Handbook Flashcards
Are inmates allowed to wear their own clothing for Bench Trials?
No, only for Jury Trials and they must have a court order from a Judge thought their attorney.
Are all inmate workers allowed to wear their own shoes?
No, Only specified workers and Diabetics
What are the four inmates rights?
Freedom from discrimination
Freedom from reprisal
Equal access to programs
Protection from personal abuse
Are supervisors allowed to authorize educational materials into the Facility?
No
How long will NCDC keep personal property after an inmate has left the facility?
30 days
Can inmate’s family members leave letters at control’s Window?
No
True/False, all phone calls at NCDC monitored?
False
True/False, the inmate handbook states that the inmate will be furnished with 3 postcards and a pencil.
False
True/False, NCDC will not allow inmate to inmate visitation.
False
NCDC IHB states that any inmate mail deemed unacceptable will be returned to the sender and the inmate will receive what?
Mail violation Notice
When does an inmate ask for a medical kite?
7 am at med rounds
NCDC IHB states that the detention facility will not be responsible for any medical bills due to ______ and _________________.
Self-inflicted and pre-existing conditions
True/False. NCDC IHB states the jail will be responsible for emergency dental work and eyeglasses.
False
NCDC IHB states inmate commissary orders will not exceed what amount?
$50.00
NCDC IHB states inmates can purchase only $25 of phone time.
False
NCDC IHB specifies jumping or hanging from fixtures is a level 3 violation.
False
NCDC IHB states the longest sanction from one rule violation is how long?
60 Days
True/False. NCDC IHB states inmates in the inmate worker program will receive day for day good time.
False
NCDC states an inmate on AD status released from jail before serving the full AD sanction may have it immediately reinstated if incarcerated again within ________ of their last release. The time will stay actively suspended and able to reinstated for a total of ___________ after release.
30 days and 6 months
NCDC IHB states an inmate may appeal the hearing officer’s decision by writing the jail administrator within ___________.
24 hours
True/False. NCDC IHB states NCDC does not provide notary services to the inmate.
False
When will razor’s be picked up?
Immediately after breakfast
How often will welfare checks be performed by IPSO’s?
Every 30 minutes
NCDC Policy states that welfare checks will be __________ by the _____________.
Logged by the Tower Officer
NCDC Policy states that blankets will be exchanged _______ per month on the _________ and ________ weeks.
Twice, second and fourth week.
NCDC Policy states inmates on suicide watch will not be issued a razor without permission from _________ Staff. If approved, the inmate must be _________ supervised.
Medical, directly
Who is responsible for making welfare checks in nursing?
If the nurse is not available, the booking officer is responsible.
True/False. NCDC Policy allows contraband items to be destroyed, placed back into the inmate’s property or placed back into NCDC inmate property issue for reuse.
True
True/False. All inmates must be restrained while in tranport.
False
NCDC policy states that ________ must be worn when searching inmates, pods or cells.
Gloves
True/False. NCDC policy states that male officers are prohibited from pat searching female inmates.
False, male officers may perform pat searches on female inmates, but it must be in accordance with policy.
NCDC policy states the magnetometer should be held _____________ from the inmate’s body when being used.
3 to 4 inches
NCDC states a strip search will be conducted after the _________ the magnetometer shows metal object but a physical search _________ locate it!
3rd time, cannot
When are inmates stripped searched?
Any time an inmate is being moved from booking to a housing unit.
Who can perform a cavity search?
Doctor
NCDC Policy states that ___________ fires are cause for immediate evacuation.
Uncontrollable
How often will inmates be checked while in the restraint chair or the wrap system?
Every 15 minutes
NCDC Policy states that nursing will be notified if someone has been placed in the restraint chair for longer than ____________.
1 hour
NCDC Policy states that an inmate charged with a DWUI must be held in custody until the BAC is _________ or a minimum of ___________. If they cannot be released to a sober adult or they refuse to take a breath test.
.00, 8 hours
A ____________ will be completed when an inmate is removed from the restraint chair. This will be written in the ______________ report that correlates with that inmate and incident.
Supplemental report, use of force
True/False. As an employee of the sheriff’s office, you are allowed to post a bond for a family member or friend.
False
Who is in control of the SRT team and who is in charge of calling them out to an incident?
The Sheriff
During the booking process, an IAQ is ran on whom?
Anyone who was born outside the US
Who is the contributing agency on the fingerprint machine?
NCSO
Who is the controlling agency on the fingerprint machine?
The arresting agency
When booking an individual into the jail on a NCIC charge, what is the proper court code?
NCC
If an officer fails an evaluation, how long are they placed on probation?
90 days
Mustaches are permissible if kept trimmed and are no longer than ____________. Beards are permissible if they are no longer than ____________.
Bottom of the chin bone,
1/2 inch or less and well groomed
No visible jewelry shall be worn by any uniform deputy other than ________________.
Wedding rings and watches
True/False. Every inmate that comes into the facility except for book and release must be entered into cobra.
False
Any employee who believes that they have been sexually harassed must contact supervisory personnel or the county legal department within ___ working days of the incident.
5
Detention center personnel per policy will supervise inmates in a manner that is ________________________.
Firm, Fair and Consistent
What legal documentation is needed from USM office to take custody of an inmate who is already in custody at NCDC awaiting trial in state court?
Writ of habeas corpus
True/False. An inmate housed on contract hold for the USM office at NCDC can be served a local warrant and seen in District, NCC or local court.
False
True/False. A Family member or friend of an inmate that blocked their phone number can call the on-duty supervisor and have the block removed.
False
NCDC Policy and procedure will be reviewed and revised how often?
Annually
Per Policy, candidates for a particular position will be evaluated on what basis?
Objectively, competitively, fairly and on the same basis
Per NCDC laundry policy dictates inmate shoe exchange will happen ________ a month and is on the ______________ of the month.
Twice, 1st and 3rd week.
When may an inmate apply for good time?
30 Days
Maintenance tools are considered?
Hazardous and dangerous
How many request forms can an inmate have at any given time
2
What is included in an indigent letter pack
10 sheets of paper, 5 stamped envelopes and 1 pencil
What is included in a legal indigent letter pack
6 sheets of paper, 2 manila envelopes and 1 pencil
What is considered legal paperwork?
Anything from the following:
Wyoming attorney general’s office
United states attorney general’s office
United states Department of Justice
Prosecuting attorneys
Defense attorneys
Federal, states, local or tribal courts
Legal aid
ACLU
What is allowed while on property restriction?
Two mattresses and legal paperwork
What does SIM stand for?
Specialty Impact Munitions
Per NCDC IHB specifies _____ minute time limit for phone calls and video visitation.
20
NCDC IHB allows an inmate to have ____ books in total on their personal property list.
3
What are the 3 classifications of transgender inmates?
Confirmed
Ambiguous status
Unsubstantiated status
A transgender or transexual person is defined as a person whose sense of identity as a man or woman is ___________ with their genitalia and other anatomic sexual characteristics.
Inconsistent
Case law that strip search is based on?
Florence vs. Board of Chosen freeholders County, Burlington
What 5 cases can an emergency strip search be done?
Injury to themselves
Injury staff
Injury to other inmates
Destroying county property
Jeopardy to the safety, security or orderly operation to the facility
What are the 4 duties of an IPSO?
Pat down of inmates
Feeding inmates
Perform safety and welfare checks
Interact with inmates and assist in administering programs and services
What is the laundry schedule
Monday - C, D, K
Tuesday - B, E, F
Wednesday - G, H
Thursday - J, K
Friday - D, C, B
Saturday - E, F, H
Sunday - A, J, G
How are grievance/request forms to be answered?
At the lowest level possible
What is the purpose of 3 steps in the pre-admission process?
- The arresting officer has valid authority to have the person confined.
- The person being confined has no serious illness or injury requiring immediate medical attention.
- Appropriate levels of security are maintained.
NCDC IHB states indigent hygiene items and razors are available to inmates on what days?
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
NCDC IHB after release, commissary, will be kept at the jail for ___ days. After that has commenced the commissary will be destroyed.
3 days
NCDC Policy states employees will follow policy and procedure except when the following:
- Procedure would endanger life or health of inmate, employee or visitor.
- When a ranking officer issues a verbal or written order.
NCDC does not discriminate against any inmate based on:
Sex, Race, religious beliefs or national origin or handicap status
NCDC Policy states a medical assessment is done to determine the following:
If the prisoner should be refused
If the prisoner is suicidal
If the Prisoner has any medical issues.
When an emergency happens with an inmate on transport, the transporting officer is responsible for giving what information to dispatch?
Type of Problem
Type of assistance required
Location
Who determines a transgender inmate’s status?
Nurse
NCDC Policy states that perimeter check will be performed how often?
Once a shift
What are the four elements of Non-deadly force?
Ability
Opportunity
Jeopardy
Preclusion
What are the 9 items that the controller is required to list on the bond envelope when completing a bond?
Inmate Name
Date
Amount of Bond
CR #
Court
Arresting Agency
Charges
Who posted the bond
Initial appearance date if applicable
Name the Type of emergencies.
Riot
Escape
Walkaway
Break in custody
Suicide/Death
Natural disaster
Fire
Hostage
Bomb threat
Mass arrest/Overcrowding
Change in policy will be based on what factors?
Case law
State and Federal statutes
Requirements of the district Judge
Facility needs
Community Needs
How many consecutive hours can a Deputy Work?
16
How long can an inmate be in the multi-purpose room?
15 minutes
What are the 10 inmate rights according to policy?
Freedom of speech, religion and hygiene
Access to Court, legal material, programs and media
Protection from unreasonable search and seizure
Protection from harm
Grievance process
What is a level 1 rule violation?
Anything that interferes with the orderly operation of the facility
What is a level 2 rule violation?
Anything that could seriously threaten the orderly operation of the facility.
What is a level 3 rule violation?
Anything that is an immediate threat to the safety and security of the facility.
What may an inmate on AD status still receive from commissary?
writing materials and hygiene products.
What mail should be opened by an inmate in front of a Deputy?
Legal mail
What will happen if an inmate refuses to endorse a check?
It will be sent back to the sender
What will happen if an inmate receives a personal check or paycheck in the mail?
It will be sent back to the sender
What will happen if contraband is found in the mail?
Shift supervisor notified
Incident report and logged on daily log
If contraband is illegal, NCSO investigator will be contacted.
Can you open outgoing mail?
Yes, all outgoing mail can be inspected.
What must be done if legal mail is opened and inspected?
An incident report must be written
What 5 things must a controller put on cash envelope after the amount is verified?
Inmate name
Name Number
Date
Amount
Controller initials
What will the chaplain sign before going to the floor
A waiver of release