Unit Order: 11-01
Subject: CELLULAR TELPHONE RESTRICTION IN CUSTODY FACILITIES
Effective Date: |
09/01/2011 |
Last Date Revised: |
09/01/2011 |
Last Date Reviewed: |
04/09/2020 |
Next Review Date: |
04/09/2021 |
PURPOSE
The purpose of this Unit Order is to adhere to the California Penal Code and ensure jail security.
GUIDELINES
Possession of a wireless communication device, including, but not limited to, a cellular telephone, voice over internet protocol (VOIP) phone, or wireless Internet device, in a secured area is prohibited.
Per 4575 (a) P.C., any person in a local correctional facility who possesses a wireless communication device, including, but not limited to, a cellular telephone, pager, or wireless Internet device, who is not authorized to possess that item is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
A correctional facility is defined as any secured facility, station jail, and court lock-up.
Any prior approval will come from the Undersheriff.
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MARTIN L. RODRIGUEZ, CAPTAIN
PROJECT DIRECTOR