N.J. Admin. Code § 13:95-5.6

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

Section 13:95-5.6 - Pat search

(a) A pat search shall be conducted while the juvenile is fully clothed. A pat search includes both the touching of the juvenile's body through clothing, including hair, dentures, etc., and a thorough examination into pockets, cuffs, seams, etc., and all personal property in the juvenile's possession.

(b) Pat searches of juveniles may be conducted at any time in the following circumstances:

1. Prior to the departure or return of the juvenile to or from any area where the juvenile has had access to dangerous or valuable items;

2. Prior to entering or departing the visiting room; or

3. Under any other circumstances where conditions indicate a need for such searches, as, for example, upon departure of juveniles from kitchen or dining areas.

(c) In addition to the foregoing routine searches, a pat search may be conducted at any time when there is a reasonably clear indication that the juvenile is carrying contraband. Factors which may form the basis for such search may include:

1. Personal observations of activities or conditions which may be interpreted in light of the custody staff member's experience and knowledge of the juvenile as indicating the possession of contraband; or

2. Information received from a third party who is believed to be reliable.

(d) Pat searches shall be conducted by custody staff members of the same gender as the juvenile, except in emergency situations when ordered by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or the highest ranking custody supervisor on duty.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:95-5.6