1. (1) All general library books and materials entering Department of Corrections facilities and made available to adults in custody shall conform to the department’s standards for mail in OAR 291-131.

2. (2) The following information will be included in the general library services handout at the adult in custody’s orientation to the Department of Corrections facility:

   1. (a) Days and times when the general library is open for use, depending on available space and supervision;
   2. (b) The process for checking out, renewing, and returning books and materials;
   3. (c) The maximum number of five general library books and materials that may be checked out from the general library at any given time; and
   4. (d) The length of time books and materials may be kept before it is considered overdue.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 & 423.075

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 & 423.075

History

DOC 18-2025, amend filed 10/07/2025, effective 10/07/2025
CD 2-1995, f. & cert. ef. 1-18-95
CD 49-1986, f. & ef. 11-20-86
CD 60-1985, f. & ef. 8-16-85
CD 34-1978, f. & ef. 11-3-78