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M, JAMES CULLINAN
Jail Administrator and
Chief Jailor
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A. H, JENKINS
Deputy Administrator and
Assistant Chief Jailor
AUGUSTA CITY JAIL
POL ICY
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PRO C E D U REM A N U A L
425 WOOD STREET EXTENSION AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 30904-3016
TELEPHONE: (706) 733-3837 FAX: (706) 821-1838
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1.01
1.02
1.03
1.04
1.05
2.00
2.01
2.02
2.03
2.04
2.05
2.06
2.07
2.08
2.09
2.10
2.11
2.12
2.13
2.14
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3.01
3.02
3.03
4.00
4.01
4.02
4.03
4.04
4.05
4.06
4.07
4.08
4.09
ADMINISTRATION 1
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES 2
WRITTEN POLICY AND PROCEDURES 4
PERSONNEL 5
STAFF TRAINING 7
FISCAL MANAGEMENT 8
ADMISSION 9
IDENTITY OF ESCORTING OFFICER 10
LEGALITY OF COMMITTMENT DOCUMENTS 11
CONDITION OF INMATE 12
FRISK SEARCH 13
NOTIFICATION OF INCARCERATION BY INMATE 14
RECORDS AND REPORTS 15
CONFISCATION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY 17
ISSUANCE OF INMATE HANDBOOK 19
FEMALE INMATES 20
CONFISCATION OF INMATE'S CLOTHING 21
PREVENTION OF DISEASE 22
STRIP SEARCH 23
ISSUANCE OF FACILITY UNIFORMS, LINEN 25
AND HYGIENE ITEMS
PRELIMINARY HEALTH SCREENING 26
CLASSIFICATION 27
CLASSIFICATION OF INMATE 28
HOUSING ASSIGNMENT 30
ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION 31
SECURITY 34
WEAPONS 35
CONTRABAND 36
SECURITY INSPECTION 38
SURVEILLANCE OF INMATES 40
INMATE COUNTS 41
KEY CONTROL 42
CONTROL OF TOOLS & HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 43
USE OF FORCE 46
USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINING DEVICES 48
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INMATE-COMMUNICAT10NS
MAIL
USE OF TELEPHONE WHILE IN CUSTODY
INMATE COMMUNICATION - VISITATION
EMERGENCY MESSAGES TO INMATES
INMATE SERVICES
MEDICAL SERVICES
HEALTH APPRAISAL (Reserved)
EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE
NON~EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE & DAILY
MEDICAL COMPLAINTS
NON-EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION
MEDICATIONS/PHARMECEUTICALS
DENTAL
PSYCHOLOGICAL/PSYCHIATRIC
MISCELLANEOUS SERVICES - PERSONAL
PHYSICIAN, PROSTHETIC DEVICES, BODY
CAVITY SEARCHES, DETOXIFICATION
FOOD SERVICE .
INMATE HYGIENE
INMATE PROGRAMS
WORK ASSIGNMENTS '
RECREATION & LEISURE ACTIVITIES
READING MATERIALS
LEGAL REFERENCES
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
OTHER SERVICES
COMMISSARY
OTHER ROUTINE PROCEDURES
CONTROL OF INMATE FUNDS
RELEASE OF INMATE PROPERTY TO THIRD
PARTIES
PREPARING INMATES FOR COURTS
GRIEVANCES AND DISCIPLINE
INMATE GRIEVANCES
DISCIPLINE - DEFINITIONS AND OFFENSES
DUE' PROCESS
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7.01
7.02
7.03
7.04
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TRANSFER AND RELEASE
GENERAL PROCEDURES
AUTHORITY TO TRANSFER OR RELEASE
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
RIOT OR DISORDER
FIRE
ESCAPE
ATTEMPTED SUICIDE, SUICIDE OR
DEATH OF AN INMATE IN CONFINEMENT
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ADMINISTRATION
SECTION 1.00
OPERATIONAL AREAS
1.01 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
1.02 WRITTEN POLICY AND PROCEDURES
1.03 PERSONNEL
1.04 STAFF TRAINING
1.05 FISCAL MANAGEMENT
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1.01 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
POLICY:
The Jail Administrator shall review applicable case law annually to establish the
legal basis for operating the facility. Based on case and statutory law, the
Jail Administrator shall develop an institutional goal along with appropriate
objectives,
PROCEDURE :
1. Review of Case Law - The Jail Administrator for the Augusta City Jail shall
review annually appropriate case law from the Georgia Supreme Court and the 11th
Circuit Court of Appeals within the Federal Court System. The case law review
shall be the basis for changes to the facility's policy statements and operating
procedures.
2. Goal: The goal of the Augusta City Jail shall be to house inmates in a safe and
constitutionally adequate environment while ensuring protection of the surrounding
community through the operation of a secure facility.
3. Objectives:
a. To use modern and progressive administrative practices to ensure legal and
fiscally sound operation.
b. To ensure that all inmates are processed into the facility in a consistent
and humane manner.
c. To establish and maintain an inmate classification system that will allow
for safe and constitutional housing,
d, To maintain security within the institution so as to ensure the safety of
the surrounding community and the safety of the inmates.
e, To ensure that all inmates are afforded opportunities to exercise their
right to communicate with persons outside of the institution,
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f. To provide adequate health care, food service and other inmate services as
designated by the Jail Administrator.
g. To establish and maintain inmate programs including recreation and religious
services.
h, To maintain grievance and discipline policy and procedures that are in
concert with federal griev~nce standards.
i. To maintain and rehearse emergency procedures which will allow for the safe
evacuation of the facility and/or its' continued operation under adverse
circumstances.
j. Progress in attaining all objectives will be monitored monthly by the Jail
Administrator to ensure that appropriate programs and procedures are in
effect.
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1.02 WRITTEN POLICY AND PROCEDURE
POLICY:
It shall be the policy of the Augusta City Jail to establish and maintain a policy
and procedures manual which will allow constitutional operation and the implementation
of the facility's overall goal and objectives.
PROCEDURE :
1. Persons Affected: All personnel employed by the Augusta City Jail will perform
their assignments in compliance with the current policy and procedures manual,
2. Maintenance of Manual: All employees will be responsible for maintaining a current
policy and procedures manual. The manual shall contain the following information:
a. Policy statements for all sections of the manual;
b. Procedures for all sections of the manual;
c, All active general order issued;
d. All active special orders issued;
e. All supplements issued to policies and procedures.
3. Adherence to Policy and Procedures: All employees of the Augusta City Jail shall
operate based on established written procedures, except in those circumstances
listed below:
a. When following a procedure could endanger the life
employee or vistor;
b. When a direct verbal or written order is issued by
officer,
or health of an inmate,
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a supervisor or a ranking
4, Review of Policy and Procedures: Annually, a committee will be appointed by the
Jail Administrator to review current policy and procedures taking into consideration
new developments in:
a. Case Law
b. State or Federal Standards
c. Facility needs
d. The community's needs
This committee shall report to the Jail Committee of the City Council within
seventy-five (75) days, its' recommended changes, ~ an explanation of the need
therefore,
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1.03 PERSONNEL
POCICY:
It is the policy of this facility to hire the most qualified applicants, while
ensuring appropriate minority representation, on the staff, The Jail Administrator
shall review personnel policies and procedures annually to ensure that the
facility's goals and objectives are being met,
PROCEDURE:
1. Recruitment: New employees will be actively recruited.
2. Employment Criteria: All successful applicants must meet minimum standards of
employment, The standards are:
a. Completion of high school or Georgia Equivalency Diploma;
b. No felony convictions;
c. A complete background investigation; and
d, Any other requirement of the Augusta City Personnel Department
3. Terms and Conditions of Employment:
a, Salary - Starting salaries will be based on the City's established pay scale
at time of employment.
b. Fringe Benefits - All permanent, full-time employees receive fringe benefits
as provided by the Augusta City Government to its general employees.
c. Probationary Period - All new employees are con~idered probationary for the
first twelve (12) months. At the end of this period, work performance will
be reviewed by the Jail Administrator or his designee, who will determine
if work performed has been satisfactory, the employee will be retained as
a permanent employee of the facility, If an employee's work has not been
satisfactory, employment will be terminated,
d, Promotions - Advance in rank and position will be considered by length of
service and performance rating, in addition to position specifications and
requirements,
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4. Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual:
a. All new employees shall be issued a Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual,
which details the following:
- Equal Employment Opportunity Provisions
Position Specifications (including Qualifictions, Descriptions and
Responsibilities)
Description of Fringe Benefits
Leave Allowances
Personnel Records
Employee Evaluation
Training
Promotion
Retirement, Resignation, and Termination
Employee-Management Relations
Physical Fitness Policy
Hostage Policy
Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
b, The.Personnel Rules and Regulations shall be maintained and kept up-to-date
by the Augusta City Personnel Department. They shall immediately issue updated
information to all employees, as changes occur.
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1.03 PERSONNEL MEALTIMES/BREAKS
POLICY:
Shift Commanders & Assistant Shift Commanders will coordinate with the Cook
on duty, and determine when your s'taff will eat in the Jail Dining Room. You
are to rotate one (1) roving officer at each meal to tour the Jail, while the
balance of the staff eats together. No more than twenty (20) minutes is to be
taken for each meal, Breaks will be given by Shift Commander when time warrants.
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1.03 PERSONNEL RESIGNATION
POLICY:
There may come a time when you may wish to leave the department's service. If so,
be sure to submit a resignation to your supervisor. You must give reasonable noticet
which in most cases should be a minimum of two (2) weeks in advance of the time you
wish to leave.
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1.03 PERSONNEL MISCONDUCT
POLICY:
The following shall be considered as examples of misconduct whereby employees will be
subject to disciplinary action such as: verbal warning, written warning, suspension,
demotion or dismissal:
Violation Catagory
First Offense
Second Offense
Third Offense
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Dismissal
B
Indefinite Suspen-
sion Pending Final
Determination
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Suspension
(2-7 days)
Suspension
(8-14 days)
or Dismissal
Dismissal
D
Written
Reprimand
Suspension
(1-7 days)
Suspension
(8-14 days)
or Dismissal
VIOLATION CATEGORY A:
A-Ol - Accepting a bribe or gratuity for permitting an illegal act.
A-02 - Falsification of an official report.
A-03 - Communicating or giving information which may aid a person to escape arrest, or
delay the apprehension of a criminal, or permit the removal of evidence.
A-04 - Willful failure to report or act on illegal activity,
A-OS - Willful disobedience of any reasonable order or lawful command, written or oral;
insubordination. .
A-06 - Intoxication on duty.
VIOLATION CATEGORY B:
B-Ol - Aiding or abetting the commission of any offense.
B-02 - Commission of an illegal act, other than minor traffic offenses.
VIOLATION CATEGORY C:
C-01 - Unexcused absence from duty.
C-02 - Asleep on duty.
C-03 - Willfully damaging City Jail property or equipment.
C-04 - Flagrant misuse, handling or display of firearms.
C-05 - Use of unnecessary force resulting in injury of a person being questioned,
apprehended or confined.
C-06 - Consumption of intoxicant while on duty.
C-07 - Conduct predjudicial to discipline, fellow employees or departmental operations.
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1.03 PERSONNEL MISCONDUCT CONTln
VIOLATION CATEGORY C:
CONTln
C-08 - Distribution of written or printed matter, solicitation, collection, or selling
while on duty or on city property, unless authorized by the Chief Jailor.
VIOLATION CATEGORY D:
D-01 - Failure to comply with any order, directive or regulation; oral or written.
D-02 - Failure to take appropriate action concerning illegal activity.
D-03 - Failure to properly patrol assigned area, unauthorized absence from assignment,
or failure to respond to radio call.
D-04 -Failure to properly care. for assigned department equipment or vehicle, resulting.
in loss or damage to same.
D-05 - Unauthorized person in City vehicle.
D-06 - Use of rude or insulting language or conduct offensive to the public.
D-07 - Failure to properly supervise subordinates.
D-08 - Failure to report as witness when duly notified or subpoenaed.
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1.04 STAFF TRAINING AND FITNESS
POLICY:
It shall be the policy of the Augusta City Jail that training is an on-going process,
and a designated training officer shall establish and monitor each employee's
training and fitness to help ensure satisfactory performance.
PROCEDURE:
1. Scope of Training: All Correctional personnel shall be required to undergo the
following training:
a. A sixteen (16) hour facility-orientation course, which shall include training
.for non-certified officers in the following:
- Security Procedures
- Supervision of Inmates
- Report Writing
- Significant Legal Issues
- Inmate Rules and Regulations
- Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures
- Rights and Responsibilities
- Fire and Other Emergency Procedures
- First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Communications Skills
- Special Needs of Minorities, Women, Juveniles, and Ex-Offenders
- Interpersonal Relations
- Receiving Health Screening
- Needs of Special Inmate Classifications
2, Notification of Training Programs: A schedule of training programs shall be
posted on the main bulletin board. It is the responsibility of all employees
and their supervisors to become familiar with this schedule,
3, Compensation for Training: All employees shall be compensated at their regular
pay rates while attending assigned training programs,
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1.05 . FISCAL MANAGEMENT, BONDING AND INSURANCE
POLICY:
It shall be the Policy of the Augusta City Council to establish an annual operating
budget, which will allow for adequate staffing and operation of the facility.
PROCEDURE:
1. Budget Description: The Augusta City Jail operates on annual appropriations from
the Augusta City Council.
2. Budget Preparation Process: The Jail Administrator will prepare and present the
proposed budget to the Augusta City Council and he shall request a meeting with
the Budget Committee of the Augusta City Council to explain the budget proposals.
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ADMISSION
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2.01 IDENTITY OF' ESCORTING OFFICER
2.02 LEGALITY OF COMMITMENT DOCUMENTS
2.03 CONDITION OF INMATE
2.04 FRISK SEARCH
2.05 NOTIFICATION OF INCARCERATION BY INMATE
2.06 RECORDS AND REPORTS
2.07 CONFISCATION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
2.08 ISSUANCE OF INMATE HANDBOOK
2.09 FEMALE INMATES
2.10 CONFISCATION OF INMATE CLOTHING
2.11 PREVENTION OF DISEASE
2.12 STRIP SEARCH
2.13 ISSUANCE OF FACILITY UNIFORM, LINENS
AND HYGIENE ITEMS
2.14 PRELIMINARY HEALTH SCREENING
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2.01 IDENTITY OF ESCORTING OFFICER.
POLICY:
No person shall be admitted into the custody of the facility unless the officer
escorting the person is positively identified.
PROCEDURE:
1. Request: If the escorting officer is not personally known to the Corrections
Officer, he/she shall require the escorting officer to produce the following
identification:
a. A badge and photo I,D, for law enforcement officers, showing unit number
and signature of agency head;
b. Such other identification as the Corrections Officer deems necessary to
establish positive identification.
2. Refusal: If the escorting officer cannot or does not produce proper identification,
or if the identification produced does not conform to the officer's person, the
Shift Commander shall refuse to accept custody.
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3. Reporting: If custody is refused, the facts and circumstances surrounding the
refusal will be noted by the Shift Commander in the Daily Log.
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2.02 LEGALITY OF COMMITMENT DOCUMENTS
POLICY:
No person shall be accepted into the custody of the Augusta City Jail without clear
and documented legal authority.
PROCEDURE:
1. Request: Immediately following the review of the escorting officer's identification,
the Shift Commander shall obtain from the escorting officer, the legal documents
authorizing custody,
2, Review: The Shift Commander shall review the documents for proper execution.
Such documents shall include at least one or more of the following:
a. Writ or order issued by the court for execution of sentence;
b. Bond forfeiture papers approved by the Clerk of Courts;
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2.03 CONDITION OF INMATE
POLICY:
No person shall be admitted to the facility in an unconscious state or with any
evidence of injury or illness, requiring 'immediate medical care.
PROCEDURE:
1. Observation: The Booking Officer shall carefully observe the physical condition
and behavior of the inmate being admitted.
2. Serious Injury: If the injury, illness, or emotional state of the inmate appea~s
serious, the Booking Officer shall:
a, Refuse acceptance of custody and recommend that the arresting officer seek medical
attention for the inmate;
b. Not accept custody until the arresting officer provides documentation of the
inmate's medical treatment.
NOTE:
Also See Preliminary Health Screening.
3. Intoxication: If the inmate's behavior appears to be affected by the use of
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drugs or alcohol, the Booking Officer shall follow the steps in Procedure 6.03
for emergency medical care.
4. Minor Injury: If the inmate's injury appears minor in nature:
a, The Booking Officer will make note of the injury on the Preliminary Health
Screeing form.
b, The Booking Officer will carefully observe the inmate's injury(s) and notify
his/her supervisor to determine the need to be taken to a physician or to call
the local Emergency Medical Services Unit,
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2.04 FRISK SEARCH
POLICY:
Staff members of the Augusta City Jail shall make every reasonable effort to prevent
the introduction of contraband into the facility while inspecting persons and property
of persons being admitted.
PROCEDURE:
1. Frisk Search: When an inmate has been accepted into custody, the admitting Booking
Officer shall immediately conduct a frisk search of the inmate in the booking
area before placing him in the general lock-up, to determine if any contraband
articles are concealed on the inmate.
2, Conduct: The frisk search shall be performed in accordance with established
procedures and with the greatest degree of dignity possible for the inmate. Under
no circumstances shall an officer direct any personal remark to the inmate being
frisk searched concerning his person, attire, or physical attributes.
3. Contraband: In the event contraband may be found on an inmate, the Booking Officer,
in the presence of another Corrections Officer, shall immediately conduct a strip
search (see Strip Search Procedure).
NOTE: Provision should be made so that inmates are searched by detention personnel
of the same sex, except in emergency situations,
(SEE APPENDIX FOR RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE)
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2.05 NOTIFICATION OF INCARCERATION BY INMATE
POLICY:
Staff members of the Augusta City Jail shall afford reasonable opportunity for newly
admitted inmates to contact persons to secure release, seek legal counsel, and
provide notificiation of incarceration to' family or friends.
PROCEDURE:
1. Access: Following the frisk search, and before being placed into the regular
inmate population, the newly admitted inmate will be allowed access to the
telephone and the directory located in the booking area.
*2. Calls: If after several attemps, the inmate fails to reach either of the called
parties, the inmate will be allowed to repeat telephoning periodically, during
the remainder of the admissions process until the called parties are reached or
the admissions process is completed, whichever comes first,
4. Long Distance: The admitting Booking Officer will allow long distance calls by
the inmate on phones designated for this purpose.
5. Subsequent Calls: If, after the completion of the admissions process, the inmate
is unable to contact parties via telephone, the inmate will be allowed to place
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additional calls as soon as practicable after being placed in assigned dormitory.
6. Recording: The admitting Booking Officer will note in the Daily Log, the fact
that the inmate was unable to contact anyone during the admissions process.
*The inmate shall be allowed a reasonable length of time for telephone conver-
sation, normally three (3) minutes in duration, depending upon workload of
officers and number of other inmates desiring the use of the telephones.
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2.06 RECORDS AND REPORTS
POLICY:
Accurate and complete records will be maintained for all inmates to verify that all
laws, standards and procedures have been followed,
PROCEDURES:
1, Forms and Documents: Before toe inmate is removed from the booking or holding
areas into the general jail population, the following records will be completed:
a. Prisoner Property and Money Envelopes;
b, The Municipal Court Ticket
c. The Inmate I.D. Sheet;
d, .Inmate Booking Sheet;
e. The Preliminary Health Screening Form;
. f. Any other documents dealing with inmate incarceration
2. Questioning: The Booking Officer will restrict questioning to the information
necessary to complete the admissions records. Under no circumstances will the
admitting officer question the inmate about the offense for which the inmate is
being incarcerated.
3~ Possession: At no time during the admissions process will the inmate be allowed
to have the booking documents in his/her possession. Throughout the process,
all forms, documents, and other records will be in the sole possession of the
admitting officer.
4, Verification: If the Booking Officer suspects that information given by the
inmate is inaccurate, the officer will attempt to verify the information by
.checking existing jail files.
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5. Storage: At the completion of the admissions process, the records and reports
listed in Section 1 above, will be delived to Records. Records shall prepare
a jacket on the inmate, print all necessary data pertaining to admission and
follow procedures set forth for Corrections Officers.
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2.07 CONFISCATION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
POLICY:
The personal property of inmates will be respected by all Corrections Staff and
will be handled with care to prevent loss or damage.
PROCEDURES:
1. Confiscation: 'The Booking Officer will, during the frisk search, confiscate
all personal property of the newly admitted inmate(s), including:
a. money;
b. belts, ties, hats, jackets, coats, and shoes;
c. all contents of inmate's pockets, and;
d, other items not part of the inmate's clothing (e,g., purses, backpacks,
key chains, watches, jewelry, checkbooks).
NOTE: Inmates will be allowed to keep (after inspection) cigarettes and a
book of matches.
2. Description: On the Inmate Property Envelope, the Booking Officer will list
and describe all items confiscated.
3. Envelope: All items, except money, will be placed in the property envelope.
If any item is too large to be placed in the property envelope, it will be
listed and described on the envelope, and a property tag will be attached to
the item. The prisoner's name and date of admission will be noted on the
property tag, along with the docket number,
4, Money: The Booking Officer will count the inmate's money in the inmate's presence
. and place the money in a separate envelope, noting the amount of money, the
inmate's name and date of admission on the face of the envelope,
5. Seal and Sign: When Steps 3 and 4 have been completed, the Booking Officer will
then seal both the property and the money envelopes and sign each with his name,
unit number, date and the time of the day and turn over to the Shift Commander
on duty, for deposit in the safe,
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6, Inmate's Signature: The Booking Officer will then obtain the inmate's signature
on both envelopes and all property tags. If the inmate refuses to sign either
envelope, the Booking Officer will secure another Correctional Officer as a
witness, The other Corrections Officer will sign his name, unit number, date
and time on the envelope(s) and tag(s) with the notation "Inmate refused to
sign."
7. Storage: When Steps 5 and 6 have been completed, the Booking Officer will
place all property in the inmate storage area. Money envelopes will be deposited
in the safe anytime during the twenty-four (24) hours period.
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2.08 ISSUANCE OF INMATE HANDBOOK
POLICY:
Inmates of the Augusta City Jail have the. right to be informed, in writing, of the
rules, regulations and disCiplinary procedures used in the facility.
PROCEDURE:
1. Rules Sheet: The Booking Officer, upon request by the inmate, will give the
inmate a copy of the Inmate Rules Sheet. The Booking Officer will also make
available for the inmate review, a copy of the Policy & Procedures Manual,
used at the Augusta City Jail, pointing out to the inmate, the sections on rules
and priviledges.
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2.09 FEMALE INMATES
POLICY:
Female inmates shall be separated from male inmates after. processing through the
booking area, until the time of release.
PROCEDURE :
1. Staff: When a female inmate is brought to the Augusta City Jail for admission,
a female Corrections Officer will conduct the search after the admissions
procedures for the female inmate have been performed by the Booking Officer
on duty.
2. Separation: In the event that female and male inmates are brought to the
facility at the same time, the male inmate will be secured in the booking area
while the female inmate is processed. If a female Corrections Officer is not
readily available for searching procedures, then the female inmate will be
secured in the booking area pending the return of the femal officer and the male
inmate will be processed first.
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2.10 CONFISCATION OF INMATE CLOTHING
POLICY:
For the health, safety, and security of the facility and its inmates, inmates shall
not be allowed to wear personal outer clothing while confined. The inmate will
furnish his/her underwear, The facility shall furnish each inmate with pants,
shirt, and a jacket, when necessary, depending upon the need.
PROCEDURE:
1, Removal: The Booking Officer will escort the inmate to the Admissions Office
and instruct the inmate to remove all items of personal clothing and place them
on the table.
2. Inspection: The Booking Officer will inspect each separate item of clothing
for contraband (if contraband is found, the procedures set forth in 4.02 are
to be followed).
3, Tag: Upon request, all washable clothing, except underwear. will be marked for
identification in an inconspicious location and placed in a plastic bag, labeled,
and brought to the facility laundry for cleaning, Upon cleaning, they will be
placed back in the bag and stored in the inmate storage area.
4. Signature: The inmate will be requested to sign the (bag), if the inmate refuses
to sign, (see procedures set forth in 2,07).
5. Issuance: The Booking Officer will issue the inmate a complete uniform,
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2.11 PREVENTION OF DISEASE
POLICY:
To prevent the introduction of disease and to promote a healthy environment, inmates
suspected of being disease carriers or presently infected, will receive medical aid
within a reasonable time.
PROCEDURE:
1. Observation: The Booking Officer shall observe the inmate for any signs of injury
(cuts or bruises). If signs of injury are observed, the procedures set forth
in Procedure 2.16 shall be followed,
2. Questioning: Upon completion of information on the Receiving Screening Form, if
applicable, the inmate will be placed on medical call.
3, Delousing: All inmates admitted will be deloused/deliced as per procedure
outlined.
4. Housing: All inmates are encouraged to shower upon assignment to the cell area.
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2.12 STRIP SEARCH
POLICY:
Strip searches are a necessary procedure for the maintenance of security. The strip
search shall be done with the greatest degree of dignity possible for the inmate
and only by an officer of the same sex. No personal remarks shall ever be made
regarding the inmate's personal or physical characteristics.
PROCEDURE :
1, Determination: The Booking Officer will review the inmate's record to determine
if a strip search is warranted,
1 (a) All inmates whose present or past charges include drug or weapon related
charges will be strip searched before they go into the general population.
2. Instructions: Upon determination, the Booking Officer will instruct the inmate
to step into the strip search room. (Booking Bathroom),
3. Explanation: The strip search procedure will be explained to the inmate so that
the inmate is apprised in advance of the necessity for the search and how it
will proceed,
4, Conduct: The Booking Officer will conduct the strip search according to the
exact procedure as set forth in the Appendix,
5. Refusal: If the inmate refuses to submit to a strip serach, the Booking Officer
will attempt to verbally persuade the inmate and, failing that, the Booking Officer
will:
a, Notify the Shift Commander on duty;
b, Note the incident in the Daily Log;
. c, Provide for increased surveillance of the inmate, and;
d, Prepare an incident report.
6, Contraband: If during the strip search the Booking Officer discovers contraband
on the inmate's person, the Booking Officer will:
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a. Remove the contraband and secure it;
b. Issue the facility inmate uniform (see Procedure 2.15);
c. Call the Shift Commander on duty and prepare a written report;
d. Process the contraband in the manner prescribed in Procedure 4.02.
7. Continuation: If the inmate consents to the strip search and if no contraband
is found, the Booking Officer will continue with the admissions procedure,
as outlined in 2.15.
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2.13' ISSUANCE OF INMATE UNIFORMS, LINENS. AND HYGIENE ITEMS
POLICY:
To maintain a healthful environment and to protect the personal property of inmates,
all inmates who are to be housed with the general facility population will be
required to wear a uniform issued by the Augusta City Jail.
PROCEDURE:
1. Sequence: The Booking Officer will:
a. Return the inmate's personal underwear to him/her and;
b. Obtain a clean facility uniform of the appropriate size (S,M,L,XL) from
the Laundry.
2. Instruction: The Booking Officer will instruct the inmate to put the uniform
on.
3. Bedding and Linens: The Booking Officer will obtain and give to the inmate the
following:
a. Two (2) sheets
b. One (1) towel
c. One (1) blanket (during the colder months)
d. One (1) mattress
e. One (1) wash cloth
Note: The bedding linens must have been cleaned prior to their re-issue.
4. Personal Hygiene Items: The Booking Officer will obtain and issue to each inmate
the following items:
a. Toothbrush
b. Toothpaste
c. Soap
d. Feminine hygiene items (as appropriate)
e. Shampoo (as needed)
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2.14 PRELIMINARY HEALTH SCREENING
POLICY:
Each newly admitted inmate shall undergo a preliminary health screening by the
Booking Officer (Nurse). Such screening is designed to identify those inmates
whose condition may represent a threat to the health of the facility staff and
inmates or a threat to the health' of the new inmate.
PROCEDURE:
1. Interview: After the inmate has put on the inmate uniform, the officer will
return the inmate from the admissions room to the booking counter. There the
Booking Officer will interview the inmate concerning the inmate's medical history
and current condition.
2. Recording: The inmate's answers to the questions will be recorded on the
Preliminary Health Screening Form.
3. Records: The completed Preliminary Health Screening Form will be placed in a
separate file to begin a medical record for the inmate, for use by the Staff
Nurse, Staff Physician and will be stored in the Medical Department.
4. Referral: If after the screening, there is reason to suspect that the inmate
suffers from any communicable disease or condition which may require further
examination, the Booking Officer will:
a. Secure the inmate in the booking area
separate from all others, and then;
b. Notify the Shift Commander on duty.
Nurse or hospital emergency room and
or place the inmate in a holding cell
The Shift Commander will contact the
take the appropriate steps.
5. 'Medical Records: Any medical records received by the Booking Officer will be
placed in the inmate's medical file, and will be considered as "confidential
information".
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SECTION 3.00
OPERATIONAL AREAS
3.01 CLASSIFICATION OF INMATES
3.02 (RESERVED)
3~03 ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION
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3.01 CLASSIFICATION OF INMATES
POLICY:
For the preservation of the security and order of the facility, its staff and
inmates, every inmate will be classified upon admission to the facility and
will be assigned housing according to the classification. There shall be no
discrimination by race, creed, or national origin.
PROCEDURE:
1. Review of Records: The Booking Officer will review the admissions records and
any existing facility records concerning the inmate for the following information:
a. Sex
b. Age
c. Offense
d. Legal Status
e. AKA's
f. History of Violent or Disruptive Behavior
g. Evidence of Homosexuality or Vulnerability to Attack
h. Evidence of Mental or Physical Handicap
i. Evidence of Suicidal Tendency
2. Classification Code: The Booking Officer will then assign a classification code,
in the order listed below:
a. Sex = "1" (male) or
"2" (female)
b. Age = "A" (adult)
c. Violence = "V" (potentially violent) or
"N" (non-violent)
"s" (Suicidal)
"M" (Mentally Retarded)
d. Handicap = "H" (physical handicap)
3. Example: For example, a female adult with no physical or emotional handicap, would
be assigned the classification code "2AN". A male adult with a history of institu-
tional violence, would be assigned the code "IAV", and so on.
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4. Recording: The classification code shall be written on the Inmate Jacket,
Cell Block'Assignment Card.
5. Review of Classification: An inmate's classification shall be reviewed:
a. At the request of the Jail Administrator or Staff Physician;
b. Following a court appearance;
c. Following disciplinary action for a major or serious rule violation.
If a reclassified inmate objects to this changed status. the procedures for
due process as outlined in Procedure 9.03 shall be followed.
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3.02 HOUSING ASSIGNMENT
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3.03 ADMINISTRATIVE SEGREGATION
POLICY:
Administrative segregation shall be used to separate those inmates who need to be
isolated from the general inmate population. Inmates placed in administrative
segregation will receive all privileges granted to inmates in the general population
(with the exception that certain materials or activities which may constitute a
threat to the inmate's own safety 'or the safety of others may be withheld). Depending
on the reason for separation, inmates in administrative segregation may require
increased surveillance.
PROCEDURE :
1. Criteria: Administrative segregation shall be employed to separate from the
general population inmates who:
a. Cannot adjust to the general population;
b. Pose a serious threat to themselves and/or others;
c. Present a valid need for protection from other inmates as determined by
the Jail Administrator (e.g., former law enforcement personnel);
d. Have a communicable disease;
e. Are witnesses.
2. Identification: The recommendation to administratively segregate an inmate shall
be referred to the Jail Administrator in the event that immediate isolation is
required, referral will be made to the Shift Commander. Identification of such
inmates shall be made as follows:
a. Each officer has the responsibility to observe the behavior of each inmate
and identify those who meet the criteria in Section 1 above.
b. The Staff Physician or Nurse shall identify those needing to be isolated
for medical/mental reasns.
c. The Municipal Court Judge may order the segregation of witnesses or other
special inmates being housed at the facility.
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3. Decision: The decision to place an inmate in administrative segregation will
be made by the Jail Administrator, who will notify the Shift Commander on duty,
based on the following:
a. A request for segregation by the inmate.
writing, signed, and dated by the. inmate.
b. Observations or reports from staff of persistently disruptive or
disruptive behavior, or abnormal behavior which requires removal
from the general inmate population;
c. A report from the examining physician;
d. Apparent need for protection, or;
e. Recommendation of Judge, City Attorney. or arresting Officer.
Such a request shall be made in
potentially
of the inmate
4. Housing Assignment: The Jail Administrator shall determine to which cells inmates
in need of administrative segregation will be assigned (see Procedure 3.02).
In emergency situations, the Shift Commander on duty. shall assign such inmates
to isolation cells.
5. Increased Surveillance: The Jail Administrator shall determine at what interval
persons in administrative segregation will be visually observed by staff. Such
decisions will be made on an individual basis. All surveillance checks will be
recorded in the Daily Log for that housing area (to be checked no less than
once every fifteen (15) munutes, at staggered intervals).
6. Notification:
Administrator
conditions of
hearing.
Prior to placing an inmate in administrative segregation, the Jail
or Shift Commander will fully explain to the inmate the nature and
the new status, and notify him/her of the right to a due process
7. Due Process: If the inmate subsequently objects to the placement in administrative
segregation, or requests a hearing. the procedures for due process as outlined
in Procedure 9.03 shall be followed.
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8. Change of Mind: If an inmate who is in adminstrative segregation by his/her
own request, decides that he/she no longer wants to be segregated, the Shift
Commander shall re-assign him/her to a regular housing unit upon receipt of
a written request. The request must be signed and dated by the inmate.
9. Records: Upon removal of the inmate from administrative segregation and
re-assignment to a regular housing. unit, the Shift Commander will record the
action in the Daily Log.
10. Review of the Inmates Assigned to Segregation: When an inmate is assigned
to adminstrative segregation, his or her status shall be reviewed at least
every seven .(7) days for the first two (2) months. and at every thirty (30)
days, thereafter, to determine if return to normal detention is possible.
The Jail Commander shall consider the following factors in the review:
a. Whether or not the conditions or circumstances which led to segregation
still exist;
b. Officers observations of the inmate's behavior, attitude and physical condition
during segregation;
c. Change in the risk present to the inmate by placement in the general popu-
lation; and
d. The presence or absence of continued risk to the general population if the
inmate is removed from segregation.
11. Documentation: Each time a review is conducted, the process and the results
of that review will be written on the due process form and placed in the
inmate's file. It will also be noted on the facility's log.
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SECTION 4.00
OPERATIONAL AREAS
4.01 WEAPONS
4.02 CONTRABAND
4.03 SECURITY INSPECTION
4.04 SURVEILLANCE OF INMATES
4.05 INMATE COUNTS
4.06 KEY CONTROL
4.07 CONTROL OF TOOLS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
4.08 USE OF FORCE
4.09 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINING DEVICES
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4.02 CONTRABAND
POLICY:
The introduction of contraband into the facility or the possession of contraband
is a severe threat to the security of the facility and the safety of its staff,
inmates and visitors. Corrections Facility Staff will take all reasonable pre-
cautions to prevent the introduction of contraband and will in no way hinder the
discipline or prosecution of persons possessing contraband.
PROCEDURE:
1. Definition: Any item not appearing on the list of "Permitted Items" or approved by
the Jail Administrator or his designee, shall be considered contraband.
2. Confiscation and Recording: When contraband is found on an inmate or in the
facility, the officer who first discovers the item(s) shall:
a. Remove the contraband from the inmate or location;
b. If possession constitutes a major or serious violation (see Procedure 9.02),
the inmate will be moved to a disciplinary isolation cell;
c. Place a tag on the contraband, showing the date, the name of the inmate from
whom taken, and the location from which it was removed;
d. Determine if the contraband is to be used in an internal discipline action
or a criminal proceeding. If disciplinary action, deliver the contraband to
the Shift Commander, if criminal proceedings, contact the Jail Administrator
or his designee.
e. Note the incident and the transfer of the contraband in the Daily Log.
f. Complete an incident report.
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4.02 CONTRABAND
POLICY:
The introduction of contraband into the facility or the possession of contraband
is a severe threat to the security of the facility and the safety of its staff)
inmates and visitors. Corrections Facility Staff will take all reasonable pre-
cautions to prevent the introduction of ~ontraband and will in no way hinder the
discipline or prosecution of persons possessing contraband.
PROCEDURE:
1. Definition: Any item not appearing on the list of "Permitted Items" or approved by
the Jail Administrator or his designee, shall be considered contraband.
2. Confiscation and Recording: When contraband is found on an inmate or in the
facility, the officer who first discovers the item(s) shall:
a. Remove the contraband from the inmate or location;
b. If possession constitutes a major or serious violation (see Procedure 9.02),
the inmate will be moved to a disciplinary isolation cell;
c. Place a tag on the contraband, showing the date, the name of the inmate from
whom taken, and the location from which it was removed;
d. Determine if the contraband is to be used in an internal discipline action
or a criminal proceeding. If disciplinary action, deliver ~he contraband. to
the Shift Commander. if criminal proceedings, contact the Jail Administrator
or his designee.
e. Note the incident and the transfer of the contraband in the Daily Log.
f. Complete an incident report.
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h. Whether or not criminal charges are to be filed, the Jail Administrtor
may elect to begin disciplinary procedures (see Procedure 9.02). The contraband
shall not be destroyed until such time as all charges or proceedings sur-
rounding the incident are resolved.
i. If the contraband item(s) include money, such money shall, at the conclusion
of all related proceedings, be placed in the local- government's general
fund.
j. If possible, photograph contraband for future and/or prosecution.
NOTE: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL AN OFFICER OR OTHER. EMPLOYEE KEEP OR
DESTROY CONTRABAND.
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4.03 SECURITY INSPECTIONS
POLICY:
All officers assigned to the facility, shall be constantly alert to the need for
security and shall use all necessary means for maintaining safety and security.
PROCEDURE:
1. Cell searches (Shakedowns):
a. Special: Any officer with the approval of the Jail Administrator or Shift
Commander on duty, shall conduct a dormitory cell search, whenever he or
she has reason, (e.g., via informants, personal observation of inmates. _
unaccounted for utensils, tools, or other supplies) to believe that contraband
may have been introduced into the housing area.
b. Routine: At varied times, but not less frequently than twice per month, the
Shift Commander shall order a systematic cell search and shall assign
Officers accordingly.
c. Removal: Inmates will be removed to the recreational area, weather permitting,
or an unoccupied cell area during special and routine searches.
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d. Contraband: If contraband is found during special or routine cell searches,
the procedure set forth in 4.02 will be followed.
2. Inspections: The Jail Administrator or his designee will inspect or assign
officers to inspect weekly the security and safety equipment. That inspection
will include:
a. All locks
b. All doors to the cells. cell areas, and the security perimeter
c. All video and audio monitoring devices
d. First aid kits & breathing apparatus
e. Fire extinguishers and hoses
f. Smoke detectors, heat detectors and fire alarms, pull boxes & sprinkler
heads in the laundry
g. Window casings and bars
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3. Reporting: If, during dormitory cell searches, surveillance tours or weekly
or monthly security inspections, any irregularities in safety or security are
discovered (such' as inoperable locks, damaged equipment, evidence of tampering),
each such irregularity will be noted in the Daily Log and reported as soon
as possible to the Jail Administrator or his designee. An incident report
of the irregularity shall be made. Dates and times of all cell searches
and monthly inspections shall be recorded in the Daily Log by the Shift
Commander.
REPORTS AND ENTRIES INTO THE DAILY LOGS ARE A MUST!
4. If criminal charges are to be brought against an inmate, the officer bringing
the charges should follow Procedure 9.02.
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4.04 SURVEILLANCE OF INMATES
POLICY:
It is the affirmative duty of every Corrections Officer on duty to maintain regular
surveillance of the inmates and their activities to ensure the safety and security
of the facility, staff. and the inmates.
PROCEDURE:
1. Regular Surveillance: Two Corrections Officers will be on duty at all times
and will conduct a tour of each cell area (or other area where inmates are present)
checking each inmate at least one every hour on an irregular schedule.
2. Special Surveillance: Me~tally or emotionally disturbed inmates, inmates identified
as escape risks, inmates identified as suicide risks. and all inmates housed in
the disciplinary isolation, will be observed more frequently, at least once every
fifteen (15) minutes.
3. Observation: During a surveillance tour the housing officer will observe inmate's
behavior and appearance for unusual or questionable situations (e.g., bruises
or cuts on inmates' faces or arms, expressions of hostility. signs of depression).
4. Spot Checks: During one or more of the tours required above. the officer will
also spot check the security devices (locks, doors, bars, lights). Any irreg-
ularities discovered will be reported as outlined in Procedure 4.03).
5. Records: The Corrections Officer(s) will note in each housing unit's Daily Log
any and all significant or unusual events occurring during the shift. The times
when each surveillance tour is conducted and the area(s) checked, will be noted
in the Daily Log.
6. Change of Shift: When the relieving officer(s) reports for duty, the officer(s)
being relieved will direct the attention of the relief housing officer to any
significant entries in the log during the shift change briefings. (muster).
NOTE: GEORGIA LAW REQUIRES 24 HOUR SUPERVISION OF INMATES BY A PERSON WHO CAN RESPOND
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY.
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4.05 INMATE COUNTS
POLICY:
To prevent escapes and to ensure that inmates are accounted for at all times, the
Corrections Officer(s) on duty must make frequent and accurate counts.
PROCEDURE :
1. Inmate Count: Before an inmate can be regarded as present, the officer conducting
the count must see the inmate in the flesh.
2. Schedule: At shift change, the Corrections Officer(s) and the relieving officer
together will verify the number of inmates present in each housing unit. Counts
will also be verified during the service of meals by the Corrections Officer(s)
on duty.
3. Recording: The count will be recorded in the Daily Log and the inmate accounting
form and signed by the Shift Commander on duty following the head count.
4. Re-Count: If, after all counts are relayed. the Shift Commander finds that the
count does not agree with the previous shift's count, and any subsequent recorded
movement of inmates, the Shift Commander will order a lock-do~ and re-count.
(Also see Procedures on Escape, 11.03).
5. Upkeep of Records: All admissions to and removals from each housing area will
be recorded in the Daily Log.
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4.06 KEY CONTROL
POLICY:
The control and accounting of keys is crucial to the maintenance of the facility's
security. At no time shall any inmate be allowed to possess any key. The Corrections
Officer has the responsibility for the control of and the return of the keys.
PROCEDURE:
1. Key Cabinet: All keys for locks within the security perimeter, when not in use,
will be kept in the key cabinet in Central Control.
2. Officers will be assigned all keys by the Shift Commander and logged. The
backup keys will be maintained in the Administration Office. Keys shall be
tagged for easy identification for the area that they control.
3. Back-Up Keys:
a. Locations: One complete set of keys to the confinement area will be maintained
in the key storage area in the Administration Office.
b. Lost or Damaged Keys or Locks: The loss or damage of a key or lock will be
reported in writing immediately to the Shift Commander on duty. If the loss
appears to have occurred within the security perimeter. the Jail Administrator
or his designee will be immediately notified, and the Shift Commander will
order a lock-down and conduct a search for the missing key.
4. Key Tracking Log: The Daily Log will act as a key tracking log and will be
maintained in Central Control. This log will indicate who is in possession of
each key at any given time. All keys must be signed in and out by the Shift
.Commander on duty.
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4.07 CONTROL OF TOOLS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
POLICY:
No inmates except those on trustee status, shall be given or have access to any
tools or hazardous agents (e.g., toxic ~l~aning fluids, drain cleaner, pressurized
aerosol cans, or any substance labelled poisonus). The Trustees are to be under
the direct and complete control of the Corrections Officer.
PROCEDURE :
1. Supervision: Trustees who are assigned certain duties involving the use of tools
or hazardous or toxic agents, will only use them under direct supervision of
an officer. (See Procedure 7/01/3-5 for further reference).
2. Inventory: The officer who supervises the trustees will be responsible for
accounting for all tools and supplies when the work is completed.
3. Discipline: If there is any misuse or attempted misuse of tools or hazardous
materials, the officer will prepare a written recommendation to the Jail Admin-
istrator to remove the inmate in question from trustee status and to take
possible disciplinary action where warranted. The Shift Commander is also to
be informed.
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4.08 USE OF FORCE
POLICY:
Only that amount of physical force necessary to maintain or regain control of an
inmate will be used by the staff of the facility. Physical force may be used
only when an attack by an inmate(s) on a facility employee(s), visitor(s), or other
inmate(s) is actually occurring, is clearly imminent, or when other lesser means
have failed to achieve a legitimate and necessary objective. Physical punishment
of an inmate by an officer shall 'not be permitted under any circumstances.
PROCEDURE :
The following procedural guidelines are designed to illustrate that officers have .
a number of choices in handling violent or potentially violent situations~ In order"
to give an inmate every opportunity to cease his/her disruptive or assaultive
activiity and cooperate with the officer, the following steps should be followed
whenever possible in sequence:
1. Uncooperative inmate: The officer who encounters an uncooperative inmate (e.g.,
refuses to enter cell, refuses frisk search, refuses to be removed from cell)
will take the following actions:
a. Verbal persuasion: Attempt to verbally convince the inmate to cooperate.
b. Verbal warnings: If verbal persuasion fails, warn the inmate of the con-
sequences of non-ccoperation (use of force, disciplinary sanctions).
c. Show of force: If warnings are not effective, call for back-up personnel in
an attempt to intimidate the inmate through a show of force.
d. Control holds: If a show of force is insufficient, (or impossible), the
officer(s) shall attempt to use the physical holds designed to gain control
of the inmate (no blows will be struck by the officer, unless the resisting
inmate becomes an attacker). No choke holds are to be used.
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2. Attacking Prisoner: If at any point in the above process, an inmate attempts
to physically attack a staff member, a visitor, another inmate, or any other
person(s), the following steps shall be taken:
a. Back-up: Call for back-up personnel (if not already present).
b. Blocks: Block the blows or kicks .of the inmate, giving the i~mate opportunity
to reconsider and clearly establishing that the inmate is in fact the
aggressor.
c. Take-down: If, after the inmate's initial blows or kicks have been blocked,
the inmate persists, the officer will attempt to take the inmate down by using
minimal force.
d. Blows and kicks: If the Officers strength and agility are such that the take-
down techniques are not effective (of if the physical setting renders their .
pse ineffective), only then may the officer resort to kicks or blows. The
. following blows are to be avoided categorically, unless an officer's life or
the life of another person is clearly in danger:
(1) knuckle blows to the temple;
(2) Base of hand blows to the nose;
(3) Cupped-hand blows to the ears;
(4) Kicks to the groin or head areas, and;
(5) Blows or gouges to the eyes;
(6) Choke holds
When an officer resorts to blows or kicks, only the type and number sufficient
to bring the inmate under control shall be used. Such tactics may not be used
to inflict unnecessary or permanent injury (thus, the prohibition of 1 through
6 above), but mliy to temporarily disable and only after other means have failed.
e. Retreat: Officers may. if all else fails, and if an escape route is open
to the officer(s) and if no other persons are or would be open to attack from
the inmate, retreat from the scene and obtain a baton and chemical irritant
spray (from the Shift Commander).
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A. The Cap-Slun™ formulation is Ihe latest advance in less-than-/ethal weaponry in
Ihe law enforcement arsenal. Used as directed, it becomes a humane means of
dealing with'violent subjects and effecting Iheir submission and arrest.
B. It has lead to a lessening of complaints against officers and of charges of police
brutality. Many incidents that formerly lead to personal violence have been avoided
with a resultant decrease in time lost to injury and legal actions.
1/. USE OF THE CAP-STUNTM LESS- THAN-LETHAL WEAPON
A. The spray of the Cap-Stun'M may be used in any situation where you would be
justified in the use of force continuum to subdue a violent subject. The Cap-Stun'.
will spray a cone shaped pattern of mist for up to ten feet in still air. In the models
equipped with a protective cap, remove the cap before use.
B. The spray may be used at any distance under ten feet, the closer to the subject's
face, Ihe more effective and faster the results. Use short bursts rather than a
prolonged spray and only the amount needed to bring the subject under control. In
over a decade of field experience, there has never been a report of adverse
reaction to the spray by any subject with respiratory illnesses, heart problems or
poor reflexes. The spray has been determined to be effective against drug abusers,
psychotics and subjects under the influence of alcohol.
C. Spray directly into the subject's face, the closer, the more effective. The spray
should be directed toward the subject's eyes, nose and mouth. The spray is v.ery
. effective on dogs and other animals. Attack dogs can be effectively subdued with a
short burst toward the eyes, nose and mouth. Since the Cap-StunTM spray causes
'; no lasting damage, it can be used to control any high stress situation, even if
bystanders may be affected by the spray,
1/1. FOLLOW.UP PROCEDURE
A. TJ'le effect of the spray on a subject is instantaneous. He can be expected to drop
whatever might be in his hands and immediately go for his face with his hands. The
active spray ingredient causes acute inflammation of the eyes and all other
mucous membranes, resulting in immediate blindness. coughing, choking and
nausea with extreme discomfort for up to thirty minutes.
B. When the subject has been secured and resistance has ceased, the office'rs should
make every reasonable effort to relieve the discomfort of the subject and any
affected bystanders. If conditions permit, clear water will relieve the eye inflamma-
tion in about four minutes. Moving air and natural body action will remove all other
symptoms in thirty minutes or less with no atter effects. No reports have ever been
received that medical treatment was ever required to relieve the effects of the
spray. Area contamination will be found to be negligible. Hands should be washed
to prevent any possible residue from being rubbed in the eyes or before going 10
the restroom. Any residue otherwise remaining on clothing or skin should not be
expected to cause problems.
C. Following use of the spray in a high stress situation. the canister should be replaced
if its total weight is less than the indicated net weight. The pressure will remain
fairly constant until almost empty. Make a full and complete report of usage as
directed by departmental policy.
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SKIN AND EYE IRRITANT - CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN
FLAMMABLE - KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE
The foHowing is in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied. Seller only guarantees
Ihat each product conforms to its standard of quality. Seller shall not be liable for any
injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use or the inability to use
this product. Before use, user shall determine the suitability of the product for his intended
use and user assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection therewith. Since
Luckey POlice Products has no control over the storage. handling, use or application of
Ihese products. it must disclaim responsibility for any unsatisfactory results obtained. All
recommendations and sales are made on condition that we will not be held liable for any
damages resulting from its use. No changes may be made in the foregoing except by written
agreement from Luckey Police Products. SPECIAL NOTE: IF YOUR STATE OR LOCAL
LAWS ARE DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE.-lOCAL-LAWS SHALL APPLY.
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various basIc canisters is' as tollows:
,M-' =,33 one second sprays
M-2 = 45 one second sprays
M-3 = 93 one second sprays
M-4 = 179 one second sprays
CAUTION: While we have no shelf life limitation tor this product, we do know that the active
agent tends to separate and collect at the top after about two years it left idle. To prevent this
and to insure uniform potency of mixture, SHAKE VIGOROUSLY BEFORE INITIAL USE
AND AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR THEREAFTER.
CAUTION: Avoid leaving unit in dire"ct sunlight or over 1200 F storage or unit may burst.
CAP-STUNTIlI is the registered trademark that distinguishes the product of Luckey Police
products.
Spray only Tram upright pOSition or all you
get is the propellent. Okay to slere or ca'rry
in any position.
LUCKEY POLICE PRODUCTS
P.O. Box 23339 · Oakland Park, Florida 33307-3339
CAP-STUNTM - WHAT IT IS
Cap-Stun™ is a unique product using tinctureoleoresin capsicum derived from hot peppers
as its active agent. It was formulated to replace the tear gas aerosols and comes in sizes to
meet most needs. Propellent blend and valve design provide the proper spray patterns to
effectively subdue all attackers with no aftereffects.
CAP-STUNTM WHAT IT DOES
Cap-Stunn.t has been field use proven superior to mace and CS & CN tear gas in that it
WILL control a drunk, a psychotic, an attack dog as well as drug abusers. Unlike tear gas,
the Cap-StunT'" spray is effective only on the mucous membranes; eyes and respiratory
system ; PHYSICALLY preventing the attacker from further aggressive activity for up to thirty
minutes with no aftereffects. No treatment is needed but flushing the eyes with water and
facing the subject into the wind shortens recovery time. The tear gasses depend on the pain
process so they fail to control if the subject can't feel pain.
CAP-STUNTIoI HOW IT DOES IT
. Cap-StunTIoI acts as an inflammatory agent rather than an irritant like the tear gas prod-
ucts. The inflamed mucous membrane cells swell to prevent all but life support breathing
through the nose. The epiglotis shuts to prevent breathing through the'mouth. The eye
capillaries are instantly dilated so he is physically but temporarily blinded.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIVILIAN USE OF CAP.STUNTM FOR SELF PROT~CTION
Most Crime Prevention and Community . .
Relations officers suggest carrying your keys
in your hand when walking in threatening
areas. Key-Ring Cap-Stunn.t lets you do this
and also have available the one less-than-
lethal weapon proven to be superior to CN
and CS (mace) tear gas for humanely subduing
all attackers. Turn the spray head to the same
position shown in the illustration and snap the
flap in the closed position. Resting the thumb
on the top as shown allows instant spray
capability. If attacked, spray the attacker full
in the face, as close as possible and when he
is subdued, go for help. You may wish to
rotate the spray head to the SAFE position by
lifting the flap and turning the white lever to
cover the spray port. If you always leave the
spray head in the SPRAY POSITION, you will
never need to wonder where it is when you
need it most. The same directions apply for
those models equipped with a pocket clip and
no holster. Cap-StunTIoI can save your life,
Keep it clean, handy and ready to use. THIS
IS NOT A TOY. IMPROPER USE CAN LEAD
TO ASSAULT OR OTHER CHARGES. Check
with your attorney or local police if you have
any question as to legality of ownership or
usage. IT IS A FEDERAL OFFENSE TO CARRY ABOARD AIRCRAFT.
~ WARNING ~
SKIN AND EYE IRRITANT - CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
FLAMMABLE - KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAMES
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f. Use of baton night-stick: The baton is for defensive purposes and the same
procedur~s apply to the baton as applies to hands and feet. First. use
the baton to block the inmate's blows or kicks, giving the inmate the oppor-
tunity to desist and surrender. Second, use the baton to strike the inmate
below the neck, in a manner designed only to temporarily disable and gain
control, not cause permanent injury.
g. Use of chemical irritants: If chemical irritant spray is used. it shall be
used only in that amount necessary.to gain control and to cause the inmate
to desist. It should never be sprayed directly into the face at close range.
The Augusta City Jail uses Cap-Stun).
3. Multiple Prisoners: See Procedure il.Ol. "Riot or Disorder".
4. Medical Examination: Persons involved in a use of force incident who sustain
injuries will receive medical attention as follows:
a. Prisoners will be treated in accordance with the facility's Medical Emergency
Health Care Plan
NOTE: Inmates not re~ or receiving immediate medical attention will
be scheduled to see a physician during the next sick call.
b. All staff persons will be required to receive immediate medical attention
and provide documentation of treatment. Also. if injured, staff personnel must
fill out a workman's compensation form.
c. All other persons will be requested to seek immediate medical attention.
5. Increased Surveillance: Following a use of force incident. the Corrections
Officer will observe the inmate at least every fifteen (15) minutes for the next
twenty-four (24) hours to detect any noticable change in the inmate's behavior
or physcial condition. Each check will be noted in the Daily Log and initialed
by the Corrections Officer.
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6. Investigation: The Jail Administrator or his designee will initiate an
investigation of the incident (apart from any investigation for disciplinary
charges against the inmates if:
a. The inmate alleges an excessive use of force; or
b. The Jail Administrator determines from the report(s) that an
investigation is warranted.
7. Reporting: After every incident in which an officer(s) or staff member(s)
has used physical force, the officer(s) or staff member(s) involved, will
immediately file a full report of the incident, citing the reasons for the
degree of force used and the results of its use. The report will be
transmitted'to the Jail Adminstrator. Use of Force Report will also be
signed by the Shift Commander on duty. All reports will be completed prior
to leaving the facility.
* * Photographs shall be taken of the ~e if visible damage is done. * *
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JAIL POLICY AND PROCEDURES
OPERATIONAL AREA 'r:.
4.09 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINING DEVICES
POLICY:
Restraining devices (such as handcuff and leg irons) will never be used for purposes
of punishment. They will be used only for the prevention of escape, the protection
of a prisoner from self-injury or to prevent an inmate from injuring others, or
to prevent damage to the facility.
PROCEDURE:
1. Protection from Self-Harm:
a. Isolation Cell: When an inmate's behavior indicates a potential for an actual
attempt at injury to him or herself, the inmate will be removed to an isolation
cell.
b. Restraints: If, after placement in an isolation cell. the inmate's behavior
is still directed toward or indicative of self-harm, the inmate will have
physical restraints applied and be assessed for possible transfer to the
hospital's mental health unit. When restraints are used in such a manner,
they will be used to restrict the movement of the inmate only to the degree
necessary and will be affixed in such a way as to cause minimal discomfort
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and avoid their injuring the inmate.
c. Surveillance: Inmates placed in restraints will be subjected to more frequent
observation by the officer(s) assigned to the housing unit. They will observe
the inmate at least every fifteen (15) minutes.
d. Physician: No inmate will remain in restraint for more than four (4) hours
without an examination by a physician or the physician designee.
e. Reporting: The removal of an inmate to isolation and the placement of the
inmate in restraints for self-protection will be reported immediately to
the Jail Administrator or the Shift Commander. A written incident report
will be forwarded to the Jail Administrator prior to the completion of that
tour of duty in which the incident occurred.
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2. Prevention of Escape or Assault:
a. Transportation To Court or Hospital: All inmates of the Augusta City Jail
transported from the facility while in custody, will be transported by the
Augusta City Jailor the Augusta Police Department only, or if necessity
dictates, by ambulance.
b. Transfer To Other Law Enforcement or Correctional Agency: When an inmate is
being transferred into the custody of another law enforcement agency or
correctional agency, the admitting officer will inform the escorting officer(s)
of the inmate's history and 'behavior and any indication of risk posed by the
inmate.
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INMATE COMMUNICATIONS
SECTION 5.00
OPERATIONAL AREAS
5.01 MAIL
5.02 USE OF TELEPHONE WHILE IN CUSTODY
5.03 INMATE COMMUNICATION - VISITATION
5.04 EMERGENCY MESSAGES TO INMATES
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