BSCC
Riverside SHRF (2025-2026 inspection cycle)
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March 19, 2026
Chad Bianco, Sheriff-Coroner
Riverside County Sheriff’s Office
4095 Lemon Drive
Riverside, CA 92501
2025-2026 COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION, PENAL CODE SECTION 6031,
WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 209, RIVERSIDE COUNTY
COURTHOUSE FACILITIES
Dear Sheriff Bianco,
The 2025-2026 Comprehensive Inspection of the Riverside County Courthouses has
been completed. A pre-inspection briefing was held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and
the following facilities were inspected between Tuesday, February 10, 2026 and Friday,
February 13, 2026 :
FACILITY NAME BSCC # FACILITY TYPE
Hall of Justice 3916 CH
Southwest Justice Center 3935 CH
Sheriff Southwest Juvenile Court 3937 CHJ
Larson Justice Center 3970 CH
Banning Courthouse 3974 CH
Blythe Court 3975 CH
Menifee Justice Center 4051 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 to 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 the following items of noncompliance with Title 24 Minimum Standards:
Hall of Justice & Larson Justice Center
Title 24 Section, 1231.1.22: Audio Monitoring System:
Chad Bianco
Sheriff-Coroner
Page 2
Both facilities were deemed noncompliant due to a lack of occupant/sound-
actuated audio monitoring systems.
Please refer to the Physical Plant Evaluation and Living Area Space Evaluation
attachments for information related to Rated Capacity and Title 24 compliance.
CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN (CAP)
An Exit Briefing with your staff was held on Friday, March 6, 2026; BSCC staff presented
an overview of the inspection and discussed technical assistance and best practice
recommendations. BSCC staff reviewed and provided an Initial Inspection Report for
noncompliance items found during the inspection. A CAP that addresses each
outstanding item of noncompliance is due to the BSCC no later than 04/03/2026.
Please email me at traci.kessler@bscc.ca.gov or call (916) 956-3682 if I can be of any
assistance to you or your staff.
Sincerely,
TRAC KESSLER
Field Representative
Facilities Standards and Operations Division
Enclosures
Cc: Presiding Judge, Riverside County Superior Court*
Chair, Grand Jury, Riverside County*
Chair, Board of Supervisors, Riverside County*
County Administrator, Riverside County*
Captain M. Portillo, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office
*Copies of the inspection are available upon request or online at www.bscc.ca.gov.
3916+ Riverside SHRF CH CI LTR 25-26
COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3916
FACILITY NAME: Hall of Justice FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sgt. Adams
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/11/2026
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
Services.
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
include, but not be limited to:
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(b) jail operations liability;
Core training.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to completed the required training within six (6)
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be months of appointment with Court Services.
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher. all sworn staff.
Records reviewed reflect that all sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
are required to, and have completed, a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training
including an eight (8) hour Annual Jail
Training (AJT) module that incorporates the
required specialized correctional training
curriculum.
1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
☒ ☐ ☐
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation
and operation of the programs and activities required by
these regulations.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual training for all staff includes
emergency. emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
The holding cells adjacent to each courtroom
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
are rarely utilized. If needed, incarcerated
include, but are not limited to, the following:
persons are placed in the holding cells for
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being
either a brief restroom break or a court recess.
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
through direct visual observation of all people held and ☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff reviewed a random sampling of
housed in the facility.
safety check logs from January 2025 to
December 2025.
Based on a review of agency policy and the
random sample of safety check logs, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
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(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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 CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be
All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training during a POST academy. The
training standards established by the Board for general
☒ ☐ ☐ Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO) conducts
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
quarterly Fire & Life Safety training for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
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(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
(RSDM)
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all Corrections Division Policy Manual
employees. (CDPM)
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in
☒ ☐ ☐
Penal Code Section 3407.
601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Transport
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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(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.06 - Duties
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: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
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(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
prevention program developed by the facility
monitoring are conducted in the detention
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
facility.
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
personnel.
BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
all sworn staff assigned to Court Services.
☒ ☐ ☐ Court staff receive two hours of specialized
Suicide Prevention training annually.
Based on a review of agency policy and staff
training records, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
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(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed 24 consecutive months
(January 2024 – December 2025) of facility
fire inspection reports.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Date of Last Inspection: 09/15/2024.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
During the 25-26 inspection cycle, there was
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical
☒ ☐ ☐ one (1) incident requiring an incident report.
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
The report reviewed by BSCC staff included
person.
the names of the involved persons, a
description of the incident, the actions taken,
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death. ☒ ☐ ☐
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
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(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center, where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
processed and classified appropriately.
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.
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(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is located
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ in the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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: CSM 601.12
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in CSM 601.12
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(5) exercising of extremities. CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the CSM 601.12
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on CSM 601.12
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
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(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in CSM 601.12
restraints only with the approval of the facility
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention CSM 601.12
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within CSM 601.12
four hours of placement. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be CSM 601.12
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
with responsible health care staff determines that an
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the CSM 601.12
placement in restraints shall be documented and
CSM 601.28
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 CPDM 508.19 (2.1)
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Compliance with this regulation is based
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
practice of this facility that pregnant
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the
incarcerated persons are not restrained while
policy shall include reference to the following:
in court.
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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) An incarcerated pregnant person in labor, during CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
☐ ☒ ☐ If minors are held in the facility, even if
they are supervised by probation staff,
these sections apply and must be
inspected for compliance. Use probation
policy and documentation as necessary.
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.
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
0B
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
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☐ ☐ ☒
following:
(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
☐ ☐ ☒
established classification plan.
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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
3B
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☐ ☐ ☒
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
4B
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
Board of State and Community corrections
Applicable Title 24 Regulations: 6/94; 2/99; 2001
BSCC Code: 3916
FACILITY NAME: Hall of Justice FACILITY TYPE: CH
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS (Check All That 6/94: x 2/99: 2001: OTHER:
Apply):
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/12/2026
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Reception and Booking (2.1) X
Contains a weapons locker, designed as outlined in
these regulations.
Contains a cell or room for confinement pending X
booking
Contains a detoxification cell (WA in TH; NA in CH) X
01: Name changed to “sobering cell.”
2-99: Two detoxification cells are provided if both male
and female inmates are held.
Contains safety cell(s) (WA in TH; NA in CH) X
Shower room available X
2-99: Access to shower must be within the secure
area
Provides secure vault or storage for inmate valuables X
Telephone(s) available for inmate use (PC § 851.5) X
2-99: Unobstructed access to hot and cold running X
water
Temporary Holding Cell or Room (2.2) X
Contains 10 square feet of floor area per inmate
Holds no more than 16 inmates X
Is not smaller than 40 square feet and has a clear X
ceiling height of 8 feet or more
Contains sufficient seating to accommodate all X
inmates
Contains water closet (toilet), washbasin, and drinking X
fountain
Provides for clear visual supervision by staff X
A bunk is provided if inmates are held 12 hours or X
more
Temporary Staging Cell or Room (2.3) X
Holds inmates classified and segregated per Title 15 §
1050 and 1053
Detoxification/Sobering Cell (2.4) X
01: Name change to “sobering cell”
Contains 20 square feet of floor area per inmate
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Safety Cell (2.5) X
Contains 48 square feet with one floor dimension of a
least 6 feet and a clear ceiling height of 8 feet or more
Safety Equipment Storage (2.19) X Located on the first floor.
Adequate space is provided to store equipment such
as fire extinguishers, SCBA, emergency lights, etc.
Janitors' Closet (2.20) X
Lockable, containing a mop sink and storage space
01: Mop sink may be separate from janitors’ closet
Audio or Visual Monitoring (2.22) X Noncompliance was determined due to the
There is an audio monitoring system capable of facility not having an audio monitoring system
alerting staff in a central control. When visual alerting staff.
electronic surveillance is used, it is located primarily in
corridors, elevators, or at points on the security
perimeter such as entrances and exits.
2-99: Video monitoring option deleted.
Emergency Power (2.24) X
There is an emergency power source available and
capable of providing minimal lighting in all areas and
maintaining fire and life safety, security,
communication and alarm systems.
Attorney Interview Space (2.26) X
Available and provides for confidentiality
Water Closets (Toilets)/Urinals (3.1) X
Provide for inmate privacy/modesty with staff being
able to visually supervise; provided at a ratio of 1:16 in
holding and staging cells. See regulation for
calculations of urinal substitutions.
Washbasins (3.2) X
Provide hot and cold or tempered water; provided at a
ratio of 1:16 in holding and staging cells. See
regulation for calculations of washbasin trough
substitutions.
Drinking Fountains (3.3) X
2-99: Available in each temporary holding, staging
and sobering cell.
Water outlet (bubbler) is mechanically actuated and at X
an angle that prevents wastewater from flowing over
the outlet (bubbler); there is a mouth guard on the
water outlet (bubbler).
2-99: Mouth guard requirement deleted
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Showers (3.4) (NA in CH) X
Available in the security area; provide hot and cold or
tempered water; shower stalls/areas are designed and
constructed of materials that are impervious to water
and soap so that they may be easily cleaned.
Beds/Bunks (3.5) X
(NA in CH; applicable in TH if inmates are held longer
than 12 hours)
At least 30 inches wide and 76 inches long with 21
inches between pans; constructed of pan bottom type
or concrete; securely fastened to the floor and/or wall
in facilities higher than minimum security.
01: Must be elevated off the floor.
Lighting (3.6) X
Lighting is sufficient to permit easy reading by a
person with normal vision, night lighting is sufficient for
purposes of supervision.
Lighting is centrally controlled and/or occupant
controlled in housing cells or rooms. Light fixtures are
of secure design.
Windows (3.7) X
Windows that are accessible to inmates are no greater
than 5 inches in one dimension.
Cell Padding (3.8) X
The floors and partition are padded in detoxification
cells. In safety cells, floors, doors, walls and
everything on them are padded. All padded cells are
equipped with a tamper resistant fire sprinkler
approved by the SFM.
All padding is: approved for use by the SFM; X
nonporous; at least ½ inch thick; of a unitary or
laminated construction; firmly bonded to all surfaces;
and, without exposed seams.
Seating (3.10) X
Seating is designed to the level of security. When
bench seating is used, eighteen inches of bench are
provided per inmate.
2-99: In holding and staging cells, seating is securely
fastened to the wall and/or floor.
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TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Weapons Locker (3.12) X Outside of each courtroom.
(NA type IV and Minimum Security Facilities)
A secure weapons locker is located outside the
security perimeter of the facility and no weapons are
brought into the security area. Lockers have individual
compartments, locks and keys.
Design Requirements (102(c)6) X
Design requirements as specified in Title 24, Part 1,
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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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS - BIENNIAL INSPECTION
ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
BSCC Code: 3916
FACILITY: Hall of Justice TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/11/2026
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
Hall of Justice Court Room Holding Cells
Southside Holding 1988 10 (7) (70) 5.10 X 15.0 X 8.7 1 1 1
2-6 floors
Notes: Holding cells for courtrooms 2 - 5; Two cells per floor (2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th).
Northside Holding 1988 8 (5) (40) 5.10 X 8.9.0 X 8.7 1 1 1
3-6 floors
Notes: 2 cells on each floor, address 4100 Main Street.
*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: 3935
FACILITY NAME: Southwest Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sgt. Irvine, Corporal Gomez
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/20226
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
Services.
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
include, but not be limited to:
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(b) jail operations liability;
Core training.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to completed the required training within six (6)
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be months of appointment with Court Services.
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional
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.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
and operation of the programs and activities required by all sworn staff.
these regulations.
☒ ☐ ☐ Records reviewed show that all sworn staff
are required to, and have completed, a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training
including an eight (8) hour Annual Jail
Training (AJT) module that incorporates the
required specialized correctional training
curriculum.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual jail training for all staff
emergency. includes emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement The holding cells adjacent to each courtroom
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that are rarely utilized. If needed, incarcerated
include, but are not limited to, the following: persons are placed in the holding cells for
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being either a brief restroom break or a court recess.
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
through direct visual observation of all people held and ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed a random sample of
housed in the facility. safety check logs from January 2025 to
December 2025.
Based on a review of agency policy and the
random sample of safety check logs, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
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(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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 CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be
All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training during a POST academy. The
training standards established by the Board for general
Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO) conducts
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)]. ☒ ☐ ☐ quarterly Fire & Life Safety training for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
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(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
(RSDM)
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all Corrections Division Policy Manual
employees. (CDPM)
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in
☒ ☐ ☐
Penal Code Section 3407.
601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Transport
(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include CSM 601.06 - Duties
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
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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(7) Emergency procedures include: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.07- General Procedures
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
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1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
prevention program developed by the facility
monitoring are conducted in the detention
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
facility.
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
personnel.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed 24 consecutive months
(January 2024 – December 2025) of facility
fire inspection logs.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Date of Last Inspection: 2/11/2026.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
During the 2025-2026 inspection cycle, there
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee ☒ ☐ ☐ were no incidents requiring an Incident
Report.
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
person.
Compliance with this regulation is based
solely on a review of agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC ☒ ☐ ☐
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death.
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
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(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center, where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
processed and classified appropriately.
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, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
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At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is in the
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ detention facility.
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
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1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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.
(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.
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(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 CDPM 508.19(2.1)
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Compliance with this regulation is based
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐ solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
practice of this facility that pregnant
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the
incarcerated persons are not restrained while
policy shall include reference to the following:
in court.
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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. ☒ ☐ ☐
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1280 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY, AND CDPM 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
☐ ☒ ☐ If minors are held in the facility, even if
they are supervised by probation staff,
these sections apply and must be
inspected for compliance. Use probation
policy and documentation as necessary.
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.
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
0B
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
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☐ ☐ ☒
following:
(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
☐ ☐ ☒
established classification plan.
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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
3B
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☐ ☐ ☒
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
4B
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:3935
FACILITY NAME: Southwest Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: 2/99: ☒ 2001: 2005: 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
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
ROOM
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates; ☒
☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or ☒
☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
☒
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒
and ☐ ☐
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 Located on the second floor.
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
☒
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and bar cutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET Located on the second floor.
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
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 Personal property and institutional clothing are
not stored in this facility.
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 Lower-level holding cells have call buttons in
each cell. Upper-level cells have voice-
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and activated audio systems.
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.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Emergency power is provided by onsite
backup generators.
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
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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. ☐ ☐
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Weapons locker is located near the jail
entrances and in the sally port between
☒
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☐ ☐ holding cells and the courtroom.
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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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS– BIENNIAL INSPECTION
ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
BSCC Code: 3935
FACILITY: Southwest Justice Center TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
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
Court Holding First Floor – Courts – 2 courtrooms are on each floor that utilize the holding cells.
0B
Cell 1A Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 13’8” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
Cell 1B Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 13’8” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
Cell 1C Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 12’ x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
Cell 1D Holding 1999 1 (5) (5) 8’8” x 11’2” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 104”
Cell 1E Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 6’8” x 6’3” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 38”
Cell 1F Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 7’5” x 6’1” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 39”
Court Holding – Second Floor – Courts
1B
Cell 2A Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 13’8” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
Cell 2B Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 13’8” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
Cell 2C Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 11’2” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”.
Cell 2D Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 9’2” x 6’4” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 38”
Cell 2E Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 6’8” x 6’4” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 38”
Cell 2F Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 7’5” x 6’1” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 38”
Court Holding Third Floor – Courts
2B
Cell 3A Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 13’8” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
Cell 3B Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 13’8” x8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 77”
*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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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
Cell 3C Holding 1999 1 (4) (4) 6’4” x 12’ x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 78”
Cell 3D Holding 1999 1 (5) (5) 8’8” x 11’2” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 104”
Cell 3E Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 6’8” x 6’3” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 38”
Cell 3F Holding 1999 1 (2) (2) 7’4” x 6’2” x 8’3” 1 1 1
Note: Seating Capacity 42”
The court holding cells are rarely used. Typically inmates are held in the jury box. The Court Holding cells are clean and
well maintained, 1/2009;MW.
*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: 3937
FACILITY NAME: Sheriff Southwest Juvenile Court FACILITY TYPE: CHJ
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sgt. Irvine, Corporal Temple
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
Services.
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
include, but not be limited to:
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(b) jail operations liability;
Core training.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to completed the required training within six (6)
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be months of appointment with Court Services.
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher. all sworn staff.
Records reviewed show that all sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
are required to, and have completed, a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training
including an eight (8) hour Annual Jail
Training (AJT) module that incorporates the
required specialized correctional training
curriculum.
1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
☒ ☐ ☐
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation
and operation of the programs and activities required by
these regulations.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual jail training for all staff
emergency. includes emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
The holding cells adjacent to each courtroom
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that
are rarely utilized. If needed, incarcerated
include, but are not limited to, the following:
persons are placed in the holding cells for
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being
either a brief restroom break or a court recess.
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
through direct visual observation of all people held and ☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff reviewed a random sampling of
housed in the facility.
safety check logs from January 2025 to
December 2025.
Based on a review of agency policy and the
random sample of safety check logs, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
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(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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 CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be
All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training during a POST academy. The
training standards established by the Board for general
☒ ☐ ☐ Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO) conducts
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
quarterly Fire & Life Safety training for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
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(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
(RSDM)
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all Corrections Division Policy Manual
employees. (CDPM)
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in
☒ ☐ ☐
Penal Code Section 3407.
601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Transport
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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(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include CSM 601.06 - Duties
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.07- General Procedures
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
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(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
prevention program developed by the facility
monitoring are conducted in the detention
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
facility.
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
personnel.
BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
all sworn staff assigned to Court Services.
☒ ☐ ☐
Based on a review of agency policy and staff
training records, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed 24 consecutive months
(January 2024 – December 2025) of facility
fire inspection logs.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Date of Last Inspection: 02/11/2026.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
During the 2025 -2026 Inspection Cycle, there
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical ☒ ☐ ☐
were no incidents that required an incident
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee
report.
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
person.
Compliance with all sections of this regulation
is based solely on a review of agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
☒ ☐ ☐ care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death.
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
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(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
proceeded and classified appropriately.
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.
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(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is in the
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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: CSM 601.12
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in CSM 601.12
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(5) exercising of extremities. CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the CSM 601.12
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on CSM 601.12
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
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(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in CSM 601.12
restraints only with the approval of the facility
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention CSM 601.12
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within CSM 601.12
four hours of placement. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be CSM 601.12
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
with responsible health care staff determines that an
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the CSM 601.12
placement in restraints shall be documented and
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 508.19
Compliance with this regulation is based
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and practice of this facility that pregnant
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant incarcerated persons are not restrained while
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the in court.
policy shall include reference to the following:
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CSM 508.19 (2.1)
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) An incarcerated pregnant person in labor, during CSM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CSM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CSM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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 CSM 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
☒ ☐ ☐ apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
1047 SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF A MINOR Riverside County Sheriff’s Office
IN AN ADULT DETENTION FACILITY Corrections Division Policy Manual
(CDPM)
The facility administrator shall develop policy and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for notification of the court of jurisdiction and 510.10 Juveniles in Adult Court Holding
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 Riverside County Probation Department
Policy Manual (PDPM)
(a) The health administrator, in cooperation with the
☒ ☐ ☐
facility administrator, shall develop written policies and 996 – Care of Pregnant/Post-Partum
procedures pertaining to pregnant minors that address Youth
the requirements in Title 15, Section 1417.
(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the 996.7 Use of Restraints Involving
0B
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and Pregnant Youth
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 996.7 Use of Restraints Involving
delivery shall not be restrained by the use of leg ☒ ☐ ☐ Pregnant Youth
irons, waist chains, or handcuffs behind the body.
(2) A pregnant minor in labor, during delivery, or in 996.7 Use of Restraints Involving
recovery after delivery, shall not be restrained by the Pregnant Youth
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 996.7 Use of Restraints Involving
who is currently responsible for the medical care of a Pregnant Youth
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 996.7 Use of Restraints Involving
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☒ ☐ ☐ Pregnant Youth
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION CDPM 510.10.3.0
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☒ ☐ ☐
following:
(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 CDPM 510.10.3.1
☒ ☐ ☐
established classification plan.
(c) Secure non-public access, movement within and CDPM 510.10.4.0
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.
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TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
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 CDPM 510.10 Juveniles in Adult Court
3B
Holding
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☒ ☐ ☐
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 RCPD 942 Classification
4B
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:3937
FACILITY NAME: Southwest Juvenile Court FACILITY TYPE: CHJ
6/94: 2/99: 2001: 2005: 2008:
2010: ☒
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
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
ROOM
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates; ☒
☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or ☒
☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
☒
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒
and ☐ ☐
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 secured in the Court
Deputy staging area.
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
☒
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and bar cutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET
In Type II facilities, at least one securely lockable
☒
janitors’ closet with sufficient area for the storage of ☐ ☐
cleaning implements and supplies must be provided
within the security areas of the facility
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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 Personal property and institutional clothing are
not stored at this facility.
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 Both adult and juvenile holding cells have
inmate-activated audio alarms.
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound-
actuated audio monitoring system in temporary holding
cells or rooms, temporary staging cells or rooms, ☒
☐ ☐
sobering cells, safety cells, single and double
occupancy cells, dormitories, dayrooms, exercise
areas and correctional program/multipurpose space,
which is capable of alerting personnel who can respond
immediately.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Emergency backup power is supplied by
onsite generators.
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
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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. ☐ ☐
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Weapons lockers are located in the vehicle
sallyport and within the secure Court Deputy
☒ ☐
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☐ holding area.
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: 3937
FACILITY: Sheriff Southwest Juvenile Court TYPE: CHJ RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
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
Adult
1 & 2 H 2010 2 (4) (8) 7.5 x 11.4 x 10 1 1 1
Bench Space – 89” Irregular Cell (-4’.2” sq ft).
Juvenile
1 & 2 H 2010 (4) (8) 7.5 x 11.4 x 10 1 1 1
Bench Space – 89” Irregular Cell (-4’.2” sq ft).
*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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Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 3970
FACILITY NAME: Larson Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sgt. Ramos
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/10/2026
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1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
Services.
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
include, but not be limited to:
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(b) jail operations liability;
Core training.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to completed the required training within six (6)
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be months of appointment with Court Services.
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher. all sworn staff.
Records reviewed show that all sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
are required to, and have completed, a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training
including an eight (8) hour Annual Jail
Training (AJT) module that incorporates the
required specialized correctional training
curriculum.
1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
☒ ☐ ☐
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation
and operation of the programs and activities required by
these regulations.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual jail training for all staff
emergency. includes emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be It is the policy and practice of the Riverside
immediately available and accessible to such females. ☒ ☐ ☐ Sheriff’s Office (RSO) to ensure that at least
one (1) female employee is assigned to court
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
services at all times.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement At the time of the inspection, BSCC staff were
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that informed that security check logs are not
include, but are not limited to, the following: maintained by court security personnel. A
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being private security company is contracted to
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly monitor the cameras within the holding cells
through direct visual observation of all people held and and maintain the security check logs.
housed in the facility.
BSCC staff counseled the facility supervisor
that it is the responsibility of the RSO to
conduct security checks and maintain security
check logs.
☒ ☐ ☐ Prior to the completion of this inspection,
March 3, 2026, BSCC staff were provided a
training brief outlining the security check
responsibilities for RSO staff, a security check
log template, and a training brief outlining the
supervisory review protocols.
By the conclusion of the agency inspection,
BSCC staff reviewed daily safety check logs
from February 10, 2026, to March 3, 2026.
Based on a review of agency policy and
security check logs from the above-
mentioned dates, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
between safety checks. ☒ ☐ ☐
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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.
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1028 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STAFF CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the training during a POST academy. RSD
training standards established by the Board for general ☒ ☐ ☐ conducted quarterly Fire & Life Safety training
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)]. for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
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1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
(RSDM)
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all Corrections Division Policy Manual
employees. (CDPM)
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in
☒ ☐ ☐
Penal Code Section 3407.
601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Transport
(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include CSM 601.06 - Duties
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.07- General Procedures
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
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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(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
prevention program developed by the facility
monitoring are conducted in the detention
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
facility.
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
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(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
personnel.
BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
all sworn staff assigned to Court Services.
All court staff receive two hours of specialized
☒ ☐ ☐ suicide prevention training annually
Based on a review of agency policy and staff
training records, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed 24 consecutive months
(January 2024 – December 2025) of facility
fire inspection logs.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years;
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
During the 2025-2026 inspection cycle, there
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical ☒ ☐ ☐
were no incidents requiring an Incident
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee
Report.
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
person.
Compliance with this regulation is based
solely on a review of agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
☒ ☐ ☐ care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death.
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
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(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center, where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
processed for booking and classified
at the facility. The plan shall include receiving and ☒ ☐ ☐
appropriately.
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, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
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At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is in the
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ detention facility.
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
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1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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: CSM 601.12
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in CSM 601.12
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(5) exercising of extremities. CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the CSM 601.12
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on CSM 601.12
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in CSM 601.12
restraints only with the approval of the facility
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention CSM 601.12
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
placement.
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(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within CSM 601.12
four hours of placement. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be CSM 601.12
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
with responsible health care staff determines that an
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the CSM 601.12
placement in restraints shall be documented and
CSM 601.28
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Compliance with this regulation is based
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
practice of this facility that pregnant
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the
incarcerated persons are not restrained while
policy shall include reference to the following:
in court.
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
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1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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 CDPM 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the Inmate cleaning crews are on site every
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule Friday for facility cleaning.
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
☐ ☒ ☐ If minors are held in the facility, even if
they are supervised by probation staff,
these sections apply and must be
inspected for compliance. Use probation
policy and documentation as necessary.
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.
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
0B
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
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☐ ☐ ☒
following:
(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
☐ ☐ ☒
established classification plan.
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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
3B
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☐ ☐ ☒
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
4B
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: 3970
FACILITY NAME: Larson Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: ☒ 2/99: 2001: 2005: 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/10/2026
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
ROOM
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates; ☒
☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or ☒
☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
☒
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒
and ☐ ☐
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 secured in the Court
Deputy holding area.
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
☒
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and bar cutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET
In Type II facilities, at least one securely lockable
☒
janitors’ closet with sufficient area for the storage of ☐ ☐
cleaning implements and supplies must be provided
within the security areas of the facility
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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 Personal items and institutional clothing are
not stored in this facility.
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 BSCC staff determined noncompliance due to
the lack of inmate/sound-activated audio
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and monitoring systems in the holding cells.
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.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Backup generators on site for emergency
power sources.
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 Confidential attorney rooms onsite and
available as needed.
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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. ☐ ☐
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Weapons lockers are located in the secure
deputy staging area and in the vehicle
☒
A secure weapons locker shall be located outside the ☐ ☐ sallyport.
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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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS – BIENNIAL INSPECTION
ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
BSCC Code: 3970
FACILITY: Larson Justice Center TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/10/2026
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
2E Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 8. Typically used for Family Court Proceedings; MW 2007.
2F Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 8.
2G Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Three benches rated for 8, now being used for Family law Ct. MW 1/2009.
2H Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Three benches rated for 8.
2J Holding 1994 1 0 (9) (9) 8’ x 14’ 1 1 1
Note: 7’6” and 6’ benches.
2K Holding 1994 1 0 (9) (9) 8’ x 14’ 1 1 1
Note: 7’6” and 6’ benches
3M Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 8.
3N Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 8.
3P Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 8.
3R Holding 1994 1 0 (8) (8) 8’ x 10’6” 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 8.
3S Holding 1994 1 0 (9) (9) 8’ x 12’ 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 9.
3T Holding 1994 1 0 (9) (9) 8’ x 12’ 1 1 1
Note: Rated for 9.
The Court Holding cells are typically empty because the inmates are held in the jury box of the court room.
*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: 3974
FACILITY NAME: Banning Courthouse FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sgt. Irvine, Corporal Sasser
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/11/2026
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
Services.
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
include, but not be limited to:
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(b) jail operations liability;
Core training.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to completed the required training within six (6)
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be months of appointment with Court Services.
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher. all sworn staff.
Records reviewed show that all sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
are required to, and have completed, a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training
including an eight (8) hour Annual Jail
Training (AJT) module that incorporates the
required specialized correctional training
curriculum.
1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
☒ ☐ ☐
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation
and operation of the programs and activities required by
these regulations.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual jail training for all staff
emergency. includes emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement The holding cells adjacent to each courtroom
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that are rarely utilized. If needed, incarcerated
include, but are not limited to, the following: persons are placed in the holding cells for
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being either a brief restroom break or a court recess.
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
through direct visual observation of all people held and ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed a random sampling of
housed in the facility. safety check logs from January 2025 to
December 2025.
Based on a review of agency policy and the
random sample of safety check logs, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
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(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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 CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be
All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training during a POST academy. The
training standards established by the Board for general
☒ ☐ ☐ Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO) conducts
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
quarterly Fire & Life Safety training for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
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(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
(RSDM)
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all Corrections Division Policy Manual
employees. (CDPM)
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in
☒ ☐ ☐
Penal Code Section 3407.
601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Transport
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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(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include CSM 601.06 - Duties
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.07- General Procedures
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons, CSM 601.07- General Procedures
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
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(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
prevention program developed by the facility
monitoring are conducted in the detention
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
facility.
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
personnel.
BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
all sworn staff assigned to Court Services.
☒ ☐ ☐
Based on a review of agency policy and staff
training records, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed 24 consecutive months
(January 2024 – December 2025) of facility
fire inspection logs.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Last Inspection Date: 9/5/2024.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
During the 2025-2026 inspection cycle, there
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
was one (1) Incident Report
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical
☒ ☐ ☐
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee
The report reviewed contained all the required
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
information, including the names of the
person.
involved parties, a description of the incident,
date and time of the occurrence, and the
actions taken by sheriff’s personnel.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
☒ ☐ ☐ care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death.
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
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(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center, where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
processed and classified appropriately.
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.
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(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is in the
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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: CSM 601.12
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in CSM 601.12
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(5) exercising of extremities. CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the CSM 601.12
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on CSM 601.12
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
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(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in CSM 601.12
restraints only with the approval of the facility
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention CSM 601.12
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within CSM 601.12
four hours of placement. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be CSM 601.12
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
with responsible health care staff determines that an
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the CSM 601.12
placement in restraints shall be documented and
CSM 601.28
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Compliance with this regulation is based
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
practice of this facility that pregnant
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the
incarcerated persons are not restrained while
policy shall include reference to the following:
in court.
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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) An incarcerated pregnant person in labor, during CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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 CDPM 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
☐ ☒ ☐ If minors are held in the facility, even if
they are supervised by probation staff,
these sections apply and must be
inspected for compliance. Use probation
policy and documentation as necessary.
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.
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
0B
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
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☐ ☐ ☒
following:
(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
☐ ☐ ☒
established classification plan.
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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
3B
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☐ ☐ ☒
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
4B
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:3974
FACILITY NAME: Banning Courthouse FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: 2/99: 2001: 2005: 2008: ☒ 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/11/2026
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
ROOM
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates; ☒
☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or ☒
☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
☒
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒
and ☐ ☐
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 secured in the Court
Deputy's secure staging area.
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
☒
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and bar cutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET
In Type II facilities, at least one securely lockable
☒
janitors’ closet with sufficient area for the storage of ☐ ☐
cleaning implements and supplies must be provided
within the security areas of the facility
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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 Personal items and institutional clothing are
not stored in this facility.
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
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound-
actuated audio monitoring system in temporary holding
cells or rooms, temporary staging cells or rooms, ☒
☐ ☐
sobering cells, safety cells, single and double
occupancy cells, dormitories, dayrooms, exercise
areas and correctional program/multipurpose space,
which is capable of alerting personnel who can respond
immediately.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Emergency backup power is supplied by
onsite generators.
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
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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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 Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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 Confirmed during onsite 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 Confirmed during onsite 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 ☐ ☐
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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 Confirmed during onsite 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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER
☒
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: 3974
FACILITY: Banning Courthouse TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/11/2026
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
Basement
1-4 Holding 2008 4 (4) (16) 55 sq. ft 1 1 1
Bench Space – all 8 cells are a mirror image, cells 1-4 have 88 inches of bench space and 9ft. ceiling height. RC is limited due
to bench space available.
5-8 Holding 2008 4 (6) (24) 85 sq. ft. 1 1 1
Bench Space – cells 5-8 have 120 inches of bench space (two benches in each cell) and 9 ft/ ceiling height. RC is limited due
to bench space available.
9-10 Holding 2008 2 (6) (12) 7.5 x 14.6 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space – cells 9 and 10 have 120 inches of bench space (two benches in each cell). RC is limited due to bench space
available.
Holding
11-12 Holding 2008 2 (4) (8) 7.9 x 6 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space – 72 inches of bench space. RC is limited due to bench space available.
13-14 Holding 2008 2 (4) (8) 7.5 x 9.5 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space – 88 inches of bench space. RC is limited due to bench space available.
Notes: 2 attorney visiting rooms available.
First Floor
1 Holding 2008 1 (2) (2) 8.1 x 7.10 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space – 53 inches of bench space.
2 Holding 2008 1 (5) (5) 8.1 x 7.10 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space – 98 inches of bench space.
Second Floor
Between Courtrooms 310 and 320
1 Holding 2008 1 (5) (5) 8.2 x 7.10 x 9 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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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
Bench Space- cell 1 has 98 inches of bench space.
2 Holding 2008 1 (2) (2) 8.1 x 7.9 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space - 53 inches of bench space. RC is limited based on bench space available.
Between Courtrooms 330 and 340
3 Holding 2008 1 (5) (5) 8.2 x 7.10 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space- 98 inches of bench space.
4 Holding 2008 1 (2) (2) 8.1 x 7.9 x 9 1 1 1
Bench Space - 53 inches of bench space. RC is limited based on bench space available.
Notes:
*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: 3975
FACILITY NAME: Blythe Court FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Deputy Huizinga
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/10/2026
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
Services.
include, but not be limited to:
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(b) jail operations liability;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
Core training.
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core completed the required training within six (6)
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to months of appointment with Court Services.
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 CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
☒ ☐ ☐
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional
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.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
☒ ☐ ☐
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation
and operation of the programs and activities required by
these regulations.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual training for all staff includes
emergency. emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement There are two (2) holding cells in this facility.
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that The cells are only utilized for infrequent
include, but are not limited to, the following: supervised restroom breaks.
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being
☒ ☐ ☐
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly Daily logs are generated, indicating that either
through direct visual observation of all people held and a cell remained empty or that a cell was
housed in the facility. utilized for a supervised restroom break.
Compliance with this regulation was based on
a review of agency policy.
(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
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(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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 CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the training during a POST academy. The
training standards established by the Board for general ☒ ☐ ☐ Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO) conducts
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)]. quarterly Fire & Life Safety training for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
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(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
(RSDM)
policy and procedures manual shall address all
Corrections Division Policy Manual
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
(CDPM)
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in ☒ ☐ ☐ 601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Penal Code Section 3407. Transport
(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include CSM 601.06 - Duties
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
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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(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.07- General Procedures
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO)
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
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1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
The Court Holding Facility is attached to the
prevention program developed by the facility
Blythe County Jail.
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health
☒ ☐ ☐
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
present a suicide risk. monitoring are conducted in the detention
The program shall include the following: facility.
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
personnel.
BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
all sworn staff assigned to Court Services.
☒ ☐ ☐
Based on a review of agency policy and staff
training records, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility At the time of the BSCC inspection, the Fire
administrator shall consult with the local fire department Suppression System for the Blythe
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire Courthouse was inoperable due to a massive
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression system failure. The Riverside County Fire
which shall include, but not be limited to: Marshal, along with representatives from the
County of Riverside Court Facilities, is
☒ ☐ ☐ working in collaboration to find a solution for
the equipment failure.
A private security company has been
contracted to be on site 24 hours per day,
seven days per week, to monitor any fire
hazards on site. 30-minute facility walk-
throughs are conducted and documented by
the security staff.
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐
Please see note above.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Date of Last Inspection: 06/26/2025
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
During the 2025-2026 inspection cycle, there
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical ☒ ☐ ☐
were no incidents requiring an Incident
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee
Report.
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
person.
Compliance with this regulation is based
solely on a review of agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
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1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
☒ ☐ ☐ care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death.
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
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1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center, where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
processed for booking and classified
at the facility. The plan shall include receiving and ☒ ☐ ☐
appropriately.
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, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
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Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is located
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ in the detention facility.
protecting the welfare of incarcerated people and facility
staff.
Note: Subsections (b) through (e) do not apply and have
been deleted.
1057 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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: CSM 601.12
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in CSM 601.12
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(5) exercising of extremities. CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the CSM 601.12
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
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(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on CSM 601.12
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in CSM 601.12
restraints only with the approval of the facility
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention CSM 601.12
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within CSM 601.12
four hours of placement. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be CSM 601.12
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
with responsible health care staff determines that an
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the CSM 601.12
placement in restraints shall be documented and
CSM 601.28
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 CDPM 508.19
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Compliance with this regulation is based
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
practice of this facility that pregnant
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the
incarcerated persons are not restrained while
policy shall include reference to the following:
in court.
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(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
☐ ☒ ☐ If minors are held in the facility, even if
they are supervised by probation staff,
these sections apply and must be
inspected for compliance. Use probation
policy and documentation as necessary.
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.
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
0B
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
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☐ ☐ ☒
following:
(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
☐ ☐ ☒
established classification plan.
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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
3B
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☐ ☐ ☒
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
4B
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:3975
FACILITY NAME: Blythe Court FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: ☒ 2/99: 2001: 2005: 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply):
2013: 2017: 2019:
☐ ☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/10/2026
X
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 Confirmed during onsite inspections.
ROOM
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates; ☒
☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or ☒
☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
☒
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒
and ☐ ☐
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 and under the
control of Court Deputies.
A secure area shall be provided for the storage of
☒
safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, self- ☐ ☐
contained breathing apparatus, wire and bar cutters,
emergency lights, etc.
1231.2.20 JANITORS’ CLOSET
In Type II facilities, at least one securely lockable
☒
janitors’ closet with sufficient area for the storage of ☐ ☐
cleaning implements and supplies must be provided
within the security areas of the facility
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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 Personal items and institutional clothing are
not stored in the courthouse or holding cells.
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 Each holding cell has an inmate-activated
alarm button and a camera addition. The court
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and holding area has 3 monitoring stations where
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound- staff can respond to audio alarms.
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 The entire facility is equipped with backup
generators in the event of a loss of 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 The law library, adjacent to Holding Cell #2, is
used for confidential attorney/client
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒ conferences.
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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. ☐ ☐
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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 Confirmed during onsite inspections.
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 Confirmed during onsite inspections.
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 Confirmed during onsite inspections.
☒
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. ☐ ☐
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Weapons lockers are located in the court
deputy secure area and the sallyport.
☒
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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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS - BIENNIAL INSPECTION
ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
BSCC Code: 3975
FACILITY: Blythe Court TYPE: CH RC (0)
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/10/2026
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
1 Holding 1994 1 0 (4) (4) 11.5 x 8.0 1 1 1
NOTE: 81” of Bench
2 Holding 1994 1 0 (2) (2) 8.0 x 7.0 1 1 1
NOTE: 41” of Bench
Interview room is available in law library adjacent to cell #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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COURT HOLDING FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 4051
FACILITY NAME: Menifee Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: CH
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Sgt. Irvine, Corporal Gomez
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS2
1024 COURT HOLDING AND TEMPORARY CSM 601.05
HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING CDPM 503.06
At a minimum, all supervisors of and personnel who
BSCC staff reviewed training records for all
supervise incarcerated persons in, a Court Holding or
sworn deputies currently assigned to Court
Temporary Holding facility shall complete eight hours of
Services.
specialized corrections training. Such training shall
include, but not be limited to:
Records reviewed reflected that all sworn
(a) applicable minimum jail standards;
staff completed the 80-hour supplemental
(b) jail operations liability;
Core training.
(c) separation of incarcerated persons;
(d) emergency procedures and planning, fire and life ☒ ☐ ☐
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 CSM 601.05
in any event not more than six months after the date of
assigned responsibility. Successful completion of Core Records reviewed confirmed that sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
training or supplemental Core training, pursuant to completed the required training within six (6)
Section 1020, Corrections Officer Core Course, may be months of appointment with Court Services.
substituted for the initial eight hours of training.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
2 Excerpts from facility policies, procedures, or other reference documents are indicated in italicized text.
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A total of eight hours of refresher training shall be CSM 601.05
completed every two years. Successful completion of the
requirements in Section 1025, Continuing Professional BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
Training may be substituted for the eight-hour refresher. all sworn staff.
Records reviewed show that all sworn staff
☒ ☐ ☐
are required to, and have completed, a
minimum of 24 hours of refresher training
including an eight (8) hour Annual Jail
Training (AJT) module that incorporates the
required specialized correctional training
curriculum.
1027 NUMBER OF PERSONNEL CDPM 501.20
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
☒ ☐ ☐
each local detention facility to ensure the implementation
and operation of the programs and activities required by
these regulations.
Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be at CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
least one employee on duty at all times in a local
detention facility or in the building which houses a local All custodial staff are trained in fire and life
detention facility who shall be immediately available and ☒ ☐ ☐ safety protocols in their initial CORE
accessible to incarcerated people in the event of an Academy. Annual jail training for all staff
emergency. includes emergency preparedness, fire, and
evacuation drills.
Such an employee shall not have any other duties which CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
would conflict with the supervision and care of ☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated people in the event of an emergency.
Whenever one or more females are in custody, there CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
shall be at least one female employee who shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
immediately available and accessible to such females.
Note: Reference PC § 4021.
In order to determine if there is a sufficient number of CDPM 601.22 Section 2.0
personnel for a specific facility, the facility administrator
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 CDPM 601.22
The facility administrator shall develop and implement This is a new facility. Open date: July 2024.
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that During the 2025-2026 inspection cycle, there
include, but are not limited to, the following: were only two instances where incarcerated
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-being persons were held in a holding cell.
of individuals and shall be conducted at least hourly
through direct visual observation of all people held and ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed safety check logs for the
housed in the facility. two occurrences.
Based on a review of agency policy and the
safety check logs for the two times when the
holding cells were utilized, BSCC staff
determined that the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
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(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
between safety checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety cells, CDPM 601.22
and restraints shall occur more frequently as outlined in
☒ ☐ ☐
section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 of these
regulations.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
intervals.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the CDPM 601.22
documentation of all safety checks. Documentation shall
include: ☒ ☐ ☐
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety
check occurred;
(2) the location where each individual safety check CDPM 601.22
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory ☒ ☐ ☐
number; and,
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff CDPM 601.22
☒ ☐ ☐
who completed the safety check(s).
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are CDPM 601.22
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 CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
(a) Whenever there is a person in custody, there shall be
All sworn staff complete Fire & Life Safety
at least one person on duty at all times who meets the
training during a POST academy. The
training standards established by the Board for general
☒ ☐ ☐ Riverside Sheriff’s Office (RSO) conducts
fire and life safety. [Penal Code section 6030(c)].
quarterly Fire & Life Safety training for all staff.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined the agency is compliant with
all sections of this regulation.
The facility manager shall ensure that there is at least one CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
person on duty who trained in fire and life safety ☒ ☐ ☐
procedures that relate specifically to the facility.
(b) The facility administrator, in conjunction with the CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
health authority, shall develop and implement policies
and procedures consistent with the requirements of Penal
Code Section 6048(b) that require correctional officers
☒ ☐ ☐
certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to begin
CPR on a nonresponsive person without obtaining
approval from supervisors or medical staff, when it is safe
and appropriate to do so.
These policies shall cover the following key elements: CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Acceptable CPR methods and application.
(2) Correctional officers shall be certified in CPR and a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
copy of the certification shall be on file in the facility or at ☒ ☐ ☐
a central location and available for review.
(3) Correctional officers shall immediately summon CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical aid when a person is identified as nonresponsive
and shall administer CPR unless the correctional officer ☒ ☐ ☐
is aware of a known medical condition(s) that would
contraindicate its use.
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(4) Correctional officers shall use personal protective CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
equipment when administering CPR whenever possible
☒ ☐ ☐
to reduce exposure to bodily fluids or bloodborne
pathogens that may contain disease-causing agents.
(5) If an imminent physical danger prevents a CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
correctional officer from safely administering CPR, they
shall begin or resume CPR as soon as the threat has
☒ ☐ ☐
passed, or the nonresponsive person has been safely
removed from danger, provided medical aid has not yet
arrived.
(6) The correctional officer shall continue administering CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
CPR, absent imminent physical danger, until the
nonresponsive person shows obvious signs of life, such
☒ ☐ ☐
as normal breathing or physical or verbal responses, or
until medical staff or alternative medical responders
arrive and take over.
(7) In situations where medical staff or alternative CDPM 505.05 Section 4.0
medical responders are present when a person is
☒ ☐ ☐
identified as nonresponsive, correctional officers shall
defer CPR to those individuals.
1029 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL3 Court Services Policy/Procedures Manual
(CSM)
Facility administrator(s) shall develop and publish a
manual of policy and procedures for the facility. The
Riverside Sheriff’s Department Manual
policy and procedures manual shall address all
(RSDM)
applicable Title 15 and Title 24 regulations and shall be
comprehensively reviewed and updated at least every ☒ ☐ ☐
two years. Such a manual shall be made available to all Corrections Division Policy Manual
employees. (CDPM)
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 RSDM
following:
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Table of organization, including channels of
communications.
(2) Inspections and operations reviews by the facility CDPM 502.04 - Facility Inspections
☒ ☐ ☐
administrator/manager.
(3) Policy on the use of force that meets current state CSM 601.37 - Non-Compliant Inmates
and federal legal requirements and includes
☒ ☐ ☐
prohibition of the use of carotid restraint and choke
holds.
(4) Policy on the use of restraint equipment, including CSM 601.28 - Restraints
the restraint of pregnant persons as referenced in
☒ ☐ ☐
Penal Code Section 3407.
601.12 -Custodial Situations and Prisoner
Transport
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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(6) Security and control including physical counts and CSM 601.06 - Duties
searches of the facility and incarcerated persons,
contraband control, and key control.
CSM 601.12 - Custodial Situations
Each facility administrator shall, at least annually,
review, evaluate, and make a record of security ☒ ☐ ☐
measures. The review and evaluation shall include CSM 601.06 - Duties
internal and external security measures of the facility
including security measures specific to prevention of
sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
(7) Emergency procedures include: CSM 601.28 1.0 - Escape
(A) fire suppression preplan as required by ☒ ☐ ☐
section 1032 of these regulations;
(B) escape, disturbances, and the taking of CSM 601.28 1.0- Escape
hostages;
☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.07- General Procedures
CSM 601.17- Hostage Situations
(C) mass arrests; CSM 601.07- General Procedures
☒ ☐ ☐
(D) natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.15- Earthquake
(E) periodic testing of emergency equipment; CSM 601.06- Duties
☒ ☐ ☐
and,
(F) storage, issue, and use of weapons,
ammunition, chemical agents, and related ☒ ☐ ☐
security devices.
(8) Suicide Prevention. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(9) Separation of incarcerated persons. CDPM 504.02 Admin. Segregation
☒ ☐ ☐
(10) Zero tolerance in the prevention of sexual abuse CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault
and sexual harassment.
☒ ☐ ☐ CDPM 507.11 Orientation
CDPM 508.10 Medical Screening/Medical
Release
(11) Policy and procedure to detect, prevent, and CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
respond to retaliation against any staff or person after ☒ ☐ ☐ 16.0. 20.0
reporting any abuse.
(12) Release policy, including release planning for CDPM 504.10 Intake/Release
☒ ☐ ☐
incarcerated persons.
(c) The manual for court holding facilities shall include all CSM – Court Services Manual
of the procedures listed in subsection (a), except number ☒ ☐ ☐
(5) (which has been deleted).
(e) The manual for Temporary Holding, Court Holding, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault section 8.0,
Type I, II, III, and IV facilities shall provide for, but not be 16.0. 20.0
limited to, the following:
(1) multiple internal ways for incarcerated people to
privately report sexual abuse and sexual
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment, retaliation by other incarcerated
persons or staff for reporting sexual abuse and
sexual harassment, and staff neglect or violation of
responsibilities that may have contributed to such
incidents,
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(2) a method for uninvolved incarcerated persons, CDPM 501.24 Sexual Assault; section 8.0,
family, community members, and other interested 16.0. 20.0
third parties to report sexual abuse or sexual ☒ ☐ ☐
harassment. The method for reporting shall be The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department
publicly posted at the facility. Webpage has a reporting mechanism.
1030 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The facility shall have a comprehensive written suicide
Mental health evaluation, treatment, and
prevention program developed by the facility
monitoring are conducted in the detention
administrator or designee, in conjunction with the health ☒ ☐ ☐
facility.
authority and mental health director, to identify, monitor,
and provide treatment to those incarcerated persons who
present a suicide risk.
The program shall include the following:
(a) Annual suicide prevention training for all custodial CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
personnel.
BSCC staff reviewed 2025 training records for
all sworn staff assigned to Court Services.
☒ ☐ ☐
Based on a review of agency policy and staff
training records, BSCC staff determined that
the agency is compliant with all sections of
this regulation.
(b) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
intake and prior to housing assignment.
(c) Suicide prevention screening during special CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
situations, including placement in restrictive housing,
☒ ☐ ☐
following a hearing, and after a transfer or change in
classification.
(d) Provisions facilitating communication among CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
arresting/transporting officers, facility staff, court staff,
☒ ☐ ☐
medical and mental health personnel in relation to suicide
risk.
(e) Housing recommendations for people at risk of suicide CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
that balance safety and environment. The least restrictive ☒ ☐ ☐
environment should be considered.
(f) Supervision depending on level of suicide risk. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(g) Suicide attempt and suicide intervention policies and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures.
(h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicides CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
attempts.
(i) Multi-disciplinary administrative review of suicides and CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
attempted suicides as defined by the facility
administrator, including the development of a corrective ☒ ☐ ☐
action plan to address deficiencies identified in the
administrative review.
(j) Provisions for follow up care as needed. CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
(k) Plan for mental health consultation following return CDPM 508.15 Suicide Prevention Program
☒ ☐ ☐
from court as determined by the mental health director.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING CSM 601.16
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire suppression
which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local CSM 601.16
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 CSM 601.16
basis with two year retention of the inspection record;
☒ ☐ ☐
BSCC staff reviewed monthly fire inspection
logs from July 2024 to February 2026.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and CSM 601.16
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires ☒ ☐ ☐
inspections at least once every two years; Last Inspection Date: April 2024.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ CSM 601.16
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated CSM 601.16
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire.
1044 INCIDENT REPORTS CSM 601.22
CSM 601.22
Each facility administrator shall develop written policies
and procedures for the maintenance of written records
☒ ☐ ☐ During the 25-26 inspection cycle, there were
and reporting of all incidents which result in physical
no incident reports to review.
harm, or serious threat of physical harm, to an employee
or incarcerated person of a detention facility or other
Compliance with this regulation is based
person.
solely on a review of agency policy.
Such records shall include the names of the persons CSM 601.22
involved, a description of the incident, the actions taken, ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
and the date and time of the occurrence.
Such a written record shall be prepared by the staff CSM 601.22
assigned to investigate the incident and submitted to the ☒ ☐ ☐
CSM 601.22
facility manager or designee.
1046 DEATH IN CUSTODY CSM 601.36
(a) The facility administrator shall develop written policy
A review team comprised of the Chief of
and procedures to comply with the in-custody death
Police or designee, the health administrator,
reporting requirements of Government Code section
the responsible physician, and other health
12525. The facility administrator shall submit a copy of
care and supervisory staff who were relevant
the report filed pursuant to section 12525 to the BSCC
to the incident shall conduct a review of the
within 10 days of an in-custody death. ☒ ☐ ☐
incident.
Based on a review of agency policy, BSCC
staff determined that the agency is compliant
with all sections of this regulation.
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(b) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the CSM 601.36
health administrator, shall develop written policy and
procedures to conduct an initial review and complete a
written report of every in-custody death within 30 days of
the death. The team that conducts the initial review shall ☒ ☐ ☐
include, at a minimum, the facility administrator or
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 CSM 601.36
appropriateness of clinical care; whether changes to
☒ ☐ ☐
policies, procedures, or practices are warranted; and to
identify issues that require further study.
(c) The facility administrator shall submit a copy of the CSM 601.36
initial review report of every in-custody death to the BSCC
within 60 days of the death. The facility administrator shall
☒ ☐ ☐
provide a copy of the initial review report that comports
with the disclosure requirements of section 832.10 of the
Penal Code.
The initial review report shall contain the following CSM 601.36
information:
(1) Demographic information
(A) Full name of the decedent
(B) Date of birth
(C) Date of death
(D) Time of death
(E) Gender
(F) Race and ethnicity
(G) Relevant medical history
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) Facility Information
(A) Name and location of the detention facility
(B) Description of the location where the death
occurred within the facility
(C) Date and time of the incident
(D) Detention facility personnel (including names
and roles) involved in the reporting of the death
or incident
(3) Any relevant circumstances leading up to death,
including behavioral health or medical issues.
(d) In any case in which a minor dies while detained in a CDPM 510.10
jail, lockup, or court holding facility the BSCC may inspect
and evaluate the jail, lockup, or court holding facility
pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter within 30
calendar days of the death. Any inquiry made by the
Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations.
1050 CLASSIFICATION PLAN CSM 601.12
(b) Each administrator of a court holding facility shall
All court remands are transported directly to
establish and implement a written plan designed to
the detention center where they are
provide for the safety of staff and people held and housed
proceeded and classified appropriately.
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.
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(c) In deciding housing and programming assignments, CSM 601.12
the agency shall consider on a case-by-case basis
whether a placement would ensure the health and safety
of the incarcerated person, and whether the placement ☒ ☐ ☐
would present management or security problems. A
person’s own views with respect to their own safety shall
be given serious consideration.
1051 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Medical screening occurs at the detention
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
facility upon booking and processing.
procedures specifying those symptoms that require
medical isolation of an incarcerated person until a
medical evaluation is completed
At the time of intake into the facility, an inquiry shall be CSM 601.12
made of the person being booked as to whether the
person has or has had any communicable diseases, such
Evaluation occurs at the detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Upon remand, all individuals are transported
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and ☒ ☐ ☐
to the detention facility where medical and
procedures to identify and evaluate all incarcerated
mental health evaluations are conducted.
people who may be in behavioral crisis. Evaluation of
behavioral crisis may include telehealth.
If an evaluation from medical or mental health staff is not
readily available, an incarcerated person shall be CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
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 CSM 601.12
☒ ☐ ☐
safety of the person in crisis or others.
1053 ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATION CSM 601.08
Except for Type IV facilities, facility administrators shall ☒ ☐ ☐
develop and implement policies and procedures for the
administrative separation of incarcerated people.
Policies and procedures must include: CSM 601.08
(a) Administrative separation may consist of separate
housing but shall not involve any other deprivation of
Administrative segregation housing is in the
privileges than is necessary to obtain the objective of
☒ ☐ ☐ detention facility.
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 CSM 601.12
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐
procedures for the identification and evaluation,
appropriate classification and housing, protection, and
nondiscrimination of all incarcerated persons with
developmental disabilities.
The health authority or designee shall contact the CSM 601.12
regional center for any incarcerated person suspected or
confirmed to have a developmental disability for the ☒ ☐ ☐
purposes of diagnosis or treatment within 24 hours of
such determination, excluding holidays and weekends.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES CSM 601.12
CSM 601.28
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
Long-term restraints are not used in the Court
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
Holding Facility. Inmates who need restraints
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
are directly transported back to their detention
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated person ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
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: CSM 601.12
(1) acceptable restraint devices; ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in CSM 601.12
immediate medical/mental health referral; availability ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(5) exercising of extremities. CSM 601.12
☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the CSM 601.12
following requirements:
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment
or as a substitute for treatment.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on CSM 601.12
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-escalation
☐ ☐ ☒ CSM 601.28
techniques, have been attempted and are deemed
ineffective.
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(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in CSM 601.12
restraints only with the approval of the facility
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention CSM 601.12
shall be secured within one hour from the time of ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
placement.
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within CSM 601.12
four hours of placement. ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be CSM 601.12
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
with responsible health care staff determines that an
CSM 601.28
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 CSM 601.12
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended ☐ ☐ ☒
CSM 601.28
maximum time limits for placement.
(11) All events and information related to the CSM 601.12
placement in restraints shall be documented and
CSM 601.28
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
Compliance with this regulation is based
responsible physician, shall develop written policies and
☒ ☐ ☐ solely on a review of agency policy. It is the
procedures for the use of restraint devices on pregnant
practice of this facility that pregnant
people. In accordance with Penal Code Section 3407, the
incarcerated persons are not restrained while
policy shall include reference to the following:
in court.
(1) An incarcerated person known to be pregnant or CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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) An incarcerated pregnant person in labor, during CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
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 CDPM 508.19 (2.1)
pregnancy, they shall be advised, orally or in writing,
☒ ☐ ☐
of the standards and policies governing incarcerated
pregnant people.
1068 ACCESS TO COURTS AND COUNSEL CDPM 504.35
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 501.04 Cleaning/Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
During the onsite inspection, BSCC staff
The facility administrator shall develop written policies observed clean, litter-free holding cells.
and procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable
☒ ☐ ☐
level of cleanliness, repair and safety throughout the
facility. Such a plan shall provide for a regular schedule
of housekeeping tasks and inspections to identify and
correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices
which may be found.
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DETENTION OF MINORS
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
Are minors held in a cell or other secure portion of If YES, the following sections, including
the Court Holding facility? those summarized in Title 15, Article 10,
apply (Minors in Court Holding Facilities).
☐ ☒ ☐ If minors are held in the facility, even if
they are supervised by probation staff,
these sections apply and must be
inspected for compliance. Use probation
policy and documentation as necessary.
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.
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
0B
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
1 s B hall be advised, orally or in writing, of the standards ☐ ☐ ☒
and policies governing pregnant minors.
1161 CONDITIONS OF DETENTION
2B
Court holding facilities shall be designed to provide the
☐ ☐ ☒
following:
(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
☐ ☐ ☒
established classification plan.
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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
3B
A sufficient number of personnel shall be employed in
each facility to permit unscheduled safety checks of all
☐ ☐ ☒
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
4B
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: 4051
FACILITY NAME: Menifee Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: CH
6/94: 2/99: 2001: 2005: 2008: 2010:
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
(Check All That Apply): 2013: 2017: 2019: ☒
☐ ☐
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
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
ROOM
☒ ☐
A temporary holding cell or room shall: ☐
1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet (0.93 m2)
of floor area per inmate;
2. Be limited to no more than 16 inmates; ☒
☐ ☐
3. Be no smaller than 40 square feet (3.7 m2) and
have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet (2438 mm) or ☒
☐ ☐
more;
4. Contain seating to accommodate all inmates as
☒
required in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking
☒
fountain as specified in Section 1231.3; ☐ ☐
6. Maximize visual supervision of inmates by staff;
☒
and ☐ ☐
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 the Sheriff’s
administrative locker.
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 Located in the Supply Storage Room # M136.
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
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 Personal property and institutional clothing are
not held in this facility.
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 Holding Cells 1 & 2 contain inmate-actuated
monitoring systems.
In court holding, temporary holding, Type I, Type II and
Type II facilities there shall be an inmate- or sound-
actuated audio monitoring system in temporary holding
cells or rooms, temporary staging cells or rooms, ☒
☐ ☐
sobering cells, safety cells, single and double
occupancy cells, dormitories, dayrooms, exercise
areas and correctional program/multipurpose space,
which is capable of alerting personnel who can respond
immediately.
1231.2.24 EMERGENCY POWER Emergency power is provided by a backup
battery power system.
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
All facilities except Type IV facilities shall include ☒
☐ ☐
attorney interview areas which provide for confidential
consultation with inmates.
1231.3.1 TOILETS/URINALS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells toilets/urinals must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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. ☐ ☐
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1231.3.2 WASH BASINS Confirmed during onsite inspection.
4. In temporary holding cells and temporary staging ☒
☐ ☐
cells, wash basins must be provided in a ratio to
inmates of 1:16.
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 Confirmed during onsite 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
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
☒
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 Cell #1 – Bench 50”.
☒
bench is seating for one person. ☐ ☐ Cell #2 – Bench 50”.
1231.3.12 WEAPONS LOCKER Each floor (4) contains a weapons locker.
☒
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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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS- BIENNIAL INSPECTION
ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
BSCC Code: 4051
FACILITY: Menifee Justice Center TYPE: CH RC: 0
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Traci Kessler DATE: 02/13/2026
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
Secure Holding 2019 1 (3) (3) 8’ X 8’9” X8’9” 1 1 1
Holding #1
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds BRC BRC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Secure Holding 2019 1 (3) (3) 8’ X 9’ 11” X 8’ 1 1 1
Holding #2 11”
Notes: Benches are 4' 6” long in both holding cells. 54” total = RC (3) per holding cell.
*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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