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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.02 - Records Management

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department of Corrections shall institute and administer a Records Management Program in order to establish efficient and economic control of all records. The Program will conform to all pertinent provisions of the Georgia Records Act of 1972 and is applicable to all activities under the jurisdiction of the Board of Corrections. The objective of this program is to preserve all records of continuing value either by maintenance or retirement and to destroy those which are no longer essential or useful.
(a) Creation, maintenance, review, retirement, and destruction shall be accomplished by each activity in conformance with definitive procedures published by the Records Manager for the Department of Corrections.
(b) Records shall be made and preserved to document the organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures and essential transactions of each activity. Additionally, those records which protect the legal and/or financial rights of the State or of persons directly affected shall be preserved.
(c) Necessary safeguards to protect records against unauthorized access or removal and to prevent loss shall be instituted and maintained.
(d) Records designated as confidential by law or classified as containing information the release of which would constitute an invasion of privacy shall be so protected as to prevent unauthorized disclosure of information contained therein.
(e) Forms control authority shall be exercised as a part of the Records Management Program. Forms which address a requirement common to more than one activity shall be kept to that minimum number of current standardized forms, which are essential to the effective achievement of necessary tasks.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969, p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956; pp. 161, 171, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 489, 490; 1968, p. 1399 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-51); Ga. L. 1969, p. 602; 1971, pp. 435, 436; 1972, p. 582 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-59); Ga. L. 1973, pp. 1297-1299 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970 pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2); Ga. L. 1972, pp. 1267, 1268 (O.C.G.A. 45-13-40 and 45-13-41).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.03 - Fiscal Management

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Management of the fiscal affairs of the Department of Corrections shall conform to standard accounting practices and comply with the basic requirements established by the Budget Act (O.C.G.A. 45-12-70) for all state agencies.
(a) Accounting Procedures to be utilized shall be developed and disseminated to affected activities. Each applicable activity shall be required to conform to the standardized methods and procedures as published including, but not limited to, recording and summarizing all financial transactions as well as establishing positive control over and reporting each account.
(b) The annual budget shall reflect the intent of the General Appropriations Act. Reasonable account flexibility shall be maintained in order to provide a means of meeting unforeseen circumstances.
1. The Department Budget Office and the Office of Planning and Budget are charged with preparation of the annual operating budget for the Commissioner of Corrections and shall establish the criteria for supportive information required from others.
2. Appropriate Division heads, budget managers, and others involved in the budgeting effort shall be required to provide timely budgeting data to support the execution of the budget preparation cycle.
3. Division heads and budget managers, in the preparation of budgeting information must maintain realistic perspective in defining achievable goals which are within the limits of resources that are or reasonably can be expected to be made available for the desired purposes.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.04 - Property Management

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Property is defined as any item which is basically non-consumable or non-expendable in nature; has a usable life expectancy of three or more years; is designated for accountability by the activity holding the item; or costs an amount specified in procedures.
(a) Property procurement, accountability, and management procedures shall be promulgated and disseminated by the Department of Corrections. Each subordinate activity shall be required to conform to the defined methods and procedures.
(b) Procedures utilized to process and/or execute requisitions or orders shall comply with current directives and instructions as well as conform to budgetary and accounting restraints.
(c) Property inventory and control procedures shall be developed and implemented by each activity maintaining property accountability. Such procedures shall conform to rules and regulations of the Board and directives and procedural instructions issued by the Department of Corrections.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Act. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 179; 1969, p. 598, 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.05 - Statistical Data

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The central office of the Department of Corrections shall collect, evaluate, and interpret statistical and other descriptive data from all available sources, including all activities under the jurisdiction of the State Board of Corrections in order to support current operational needs, evaluate on-going programs and activities, and project future requirements.
(a) The responsibility for collection and use of statistical data shall be centralized within prescribed limits.
(b) Data will be so collected and processed as to provide facts, figures and projections in such a manner as to enhance effective management of the corrections system.
(c) Uniform definitions, instructions, and reporting procedures shall be formalized and provided by reporting activities in order to assure validity of the resulting efforts.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969 p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.06 - Supporting Agencies

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The effective coordination and use of available support from community-based agencies is encouraged by the Department. Activities involving community-based agencies will be coordinated through the central office program section charged with overseeing that activity.
(a) Each Warden/Superintendent and/or supervisor concerned shall actively develop community agency participation in support of the rehabilitative efforts of his (her) activity.
(b) Successful methods and procedures utilized may vary among the various communities. Those responsible should use whatever legal and ethical methods are available to maximize beneficial support.
(c) Active assistance should be sought from those community organizations or individuals who can provide counseling services, religious support, job placement, social casework concerning offender families, clinical assistance and other services supportive of the institution or actively concerned.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-2, 42-2-11, 42-5-53, 42-5-55, 42-10-2.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.07 - Research and Evaluation

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Overall direction and control shall be centralized in the Department of Corrections for such projects as the search for new correctional methodology, the design and test of approved programs and the evaluation of results in existing or special programs.
(a) The assistance of and consultation with other agencies will be obtained as appropriate.
(b) Programs recommended for adoption will provide forecasts of probable results to be achieved on a timetable basis. Periodic check-points and a methodology for systematic comparison of forecast results with actual achievements shall be provided as inherent components of each recommended program. Evaluations shall be performed by personnel independent of programmatic responsibilities.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969 p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.08 - Publications

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department of Corrections shall produce and disseminate various materials (1) to promote public understanding of the Department's activities, functions and purposes and (2) to promote the exchange of information within the Department. These public documents shall include annual reports, newsletters, brochures, and booklets intended for general dissemination to the public, departmental personnel or government authorities.
(a) All such documents shall honestly, fairly and clearly reflect the activities of the Department and shall be produced in accordance with current requirements.
(b) Each such document shall clearly show on its cover the number of copies printed, as well as the approximate cost of the total printing.
(c) The Department shall, on or before December 1 of each year, provide to the State Librarian a list by title of all public documents published or issued by this Department during the preceding State of Georgia fiscal year. This list shall also note the frequency of publication of each public document listed.
(d) The Department shall make available to the State Librarian at least 50 copies of each of this Department's public documents. These copies are for exchange between this state and other states in the Librarian's capacity of Exchange Officer of Georgia.
(e) Wardens/Superintendents are authorized, within available resources, to support quasi-official and/or unofficial publications at their institutions. Wardens/Superintendents may dictate the bounds of propriety to which such publications must subscribe, as well as the extent of distribution of such publications. Receipt and/or internal distribution of the material shall be in accordance with the Rules of the State Board of Corrections and/or special directives and authorizations issued by the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections.
(f) Copies of these documents shall be made available to the Department.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-11, 42-5-53, 42-10-2, 50-11-5, 50-11-8.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.09 - Public Information

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department of Corrections is a publicly supported activity. Crime and delinquency are everyone's problems. An ultimate goal of the Department is clearly the protection of the public. The sum of the many facets of Departmental activities constitutes one of the main defenses of society against crime. The public is, therefore, vitally concerned. With the exception of that information which is protected by law or that which, if released, could be considered an invasion of privacy, those seeking information for public enlightenment are entitled to honest, frank and prompt responses to their queries concerning the activities of the Department. In order to improve public understanding and support, as well as assure credibility, dictionary meanings rather than circumscribed or parochial terms shall be applied on a consistent basis.
(a) News Media. Accredited members of the news media may be authorized through the Commissioner of Corrections to visit institutions and centers during normal business hours (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily, except Saturdays, Sundays, and Legal holidays). Such representatives may be permitted to tour whatever parts of the institution they desire consistent with the security of the institution and the safety of those concerned. However, media representatives shall be escorted by institutional personnel at all times during their stay at the institution. Special visits to an institution by news media representatives during non-business hours may be authorized by prior arrangement. Such visits shall meet all other requirements for a normal business hour visit.
1. When authorized, such meetings shall be conducted under the conditions specified by the Warden/Superintendent as fulfilling the safety and security requirements of the institution concerned. Offenders shall not be interviewed by news representatives except with the consent of the offender.
2. News media representatives may be barred or ejected during times of violent or potentially violent disturbances in order that their safety and the safety of others may be protected and the security of the institution maintained or restored. Wardens/Superintendents shall exercise their judgment as to when restrictive conditions exist. Re-entry of news representatives may be permitted when safety and security reasonably may be assured.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.10 - Evaluations and Inspections

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Regularly scheduled and unannounced evaluative inspections of facilities and offices under the jurisdiction of the Board of Corrections will be conducted by designated inspection staff of the Department. A written evaluation and/or inspection report noting findings will be submitted to the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections. Additionally, copies of these reports will be provided to the affected division manager for further distribution to the facility/office administrator and in the case of county institutions, to the Chairman of the County Commissioners. Copies may also be distributed to other individuals designated by the Commissioner.
(a) The affected division manager and facility/office administrator are responsible for resolving deficiencies noted in the inspection reports.
(b) Appropriate Department of Corrections staff will be made available to provide assistance, expertise, and support to the affected division manager and facility/office administrator to aid in correcting deficiencies.
(c) The facility/office administrator will provide the Commissioner via the affected division manager a written response addressing each individual deficiency noted in the findings identifying what action was taken or is planned to remedy the deficiency.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-2, 42-2-11, 42-5-3, 42-5-36, 42-5-55, 42-6-3, 42-10-4.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.11 - Investigations and Intelligence

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
All investigations authorized by the Commissioner or his appointed designee concerning activities of and about inmates, probationers, facilities, and employees of the Department shall be conducted by the Investigations and Intelligence Section of the Department.
(a) The Intelligence component will collect, analyze, and internally disseminate to appropriate administrators, intelligence data in order to develop and maintain a base of information to aid in the detection of illegal activities occurring within the jurisdiction of the Department.
(b) The Internal Investigation Section will utilize the services of and cooperate with all agencies charged with the curtailment of criminal activities.
(c) Authorization to conduct criminal or non-criminal investigations will be given by the Commissioner or his appointed representative.
(d) Investigation reports and intelligence data prepared by the Internal Investigation Section are classified as confidential state secrets and privileged under Law, unless declassified in writing by the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections.
(e) Completed investigative reports shall be forwarded to the Commissioner. Copies of these reports will be provided to the affected division manager for further distribution to the facility/office administrator where appropriate. Copies may also be distributed to other individuals designated by the Commissioner.
(f) The facility/office administrator will provide the Commissioner, via the affected division manager a written closure report indicating action taken or proposed in response to the investigative findings.
(g) Staff working under the jurisdiction of the Board of Corrections will cooperate fully with the Internal Investigation Section.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-2, 42-2-11, 42-5-3, 42-5-36, 42-5-55, 42-6-3, 42-10-4.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.12 - Probation Supervision

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department of Corrections will employ Probation Supervisors to provide support services, safeguard the community, and promote rehabilitation by supervising the activities of assigned probationers in each circuit. Said probation supervisor will:
(a) Perform assigned duties and comply with all directives in accordance with Department of Corrections policy and procedure to include:
1. Conduct investigations and make recommendations to the Court.
2. Supervise the activities of assigned probationers within the limits of available resources and offender needs for supervision to aid in satisfactory adjustment and enhancement of community safety.
3. Provide necessary supportive services including collection and disbursement of court costs, restitution and child support payments in criminal court cases; attendance of criminal court sessions and revocation hearings; and submission of regular progress reports, delinquent reports, and warrants for violators.
4. Promote progress toward rehabilitation through individual and group counseling with assigned probationers and their families; home visits and community contacts; and referral to various community-based agency rehabilitation services.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.13 - Administrative Support and Interstate Compact

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department shall provide the following administrative support for the Courts and the State Board of Pardons and Paroles as needed for sentencing and supervision:
(a) Provide records and information, including but not limited to: file creation and management; calculation of pertinent data; provide information for the preparation of Probation or Parole release plans and arranging related details; maintenance of records, ledgers, and statistics; and issuance of appropriate certificates, as required.
(b) Perform appropriate administrative functions relative to the implementation of matters under Interstate Compact for supervision of Probationers and Parolees.
(c) Support the courts by obtaining and providing pre-sentence investigatory information concerning those awaiting sentence and, as applicable, by arranging for Probation supervision in other states. Similar data shall be collected and provided to Probation officers in other states in support of their supervision of Georgia probationers residing in such other state under the provisions of the Interstate Compact for the Supervision of Probationers.
(d) Maintain pertinent records concerning all individuals placed on probation in Georgia under the Department's supervision.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-11, 42-5-53, 42-5-55, 42-10-2, 49-2-2.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.14 - Emergency Coordination

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The State Board of Corrections in cooperation with the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and the Department of Defense will provide general guidelines for the creation of plans for Natural Disasters or Nuclear Emergencies. In accordance with Executive Orders on these plans, the Department of Corrections will develop and update, periodically, standing operating procedures for participation in these plans.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Secs. 34-9-150, 38-3-2, 42-2-11, 42-2-41, 42-5-51 to 42-5-53, 42-5-59, 42-10-2.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.15 - Environmental Health and Safety Standards

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department of Corrections shall comply with requirements of the Public Employee Hazardous Chemical Protection and Right to Know Act of 1988; and conform to standard chemical safety practices as defined under State Law.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Sec. 45-22-8.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-2 - ADMINISTRATION › Rule 125-1-2-.16 - Special School District for School Age Offenders

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In order to provide education for any school age offenders incarcerated within any facility of the Department of Corrections, the Department shall be considered a special school district. The special school district under the Department shall have the powers, privileges, and authority exercised or capable to exercise by any school district in the state. The schools within the special school district shall be under the control of the Commissioner, who shall serve as the superintendent of schools for such district. The Board of Corrections shall serve as the board of education for such district. The board, acting alone or in cooperation with the State Board of Education shall establish education standards for the district. As far as practicable, such standards shall adhere to the standards adopted by the State Board of Education for the education of school age offenders, while taking into account:
(a) The overriding security needs of the correctional institutions and other restrictions inherent to the nature of correctional facilities;
(b) The effect of limited funding on the capability of the Department of Corrections to meet certain school standards; and
(c) Juvenile education standards of the Correctional Education Association and the American Correctional Association, which shall be given primary consideration should any conflict arise.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. 1, O.C.G.A. Sec. 42-2-11.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-1 - ADMINISTRATION › Subject 125-1-3 - GRANT PROGRAMS › Rule 125-1-3-.01 - 1999 County Workcamp Construction Grants Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(a)
Purpose of Program.
The purpose of the 1999 County Workcamp Construction Grants Program is for the Georgia Department of Corrections to contract with Georgia county governments to provide increased capacity for State prison inmates in county correctional institutions. The objective is to increase statewide capacity by at least 1,500 beds over current levels. This will provide more inmate workers for pubic [public] works at the municipal and county levels while increasing the overall capacity for housing State inmates.
(b)
Terms and conditions.
The contracts awarded shall not exceed $26,500,000.00 in total. Counties will be awarded funds for one hundred percent of construction costs for additional State inmate beds. Kitchen and laundry support functions for these beds will be funded as remaining funds permit. "Additional State inmate beds" is defined as any proposed beds for State inmates additional to the current State capacity as of March 5, 1999. Funds shall be awarded only for the purpose of physical expansion of capacity, either by renovation of existing housing or by construction of new housing; no funds will be awarded for operating expenses. Any county receiving funds must agree to assign State inmates to the funded beds, provided the Department of Corrections has State inmates to be so assigned, effective for ten (10) years from date of inmate occupancy. The Rules and Regulations of the State Board of Corrections and the authority of the Commissioner, Georgia Department of Corrections, will apply to the management and use of the increased capacity.
(c)
Eligible Recipients.
County governments within the State of Georgia which currently operate correctional institutions.
(d)
Criteria for Award.
Contracts will be awarded on a priority basis. To achieve a higher priority, a county government must offer a more favorable combination of the following criteria:
1. soonest completion date;
2. economy of project;
3. greatest number of additional beds;
4. completeness of application. Contracts will then be awarded in order of priority, up to the exhaustion of grant funds.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.01 - Responsibility

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Efficient and effective direction and management of assigned human resources shall be the direct responsibility of Wardens/Superintendents and supervisory personnel at each level. Achievement of assigned objectives within the framework of the law and pertinent directives shall be the criteria by which accomplishment is evaluated.
(a) Each Manager, Warden/Superintendent or supervisor, at whatever level, shall account for the achievement of all assigned functions at his (her) and related subordinate levels. Certain authority may be delegated, however, assigned responsibility is not delegated.
(b) Personal honesty and integrity shall be required of all employees.
(c) Assigned duties and/or functions shall be performed promptly and in accordance with methods and limitations prescribed in the law and current directives consistent with allocated resources.
(d) All personnel shall be required to adhere to applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures and directives published by the Department of Corrections and local implementing procedures promulgated in consonance therewith.
(e) No employee shall be permitted to enter on or remain on duty if under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other judgment distorting element.
(f) Any employee who is contacted with an attempt to exert influence concerning a transfer of an inmate from one correctional institution to another, or the status and assignment of an inmate within a correctional institution must document and report such a contact immediately. Documentation must include the name and address of the person contacting the employee, and the reason for the contact. Contacts which deal with the transfer of an inmate from one institution to another are referred to Offender Administration. Contacts which deal with the status or assignment of an inmate within an institution are referred to the Warden in the respective institution.
(g) The Commissioner is empowered to authorize the development and admInIstration of a drug screening program to test, for the purpose of detecting illegal drugs, any applicant for employment with the Georgia Department of Corrections; and to randomly or otherwise test current employees.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969, p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2); Ga. L. 1972, pp. 1015, 1024; Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. I, Sec. II, Par. III; Ga. L. 1975, p. 1218 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-12).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.02 - Employment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Except for those positions exempted in accordance with law, applicants for employment with the Department of Corrections shall be required to meet the current criteria for the particular position as established under the provisions of the State Personnel Administration.
(a) No applicant who has been convicted by any state or by federal government, of any crime, the punishment for which could have been imprisonment in a federal or state prison or institution or who has been convicted of sufficient misdemeanors to establish a pattern of disregard for the law is eligible for employment in a position that would required police powers; provided this subparagraph (a) shall not apply to violation of traffic laws and cases involving the operation of motor vehicles when the applicant has received a pardon.
(b) Applicants previously convicted of a misdemeanor who are former inmates, parolees, former parolees, probationers or former probationers being considered for employment by an institution under the jurisdiction of the State Board of Corrections must first be individually approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections.
(c) Applicants previously convicted of a felony being considered for employment by the Department of Corrections under the jurisdiction of the State Board of Corrections must first be individually approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections and then submitted to the State Board of Corrections for their review and approval.
(d) All state employees and all County Wardens, Deputy Wardens and Superintendents shall be subject to a security investigation which will, as a minimum, include a fingerprint check with state and federal agencies and verification of personal data and claimed education and employment experience. Falsification or withholding of pertinent data shall be considered cause for denial of employment or dismissal and may result in prosecution.
1. No county governing authority shall hire, in an acting capacity, for the positions of County Wardens, Deputy Wardens and Superintendents without first performing a criminal background check and credit check on the applicant. These checks will be performed by the Georgia Department of Corrections if so requested by the county governing authority. The reports shall be submitted to the Board of Corrections for review and approval prior to extending any applicant an offer of employment in an acting capacity.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.03 - Bonds

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
All Wardens of county correctional institutions will be bonded in the amount of $75,000.00, all deputy wardens in the amount of $50,000.00, and all persons acting as business managers in amount of $25,000.00.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969, p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 196 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1957, pp. 477, 481 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-4); Ga. L. 1985, p. 283 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-1).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.04 - Identification

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Each state employee of the Department of Corrections shall be issued and required to carry on his (her) person an identification card authorized by the Commissioner of Department of Corrections.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-4, 42-2-11, 42-5-53, 42-5-55, 42-10-2.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.05 - Uniforms

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Correctional officers and designated security personnel shall be provided uniforms and insignia as prescribed by the State Board of Corrections. Uniforms and accouterments shall be worn when and as prescribed in current Department of Corrections directives. Uniforms for officers in County correctional institutions will be those authorized by the local governing authority. All uniforms and accouterments shall be surrendered by department state employees.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969, p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53); Ga. L. 1972, p. 838 (O.C.G.A. 42-10-2);
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.06 - Training

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Employees of the Department of Corrections shall be required to participate in applicable training programs designed to foster and improve individual competence, increase operational effectiveness, and achieve established correction goals.
(a) Wardens/Superintendents and Deputy Wardens/Superintendents will be encouraged to participate in scheduled Department of Corrections training programs and/or other training courses designated by the Department of Corrections to improve their management and operational skills.
(b) All new Correctional Officers shall be required sixty (60) days following employment to enter the Basic Correctional Officer Training Course conducted by or under the auspices of the Department of Corrections.
(c) Other departmental personnel shall be required to complete applicable specialized training programs, such as Fire Safety, Food Service, Records Management, Counseling, etc., as scheduled and conducted by or under the auspices of the Department of Corrections.
(d) All state institutions that do not have a Tactical Squad shall maintain a Correctional Emergency Response Team. Correctional Emergency Response Teams members shall be required to successfully complete specialized riot and disturbance control training and periodic refresher training in these skills. Such training shall be approved and coordinated by the Department of Corrections Staff Training Section. Institutions having previously organized tactical squads will be exempt from this rule.
(e) Selected personnel shall be required to undergo specified training as designated by the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections from time to time.
(f) Employees shall be encouraged to broaden their understanding of existing and proposed offender rehabilitation programs and methods through use of the institutional library resources and other educational facilities.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.07 - Performance of Duty

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Managers shall identify to each employee or each category of employees the minimum acceptable standards of all such employees. Each employee shall be required to meet or exceed these standards. In addition to job performance, the following common standards shall be included for all personnel:
(a) Conduct and comportment shall be consistent at all times with that expected of law enforcement personnel.
(b) Custody of inmates and security of the institution shall be the principal responsibilities of all institutional personnel.
(c) All employees are specifically prohibited from giving, receiving, selling, buying, trading, bartering, or exchanging anything of value with any inmate. Any purchase of a bona fide inmate product, such as a hobby craft item, by an employee shall be consummated through the institutional Business Office. Supervisory personnel at all levels bear the responsibility for assuring compliance.
(d) Employees shall not, without the express written approval of the appropriate Division Director, maintain personal association with, engage in personal business or trade with, or engage in non job-related correspondence with, or correspond in behalf of or for, known inmates, active probationers, or parolees. A copy of the approved application shall be forwarded to the Department Personnel Officer and approval shall be made a part of the employee personnel file. Relatives of inmates shall follow this same procedure.
(e) It shall be unlawful for any person to obtain or procure for or give to an inmate a gun, pistol, or any other weapon, or intoxicating liquor or amphetamines, or biphetamines, or any other hallucinogenic drugs, or other drugs, regardless of the amount, or any other article or item, without the knowledge and consent of the Warden or his Deputy Warden in charge. Any person who knowingly violates the provisions of this Section shall be guilty of a felony and upon conviction thereof, shall be imprisoned for not less than one, not more then five (5) years.
(f) An employee must obtain written approval from the Commissioners, or his duly designated agent, before soliciting for or accepting contributions of equipment or of funds to be used in the enforcement of the laws or regulations of the State or any political subdivisions thereof.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11; 42-5-53; 42-10-2; 42-5-15; 5-18 and 19); Ga. L. 1987, p. 906 (O.C.G.A. 16-10-3(a), (b), (c)).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.08 - Personnel Actions

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Performance evaluations of all employees shall be prepared and submitted in accordance with Georgia Merit System requirements and established departmental policy and procedures.
(2) The Commissioner of Corrections shall have the authority to establish an employee awards program designed to recognize and reward commendable service rendered by employees who are under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections.
(3) All personnel shall be required to maintain the essential physical, mental and other capabilities to perform assigned functions satisfactorily. Any employee who does not maintain such capabilities shall be separated from active service. The Commissioner may require a determination of physical and/or mental competence to be made by examination and he may use departmental medical and/or other appropriate resources as available for this purpose.
(4) Except for County Wardens/Superintendents state employment criteria, although not mandatory, should be used as a guide in the retirement and separation of County Correctional Institution employees.
(5) The Department of Corrections shall establish and operate a formal grievance procedure through which all affected personnel may air their grievances with the assurance that such complaints will be brought to the attention of departmental officials for resolution.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11; 42-5-53; 42-10-2; 42-19-21; 45-9-81); Ga. Law 1984, p. 1487.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.09 - Police Officer Powers

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The Commissioner may confer all powers of a police officer of this State, including, but not limited to, the power to make summary arrests for violations of any of the criminal laws in this State and the power to carry weapons, upon persons in his employment and wardens of county correctional institutions as he deems necessary, provided that individuals so designated meet the requirements specified by all applicable laws.
(2) Arrests may be made incident to Departmental duties and under the following circumstances:
(a) Inmate, Probationer, or Parolee committing a felony not limited to commission of said crime on property under the jurisdiction of the Department.
(b) Department Personnel committing a misdemeanor or felony on premises which are under the jurisdiction of the Department.
(c) Civilian committing a misdemeanor or felony on premises under the jurisdiction of the Department.
(d) Inmate, Probationer, Parolee, Department Personnel, or Civilian committing a crime outside the Department but involving an offender within the Department's jurisdiction, such as:
1. Aiding an escape;
2. Hindering apprehension of a fugitive;
3. Obstructing officer.
(e) Probationers committing offenses for which arrest is authorized under applicable laws.
(f) Emergency situations in which citizen's arrest by a police officer is permitted by law.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.10 - Indemnification

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Personnel in the Department of Corrections who are covered by the Indemnification Act are those (1) whose principal duties relate to the supervision and incarceration of persons accused or convicted of the violation of the criminal laws of Georgia; (2) who serve as firemen; (3) who serve as emergency medical technicians; (4) and/or any probation supervisor who is required to be certified under the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Act.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1987, p. 822, (O.C.G.A. 45-9-80 through 45-9-86).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.11 - Reimbursement of Personnel for Loss

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The Department of Corrections will compensate an employee who is assaulted by an inmate or who is involved in the use of force on an inmate and receives damages to an item or items of wearing apparel as a result of the inmate's action. Such compensation shall be for the employee's loss in the amount of either the repair cost or the replacement value or the cost of the item and wearing apparel, whichever is less.
(2) Wearing apparel shall be defined as: clothing, functional watches, eyeglasses, hearing aids, and other prosthetic appliances. Items of jewelry are explicitly excluded.
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, O.C.G.A. Secs. 42-2-11, 42-5-37.1.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 125 - BOARD OF CORRECTIONS › Chapter 125-2 - DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS › Subject 125-2-1 - PERSONNEL › Rule 125-2-1-.12 - Administrative and Employee Housing

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In recognition of the security, emergency, and continuous operational needs of the Department, and with particular recognition of the need for a capability of immediate reaction to emergency situations, the Georgia Board of Corrections makes available housing on the premises of various institutions and prisons for certain employees of the Department who are considered essential to the operation of the Department.
(a) Each warden/superintendent shall be required, as a condition of employment, to reside in housing on the prison grounds where such housing is available unless granted an exemption by the Commissioner.
1. In the event such housing is not be available, the Department shall lease adequate housing as close to the Warden's assigned prison as possible.
2. A warden may request an exemption from the condition of employment of having to reside in housing on the prison grounds. Such requests shall be in writing, shall state the reasons why the warden is seeking the exemption, and shall be forwarded to the Commissioner for review and possible approval. If the Commissioner concludes that there is adequate justification for the warden to reside elsewhere the Commissioner may grant the request. If the Commissioner grants a warden an exemption from the condition of employment of having to reside in housing on the prison grounds then the Commissioner shall require the deputy warden for security or the chief of security to reside in the housing on the prison grounds as a condition of employment for the deputy warden for security or the chief of security. Wardens who receive such an exemption shall be responsible for their own living expenses and shall not receive any financial assistance from the Department for their living arrangements.
3. The occupation of such housing by the warden, deputy warden for security, or the chief of security, shall be pursuant to rental agreements whereby it will be acknowledged by the warden, deputy warden for security, or the chief of security, that: the occupancy of administrative housing is a condition of employment and is not provided as an additional benefit for the performance of his job; the occupancy of the housing does not create an entitlement arising out of the employee's job; each employee shall agree to abide by the terms, conditions and provisions of the agreement as a condition of his employment; and will acknowledge that the agreement creates no estate or other interest in the real property occupied.
4. The Commissioner of the Department of Corrections or the Commissioner's designee shall be authorized to enter into and execute such agreements on behalf of the Department.