N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:17-5.21

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 10A:17-5.21 - Files and records

(a) During reception into a correctional facility, each inmate's religious preference shall be recorded in his or her classification record.

(b) The inmate shall promptly notify the Classification Officer of any change in religious affiliation, which shall then be entered into the inmate's classification record.

(c) The chaplain shall have access to records of inmates in accordance with 10A:22-2.6 and any written internal management procedures of the correctional facility. The chaplain may enter into the records any information deemed pertinent to the treatment of inmates.

(d) The chaplain and/or Coordinator, Chaplaincy Services, or designee shall maintain a record of the following:

1. All religious denominations or groups which are represented in the correctional facility;

2. The names, addresses and religious affiliation of all part-time chaplains;

3. Volunteer religious group leaders or groups from the community who are permitted to conduct religious activities in the correctional facility; and

4. Worship services and related activities that are scheduled weekly.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:17-5.21

Amended by 48 N.J.R. 1459(a), effective 7/18/2016