Items required for the conduct of a religious activity may be purchased and supplied by the OYA, or donated by a religious representative, religious volunteer, or other approved source at the discretion of the OYA.

1. (1) All items utilized in religious practices are subject to search by OYA staff prior to introduction into the facility. Staff conducting such search will do so in a manner that reflects an awareness of and sensitivity to the individual religious belief and respect for the objects/symbols used in the religious practice.

2. (2)

   1. (a) Items not approved will be considered contraband and subject to confiscation.
   2. (b) Supplying contraband is a felony, and the OYA will initiate criminal charges against any person committing such crime.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 420A.025

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 420A.108

History

OYA 4-2006, f. & cert. ef. 2-17-06
OYA 4-2002, f. & cert. ef. 1-18-02
OYA 2-1995, f. 12-19-95, cert. ef. 1-2-96