CDCR Inmate Disciplinary Procedures

Question 1

What form is used to document a serious rules violation in the CDCR disciplinary system?

Accepted Answer

CDC 115 (Rules Violation Report)

Answer

CDC 128-B (Counseling Chrono)

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CDC 602 (Inmate Appeal)

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CDC 7501 (Incident Report)

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a CDC 128-B (Counseling Chrono) in CDCR?

Accepted Answer

To document minor rule violations and informal counseling

Answer

To report serious crimes committed by inmates

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To authorize administrative segregation placement

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To request medical treatment for an inmate

Question 3

In CDCR's rules violation classification system, which division represents the MOST serious offenses?

Accepted Answer

Division A

Answer

Division B

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Division C

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Division F

Question 4

How many hours before a disciplinary hearing must an inmate receive a copy of the Rules Violation Report (CDC 115)?

Accepted Answer

24 hours

Answer

48 hours

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72 hours

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12 hours

Question 5

Who typically serves as the Senior Hearing Officer (SHO) in CDCR formal disciplinary hearings?

Accepted Answer

A Correctional Lieutenant

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A Correctional Captain

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A Correctional Sergeant

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A Correctional Officer

Question 6

What standard of proof is required to find an inmate guilty in a CDCR disciplinary hearing?

Accepted Answer

Preponderance of evidence

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Beyond a reasonable doubt

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Clear and convincing evidence

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Probable cause

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a Division A rules violation in CDCR?

Accepted Answer

Murder or attempted murder of any person

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Possession of unauthorized property

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Failure to report to a work assignment

Answer

Using disrespectful language toward staff