Escape - High Security
An escape is defined as any unlawful leaving of a courtroom, court lockup, or transportation vehicle, or from a deputy sheriff or civilian employee of this Department having lawful custody of the individual.
Escape - Attempt
Any interrupted effort to escape resulting in the capture of the inmate prior to the completion of the escape, from the confines of a courtroom, lockup or detention area.
Note: Courtroom being defined as any area inside the courtroom before the hallway doors.
Note: Lockup being defined as any area inside the lockup before the exit to a public area.
Note: Detention Area being defined as any space occupied by an inmate, either secured or unsecured but under the direct supervision of a deputy sheriff or civilian employee of this Department having lawful custody of the individual.
Note: In custody inmates from local law enforcement agencies that are left at a Superior Court for arraignment are in the temporary custody and control of the Sheriff. An attempt escape or escape of these inmates are the responsibility of the Sheriff’s Department.