West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 94 - Regional Jail And Correction Facility Authority
West Virginia Code of State Rules
Agency 94 – Regional Jail and Correctional Facility Authority
Overview
Agency 94 governs the operation, management, and oversight of regional jails and correctional facilities in West Virginia. The Authority established under this agency is responsible for ensuring the secure, humane, and efficient detention and rehabilitation of inmates in regional correctional facilities.
Purpose and Scope
To administer and operate regional jails and correctional facilities under uniform standards.
To promote safety and security for inmates, staff, and the public.
To ensure compliance with regulations related to facility construction, operation, and inmate management.
To provide policies that support rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.
Key Provisions
1. Authority and Administration
The Authority manages regional jail and correctional facility operations.
It establishes policies and procedures for facility management, staffing, budgeting, and maintenance.
The Authority oversees contracts and agreements related to construction and operation of correctional facilities.
2. Facility Standards and Construction
Standards for the design, construction, and maintenance of regional jails are defined.
Facilities must meet specific safety, security, and operational criteria.
Requirements include provisions for inmate housing, recreational areas, medical facilities, and staff accommodations.
3. Inmate Management
Policies govern inmate admission, classification, housing, and release.
Rules cover inmate conduct, discipline, and grievance procedures.
The Authority ensures inmates receive access to medical care, education, and rehabilitation programs.
4. Staffing and Training
The Authority sets minimum staffing levels for security and support personnel.
Training requirements for correctional officers and facility staff are established.
Policies promote professionalism, safety, and effective management of inmates.
5. Safety and Security
The rules emphasize measures to maintain facility security and prevent escapes, violence, or contraband.
Procedures for searches, monitoring, and emergency response are detailed.
Use of force policies and incident reporting requirements are included.
6. Financial Management
The Authority manages funds allocated for regional jail operations.
Budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting procedures are specified.
Cost-sharing arrangements among counties or entities served by regional jails are outlined.
7. Reporting and Oversight
Facilities must maintain records on inmate populations, incidents, and operations.
The Authority conducts audits, inspections, and performance evaluations.
Reports are submitted to relevant oversight bodies as required.
Administrative Procedures
The Authority holds meetings and establishes committees to guide operations.
Rules specify how notices, communications, and official actions are managed.
Procedures for handling complaints, disputes, or violations within the facilities are established.
Summary
Agency 94 creates a detailed framework for managing West Virginia’s regional jails and correctional facilities. It addresses facility standards, inmate management, staff training, safety, and financial oversight to ensure secure, efficient, and humane corrections operations. The Regional Jail and Correctional Facility Authority acts as the central governing body for these functions.
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