CDCR Inmate Disciplinary Procedures 2

Question 1

What right do inmates have regarding requesting witnesses at a CDCR disciplinary hearing?

Accepted Answer

They may request witnesses, but the SHO can deny irrelevant or redundant requests

Answer

Inmates have due process rights to request witnesses, but the Senior Hearing Officer may deny requests deemed irrelevant, redundant, or that would pose a security risk.

Question 2

What does it mean when a CDCR disciplinary charge is officially 'dismissed'?

Accepted Answer

The charges are dropped and no penalty is assessed

Answer

When a charge is dismissed, the Senior Hearing Officer has determined there is insufficient evidence to sustain it, and no disciplinary penalty is imposed on the inmate.

Question 3

What is Administrative Segregation (Ad-Seg) primarily used for in CDCR disciplinary procedures?

Accepted Answer

To house inmates pending investigation or who pose an immediate safety threat

Answer

Administrative Segregation is a temporary, non-punitive housing status used to house inmates who pose an immediate threat to safety or institutional security, including those pending disciplinary investigation.

Question 4

Within how many calendar days must CDCR staff complete a Rules Violation Report after a violation is discovered?

Accepted Answer

15 calendar days

Answer

CDCR policy requires staff to complete a Rules Violation Report within 15 calendar days of discovering the violation to ensure timely documentation and processing.

Question 5

What is 'Informal Resolution' in CDCR's disciplinary process?

Accepted Answer

Addressing minor violations through counseling without a formal hearing

Answer

Informal Resolution allows staff to address minor rule violations through counseling documented on a CDC 128-B Chrono, bypassing the need for a formal disciplinary hearing.

CDCR - California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Practice Test

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CDCR Inmate Disciplinary Procedures 2