- A. The "Disciplinary Rules and Procedures for Juvenile Offenders" are established to help provide structure and organization for the institution, and a framework within which the offender population can expect the disciplinary system to function. They must be followed at all juvenile facilities.
- B. These rules, regulations, and procedures may only be changed by the secretary of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections.
- C. In the event of a genuine emergency, such as a serious disturbance disrupting normal operations or a natural disaster, the secretary or his designee may suspend any and all disciplinary rules and procedures for the duration of the emergency. Full hearings must be held within a reasonable time after the end of the emergency for those offenders who were subject to serious sanctions (those that would have been appealable to the secretary under the provisions of these rules).
- D. The pronouns "he" and "his" as they appear herein are used for convenience only and are not intended to discriminate against female employees or offenders.
Authority Note
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 15:823.
Historical Note
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Corrections Services, Office of Youth Development, LR 20:58 (January 1994).