Reference: CCR Title 15 Section 1144, CDM 5-02/020.00
PURPOSE OF ORDER:
The purpose of this order is to establish guidelines for the identification and temporary housing of alleged juvenile inmates, in accordance with state law.
SCOPE OF ORDER:
This order shall apply to all personnel assigned to, and working at Pitchess Detention Center (PDC) South Facility.
ORDER:
State law prohibits the housing of juvenile inmates in any location where contact with adult inmates could occur.
If an inmate housed at PDC South Facility claims to be a juvenile (a person under 18 years of age), or independent information indicates such, the alleged juvenile inmate shall immediately be segregated from all adult inmates, and the watch commander shall be notified.
A teletype will be sent to the Inmate Reception Center (IRC) so the alleged juvenile inmate can be transferred. The IRC watch deputy shall be contacted by telephone and advised of the alleged juvenile inmate, who shall be transferred to their facility.
The alleged juvenile inmate shall be transported, via radio car, with extreme priority, to IRC. Under no circumstances shall the juvenile be left in the housing area or among adult inmates.
In accordance with Custody Division Manual (CDM) section 5-02/020.00, all alleged juvenile investigations shall be conducted by IRC.