
The administrator of a court holding facility shall establish
and implement a written plan designed to provide for the
safety of staff and minors held at the facility. The plan
shall include receiving and transmitting of information
☐ ☐ ☒
regarding minors who represent 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 court holding facility, and for the separation of minors
from any adults confined there as required by Section
208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
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ADULT COURT AND TEMPORARY HOLDING 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:3290
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Marina Traffic Court Holding Facility FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: 2/99: ☐ 2001: 2005: ☒ 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
The design of court holding and temporary holding facilities shall include the following required spaces from Sections 1231.2.2,
1231.2.19, 1231.2.20, 1231.2.21, 1231.2.22, 1231.2.24 and 1231.2.26.
1231.2.2 TEMPORARY HOLDING CELL OR This facility contains 2 holding cells and no
ROOM staging cells. These cells do not contain bunks
as inmates are not held for more than 12
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐ hours.
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 ☐ ☐
7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if ☒
☐ ☐
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE Safety equipment is stored in a secured
armory.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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
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A mop sink shall also be available within the security Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
area of the facility. In court holding, temporary holding, plant inspection.
☒
Types I, III and IV facilities, the closet need not be in ☐ ☐
the security area.
1231.2.21 STORAGE ROOMS Inmate clothing and personal items are stored
at the jail.
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 The audio monitoring system was tested by
BSCC staff during the physical plant
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and inspection. All cells contain an operable audio
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound- monitoring system.
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.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Generator 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.
1231.2.26 ATTORNEY INTERVIEW SPACE BSCC staff observed 2 attorney interview
rooms during the physical plant inspection.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells ☒
☐ ☐
toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
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.
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells, ☒
☐ ☐
wash basins must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
Wash basins must be provided with hot and cold or
☒
tempered water. ☐ ☐
Two feet (610 mm) of wash basin trough may be
☒
substituted for each basin required. ☐ ☐
1231.3.3 DRINKING FOUNTAINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.6 LIGHTING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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.
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.
1231.3.10 SEATING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒
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 All cells contain bench seating.
☒
bench is seating for one person. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☐ ☐
security perimeter of the facility
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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: 3290
FACILITY: Monterey County Marina Traffic Court Holding Facility TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Cells 1-2 Holding 1994 2 (10) (10) 14.0 X 10.0 X 8.0 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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COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3380
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County King City Court Holding FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Captain Joe Moses and Sergeant Olivo Guerrero
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: 7/20/2023
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING All deputies, full- or part-time, shall
successfully complete Core training.
At a minimum, all supervisors of, and personnel who Individuals assigned to work in the facility
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or prior to completing the required training may
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of do so only when under the direct supervision
specialized corrections training. Such training shall of a fully trained deputy.
include, but not be limited to: All deputies assigned to court holding have
(a) applicable minimum jail standards; completed Jail Operations and the CORE
(b) jail operations liability; Academy and are fully trained.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐ In practice, the agency does not utilize
safety; and, accompanied untrained staff.
(e) suicide prevention;
(f) de-escalation;
(g) juvenile procedures;
(h) racial bias; and,
(i) mental illness.
Note: Each agency shall determine if additional training
is needed based upon, but not limited to, the complexity
of the facility, the number of people incarcerated, the
employees' level of experience and training, and other
relevant factors
Such training shall be completed as soon as practical, but Verified that all court holding deputies have
in any event not more than six months after the date of completed the Corrections Basic Academy
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Supplemental Core Course.
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be Verified that eight hours of corrections-
completed every two years. Successful completion of the specific training is occurring each year. The
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional agency maintains all training records.
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher.
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.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Compliance with this section is predicated on
the ability of staff to complete and document
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in at least hourly safety checks in addition to
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation completing all operational duties including but
and operation of the programs and activities required by not limited to the requirements listed in Title
these regulations. ☒ ☐ ☐ 15 Minimum Standards for Local Jails.
In most cases, incarcerated people are
transported to CH and are immediately
returned once they have completed their court
appearance. These cells were not used
during this inspection cycle.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at During the physical plant inspection, BSCC
least one employee on duty at all times in a local staff were able to observe staffing, on duty,
detention facility or in the building which houses a local that included those able to respond in the
☒ ☐ ☐
detention facility who shall be immediately available and event of an emergency.
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an
emergency.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which Deputies assigned to court holding are
would conflict with the supervision and care of assigned based on area of responsibility.
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency. Deputies that are specifically assigned to
☒ ☐ ☐
supervise inmates in holding are fixed post
and do not leave the area when inmates are
present.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there A sampling of shift rosters was reviewed and
shall be at least one female employee who shall be reflected that there are female deputies
immediately available and accessible to such females. assigned to court holding daily. During the
☒ ☐ ☐
onsite physical plant inspection, BSCC staff
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
observed that female staff were assigned and
on duty.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of The agency Organizational Chart and Staffing
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator Plan was reviewed by BSCC staff.
shall prepare and retain a staffing plan indicating the
personnel assigned in the facility and their duties. Such a
☒ ☐ ☐
staffing plan shall be reviewed by the Board staff at the
time of their biennial inspection. The results of such a
review and recommendations shall be reported to the
local jurisdiction having fiscal responsibility for the facility.
1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
1124 Guardian RFID System
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
☒ ☐ ☐ Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
include, but are not limited to, the following:
These cells were not used during this
inspection cycle.
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
☒ ☐ ☐
through direct visual observation of all people held and
housed in the facility.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety There are no sobering cells, safety cells, or
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as restraint devices, other than mechanical
☐ ☐ ☒
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 restraints used in this facility.
of these regulations.
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(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the 1106.04 Inmate Health and Welfare Checks
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
1124 Guardian RFID System
☒ ☐ ☐
include:
Floor Deputies shall conduct hourly health
and welfare checks of inmates in our custody.
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety There were no instances of persons being
check occurred; ☒ ☐ ☐ held in court holding during this inspection
cycle.
(2) the location where each individual safety check
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or
facility manager, including methods of mitigating patterns ☒ ☐ ☐
of inconsistent documentation, or untimely completion of,
safety checks.
1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF All personnel assigned to court holding are
trained in Fire and Life Safety.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at
☒ ☐ ☐
least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training standards established by the Board for general
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL2 314.8.2 Policy Review
All agency policies are reviewed at a
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a minimum of annually. The last formal review
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The was completed in June of 2023.
policy and procedures manual shall address all The agency is completing the process of
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be reviewing, updating, and migrating the
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐ Custody Operations Manual to an electronic
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all agency policy. (Lexipol)
employees.
Notes: The policies and procedures required in
subsections (a)(6) and (a)(7) may be placed in a separate
manual to ensure confidentiality. Subsection (d) does not
apply and has been deleted.
(a) The manual shall provide for, but not be limited to, the The agency policies included the agency
following: organization chart listing positions by division
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of rank and assignment.
communications.
2 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 1115.03 Inspections and Operational
administrator/manager. Reviews
The Facility Captain shall review and evaluate
☒ ☐ ☐ internal and external security measures of the
Jail on an annual basis. The Captain shall
prepare a written report of findings and
recommendations for the Chief of Corrections
Operations review.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state 300.3 Use of Force
and federal legal requirements and includes
300.3.4 Restriction on the use of Carotid
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
Control Hold
holds.
Pursuant to California Government Code
Section 7286.5: “A law enforcement agency,
☒ ☐ ☐
including the Monterey County Office of the
Sheriff, shall not authorize the use of a carotid
restraint or choke hold by any peace officer
employed by that agency”. Based on this, the
Monterey County Sheriff's Office does not
authorize the use of the carotid restraint.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including 1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in Equipment
Penal Code Section 3407. ☒ ☐ ☐ Pregnant females temporarily taken to the
hospital outside the Jail for the purposes of
childbirth shall be transported in the least
restrictive way possible.
(6) Security and control including physical counts and 1124.00 Guardian RFID System
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons, All those present within a housing unit shall be
contraband control, and key control. accounted for by physical head count.
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: 905.11 Assigned Administrator
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by
1059.4 Administration Division
section 1032 of these regulations;
Commander responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Administration
☒ ☐ ☐ Division Commander include, but are not
limited to:
(f) Fire Prevention Plan (8 CCR § 3221)
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
suppression pre-plan as required by 15 CCR
1032 (developed and maintained by OES)
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
hostages; (e) Escape
(C) mass arrests; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
(p) Management of mass arrests
(D) natural disasters; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
Office of Emergency Services
Chapter 4 Emergency Planning
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(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
☒ ☐ ☐
and, Emergency equipment inspection
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, 469.5.2 OPERATIONAL PLANS
ammunition, chemical agents, and related
☒ ☐ ☐ 308 Chemical Agents
security devices.
507 Management of Weapons and Control
Devices
(8) Suicide Prevention. 905.12 Training
☒ ☐ ☐
(e) Suicide prevention
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1120.18 Separation of Inmates
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse Prison Rape Elimination
and sexual harassment.
904.2 POLICY
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
zero tolerance toward all forms of sexual
abuse and sexual harassment (28 CFR
☒ ☐ ☐
115.111).
The Department will not tolerate retaliation
against any person who reports sexual abuse
or sexual harassment or who cooperates with
a sexual abuse or sexual harassment
investigation.
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and Prison Rape Elimination
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after
904.1 Purpose and Scope
reporting any abuse.
This policy provides guidance for complying
with the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003
(PREA) and the implementing regulation that
☒ ☐ ☐
establishes standards (PREA Rule) to
prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse,
harassment, and retaliation against detainees
or prisoners in the Monterey County Sheriff's
Office Temporary Holding Facilities (28 CFR
115.111).
(12) Release policy, including release planning for This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, Prison Rape Elimination
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be
904.2 POLICY
limited to, the following:
Sexual abuse, harassment, or retaliation can
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
be reported verbally, on an inmate request or
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐ grievance form, on the tablet, or through
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
medical staff.
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, Third-party reporting can be accomplished
family, community members, and other interested verbally, by written communication to the
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ agency, by way of a Citizen’s Complaint,
harassment. The method for reporting shall be online reporting, internal grievance, or by
publicly posted at the facility. utilizing an internal Request Form.
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1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM 905.12 Training
Department members should be trained and
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
familiar with this policy and any supplemental
prevention program developed by the facility
procedures.
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide prevention
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
All personnel shall complete eight hours of
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
refresher training once every year (15 CCR
present a suicide risk.
1024).
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial 1118.01 Minimum Training Requirements
personnel. In-Service Training – All Deputies, Sergeants,
Commanders, and Captain assigned to the
☒ ☐ ☐ Corrections Operations Bureau shall attend
24 hours of STC-certified training annually.
Annual in-service training includes Suicide
Prevention.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon This occurs at the jail.
☐ ☐ ☒
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special 1110 Classification
situations, including placement in restrictive housing, Classification staff works directly with the
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in mental health provider when a determination
classification. is made to place an incarcerated person into
special or separated housing.
☒ ☐ ☐
If a mental health intervention is required for
a person in court holding, the person is
immediately transported to the jail or to the
hospital.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among Medical and mental health personnel are
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff, stationed inside of the jail 24 hours per day
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide and maintain communication with security
risk. staff to include transportation.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide 1110 Classification
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive Classification staff works in collaboration with
environment should be considered. the mental health provider in making housing
☒ ☐ ☐ decisions for those that are exhibiting any
medical or mental health issues.
In practice, this occurs at the jail.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1110 Classification
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts. M-19 (Attempted Suicide) Report.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and 515.5 In Custody Death Review
attempted suicides as defined by the facility Serious injury or deaths are reviewed by the
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐ health provider in conjunction with sheriff’s
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the office personnel.
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. 1117.08 Suicides and Attempted Suicide
☒ ☐ ☐ Follow-up care is provided by the health care
provider and or discharge planning personnel.
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(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return 714 Special Needs Treatment Plan
from court as determined by the mental health director. The mental health provider screens those
☒ ☐ ☐
returning from court with a sentence or a case
of high notoriety.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING 905.11 Assigned Administrator
1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
and Preplanning
administrator shall consult with the local fire department
(g) Fire- and life-safety, including a fire
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire ☒ ☐ ☐
suppression pre-plan.
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
The Annual Fire Suppression Plan is
which shall include, but not be limited to:
developed in collaboration with the Monterey
County Fire Department and the Office of
Emergency Services.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local Please see above.
fire department to be included as part of the policy and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of
Regulations Section 1029);
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff BSCC staff verified that monthly fire
basis with two year retention of the inspection record; ☒ ☐ ☐ prevention inspections were completed,
documented, and maintained as required.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and June 23, 2023
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years;
(d) an evacuation plan; and, 1115.04 Fire Inspection, Fire Suppression
and Preplanning
☒ ☐ ☐ In the event of a jail evacuation, the agency
would follow their Emergency Evacuation
Plan that was developed in collaboration with
the local fire and OES representative.
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated Please see above.
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS 344.1.1 Report Preparation
Employees should ensure that reports are
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies sufficiently detailed for their purpose and free
and procedures for the maintenance of written records from errors prior to submission. It is the
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical responsibility of the assigned employee to
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee complete and submit all reports taken during
☒ ☐ ☐
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other the shift before going off-duty unless
person. permission to hold the report has been
approved by a supervisor.
In practice, any documented report generated
in court holding is handled as a crime report.
Such records shall include the names of the persons
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
facility manager or designee.
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1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY 358 Major Incident Notification
360 Death Investigation
(a) Death in Custody Reviews for Adults and Minors.
310.11 Reporting in-custody death
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health
1117.19 Investigation of Jail Related Death
administrator, shall develop written policy and
Policy states that this will occur no later than
procedures to ensure that there is an initial review of
☒ ☐ ☐ 72 hours post incident.
every in-custody death within 30 days. The review team
There will be a review of all in-custody deaths
at a minimum shall include the facility administrator or
by a committee established by the Chief.
designee, the health administrator, the responsible
physician and other health care and supervision staff who
In practice, minors are never detained in court
are relevant to the incident.
holding. Minors are transported and are
supervised by probation staff.
Deaths shall be reviewed to determine the Policy states that this will occur no later than
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to 72 hours post incident.
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(b) Death of a Minor Minors are not held in court holding. Minors
In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a jail, are transported and supervised by probation
lockup, or court holding facility: staff.
(1) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the
☒ ☐ ☐
Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney
General under Government Code Section 12525. A
copy of the report shall be submitted within 10
calendar days after the death.
(2) Upon receipt of a report of death of a minor from Policy states that this will occur no later than
the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar 72 hours post incident.
days inspect and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court
holding facility pursuant to the provisions of this
subchapter. Any inquiry made by the Board shall be
limited to the standards and requirements set forth in
these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN 1110.00 Classification
Classification occurs at the jail.
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
establish and implement a written plan designed to
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
at the facility. The plan shall include receiving and ☒ ☐ ☐
transmitting of information regarding incarcerated
persons who represent unusual risk or hazard while
confined at the facility, and the separation of such
persons to the extent possible within the limits of the court
holding facility.
(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, If a person expresses concern for their safety
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis while in court holding, they would be
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety temporarily placed into a separate holding cell
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐ until classification staff have reviewed their
would present management or security problems. A classification status and special needs.
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
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1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 1114.01 Medical Services
Management of Communicable Diseases
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the in a Custody Setting
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures specifying those symptoms that require person being held in court holding exhibit
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a signs or symptoms of communicable disease,
medical evaluation is completed they are returned to the jail for further
evaluation.
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be This occurs at the jail.
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
as tuberculosis or has observable symptoms of
☒ ☐ ☐
tuberculosis or any other communicable diseases, or
other special medical problem identified by the health
authority. The response shall be noted on the medical
screening from.
1052 BEHAVIORAL CRISIS IDENTIFICATION 1104.02 Receiving Deputy
Responsibilities at Intake
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
711.3.1 Medical Screening Inquiry
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
712 Mental Health Services
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
Receiving Deputies shall notify Medical Staff
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
☒ ☐ ☐ of inmates in custody with serious charges
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
and/or traumatic circumstances that may
require mental health services.
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
person being held in court holding exhibit
signs or symptoms of a behavioral crisis, they
are returned to the jail for further evaluation.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not Medical and mental health staff are available
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be at the jail 24 hours per day.
considered in behavioral crisis for the purpose of this ☒ ☐ ☐
section if they appear to be a danger to themselves or
others or appear gravely disabled.
An evaluation from medical or mental health staff shall be Please see above.
secured within 24 hours of identification or at the next ☒ ☐ ☐
daily sick call, whichever is earliest.
Separation may be used if necessary, to protect the If temporary separation is required at court
safety of the person in crisis or others. ☒ ☐ ☐ holding, a single cell would be used pending
transport.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION 505 Special Management Inmates
1110.09 Administrative Separation
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall
☒ ☐ ☐ The agency’s practices support the use of
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
least restrictive housing options.
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Single holding cells are used for separation in
court holding.
Policies and procedures must include: On the day of the physical plant inspection,
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate BSCC staff observed all single cells to be
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of designed, furnished, and equipped with alike
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of furnishings and fixtures.
☒ ☐ ☐
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
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1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 1114.01 Medical Services
712.4 Basic Mental Health Services
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Initial screening occurs at the jail. Should a
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐ person being held in court holding exhibit
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
signs or symptoms of a developmental
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
disability, they are returned to the jail for
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
further evaluation.
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the The San Andreas Regional Center would be
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or used if the person could not be safely
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐ transported and treated at the jail.
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop and implement Restraint devices other than mechanical
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint restraints are never used in court holding.
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
from being ambulatory. The provisions of this section do
not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, or other
restraint devices when used to restrain incarcerated
people for security reasons. The facility manager may
delegate authority to place an incarcerated person in
restraints to responsible health care staff.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) acceptable restraint devices;
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; ☐ ☐ ☒
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, ☐ ☐ ☒
(5) exercising of extremities. ☐ ☐ ☒
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒
results in the destruction of property or reveal an
intent to cause physical harm to self or others.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in
restraints only with the approval of the facility
manager, the facility watch commander, or ☐ ☐ ☒
responsible health care staff; continued retention
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour.
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(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
☐ ☐ ☒
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within
☐ ☐ ☒
four hours of placement.
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
that the restraints are properly employed, and to
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated
person. Such observation shall be documented. ☐ ☐ ☒
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area
which makes provisions to protect the person from
abuse.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in consultation
with responsible health care staff determines that an
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
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the
placement in restraints shall be documented and
shall be video recorded unless exigent
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The
☐ ☐ ☒
documentation shall include: the reason for
placement; person authorizing placement; names of
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained;
and the duration of placement.
1058.5 RESTRAINTS AND PREGNANT PERSONS 1104.06 Restraint Devices
1120.07 Policy on the Use of Restraint
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Equipment
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Restraints other than mechanical restraints
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant are never used in court holding.
people. ☐ ☐ ☒ There were no pregnant females being held in
In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the policy court holding on the day of the physical plant
shall include reference to the following: inspection.
Staff advise that pregnant females are always
handcuffed in front and leg irons are not used.
(1) An incarcerated person 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) An incarcerated pregnant person 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 incarcerated person, the
staff, or the public.
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(3) Restraints shall be removed when a professional
who is currently responsible for the medical care of
an incarcerated pregnant person 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 an incarcerated person’s
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☐ ☐ ☒
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL There are two confidential interview rooms
located adjacent to the holding cell area.
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures to ensure incarcerated persons have
access to the court and to legal counsel.
Such access shall consist of:
(b) confidential consultation with attorneys. ☒ ☐ ☐
1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND 800 Sanitation Inspections
MAINTENANCE The Monterey County Sheriff's Office has
established a plan to promote and comply
The facility administrator shall develop written policies with the environmental safety and sanitation
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable requirements established by applicable laws,
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the ordinances, and regulations.
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy establishes a plan of
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and housekeeping tasks and inspections required
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe
which may be found. conditions or work practices in this facility.
In practice, all the court holding cells are
cleaned and sanitized each day, prior to use.
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Are minors held in this facility? Minors are not held in court holding. Should
a minor be required for a court appearance,
If yes, the following sections, including those summarized ☐ ☒ ☐ they are transported, moved within the court
in Title 15, Article 10, apply (Minors in Court Holding building, and supervised by probation staff.
Facilities).
1047 SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF A MINOR Minors are not held in this facility.
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.
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 shall not be restrained by the use of leg ☐ ☐ ☒
irons, waist chains, or handcuffs behind the body.
(2) A pregnant minor in labor, during delivery, or in
recovery after delivery, 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 determines that
the removal of restraints is medically necessary.
(4) Upon confirmation of a minor's pregnancy, she
shall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the held or moved through the court holding
☐ ☐ ☒
following: area of this facility.
(a) Separation of minors from adults in accordance with
Section 208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
(b) Separation of minors in accordance with an Individual holding cells are not used for
established classification plan. ☐ ☐ ☒ holding minors. Minors are transported to
and from court by probation staff.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
(c) Secure non-public access, movement within and
egress. If the same entrance/exit is used by both minors
☐ ☐ ☒
and adults, movements shall be scheduled in such a
manner that there is no opportunity for contact.
An existing court holding facility built in accordance with
construction standards at the time of construction shall
be considered as being in compliance with this article
unless the condition of the structure is determined by the
appropriate authority to be dangerous to life, health, or ☐ ☐ ☒
welfare of minors. Upon notification of noncompliance
with this section, the facility administrator shall develop
and submit a plan for corrective action to the Board within
90 days.
1162 SUPERVISION OF MINORS Minors are transported, moved, and
supervised by probation staff. Minors are not
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in held or moved through the court holding
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all area of this facility.
☐ ☐ ☒
minors at least twice every 30 minutes, and to ensure the
implementation and operation of the activities required by
these regulations. There shall be a written plan that
includes the documentation and review of safety checks.
1163 CLASSIFICATION Classification does not apply.
The administrator of a court holding facility shall establish
and implement a written plan designed to provide for the
safety of staff and minors held at the facility. The plan
shall include receiving and transmitting of information
☐ ☐ ☒
regarding minors who represent 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 court holding facility, and for the separation of minors
from any adults confined there as required by Section
208 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
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ADULT COURT AND TEMPORARY HOLDING 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: 3380
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County King City Court Holding Facility FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: ☐ 2/99: ☐ 2001: ☐ 2005: ☐ 2008: ☐ 2010: ☐
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS
(Check All That Apply):
2013: ☐ 2017: ☐ 2019: ☐ 1980 ☒
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
The design of court holding and temporary holding facilities shall include the following required spaces from Sections 1231.2.2,
1231.2.19, 1231.2.20, 1231.2.21, 1231.2.22, 1231.2.24 and 1231.2.26.
1231.2.2 TEMPORARY HOLDING CELL OR This facility contains 2 holding cells and no
ROOM staging cells. These cells do not contain bunks
as inmates are not held for more than 12
☒ ☐ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: hours.
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
7. When located in a temporary holding facility, the
cell or room shall be equipped with a bunk if ☒ ☐ ☐
inmates are to be held longer than 12 hours.
1231.2.19 SAFETY EQUIPMENT STORAGE Safety equipment is stored in a secured
armory.
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 Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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
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A mop sink shall also be available within the security Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
area of the facility. In court holding, temporary holding, plant inspection.
☒ ☐ ☐
Types I, III and IV facilities, the closet need not be in
the security area.
1231.2.21 STORAGE ROOMS Inmate clothing and personal items are stored
at the jail.
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 The audio monitoring system was tested by
BSCC staff during the physical plant
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and inspection. All cells contain an operable audio
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound- monitoring system.
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.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Generator 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.
1231.2.26 ATTORNEY INTERVIEW SPACE BSCC staff observed 2 attorney interview
rooms during the physical plant inspection.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒ ☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells ☒ ☐ ☐
toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
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.
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
In temporary holding cells and temporary staging cells, ☒ ☐ ☐
wash basins must be provided in a ratio to inmates of
1:16.
Wash basins must be provided with hot and cold or
☒ ☐ ☐
tempered water.
Two feet (610 mm) of wash basin trough may be
☐ ☐ ☒
substituted for each basin required.
1231.3.3 DRINKING FOUNTAINS Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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.
1231.3.6 LIGHTING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
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.
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.
1231.3.10 SEATING Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒ ☐ ☐
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 All cells contain bench seating.
☒ ☐ ☐
bench is seating for one person.
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Observed by BSCC staff during the physical
plant inspection.
☒ ☐ ☐
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the
security perimeter of the facility
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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: 3380
FACILITY: King City Holding Facility TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Kimberly Moule DATE: July 20, 2023
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Holding 1980 2 0 (7) (14) 7.5’ 12’ x 10’ 2 2 2
*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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