CD 710-8: Private Family Visits

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What is the minimum level of authority that can approve private family visits?

Correctional Manager (correct)

Correctional Officer II

Institutional Head

Assistant Warden

Who is responsible for ensuring that follow-up is conducted with inmates and/or visitors after private family visits?

Assistant Warden, Operations (correct)

Correctional Manager

Institutional Head

Correctional Officer II

What information should be made available to visitors regarding family violence?

Guidelines for private family visits

Post-visit evaluations

Family violence prevention information (correct)

Financial assistance programs

When the private family visit unit is not in use for family visits, what can it be authorized for?

Individual time for inmates (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which assessment must be conducted if concerns arise during the private family visit process?

Community Assessment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the Correctional Officer II regarding inmate requests?

Process requests within prescribed timeframes (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who can conduct interviews with visitors if concerns are identified?

The Visit and Correspondence Officer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered during the Threat Risk Assessment for Private Family Visits?

Family violence history and information from the visitor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame in which the inmate and visitor(s) can make representations after receiving the written notification of refusal or suspension?

Five working days (D) Signup and view all the answers

How long do inmate and visitor(s) have to wait for the final decision after the review is conducted?

Fifteen working days (D) Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for a re-assessment of risk to occur after a refusal or suspension?

New information that changes the decision (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which document informs inmates of their right to grieve the decision after a refusal or suspension?

CD 081 - Offender Complaints and Grievances (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum period required before an inmate can reapply following a refusal or suspension?

Six months (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action must be taken if the risk continues after refusal or suspension?

Continuation of the refusal or suspension (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which group of individuals constitutes the 'immediate family' of an offender?

Parents, children, and common-law partners (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of private family visits within a penitentiary?

To maintain positive community and familial relationships (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'close personal relationship' within the context provided?

A relationship characterized by shared significant life experiences (C) Signup and view all the answers

What document is referenced for assessing family violence risk?

Family Violence Risk Assessment (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who may serve as an 'accompanying adult' when bringing minor children to visit an inmate?

An adult who has reached the age of majority and completed a visiting application (D) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes 'family violence' as defined in the provided content?

Any behavior that harms a family member psychologically or physically (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following assessments is concerned with danger to the management of an offender?

Threat Risk Assessment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who conducts the post private family visit interview with the inmate and visitor(s)?

Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals is NOT eligible for private family visits?

Inmates undergoing unescorted temporary absences for family contact (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be submitted by visitors as proof of a common-law relationship?

Declaration of a Common-Law Union (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration for a private family visit?

72 hours (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens if there are concerns noted after the Statement of Voluntary Participation form is received?

Interview with the visitor(s) is conducted (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a private family visit be refused or suspended?

Suspicion of criminal activity during the visit (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Correctional Manager regarding private family visit applications?

Provide recommendations and rationale (A) Signup and view all the answers

To whom must any suspicion of abuse or criminal activity during a private family visit be reported?

Correctional Manager (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must the Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker ensure is completed upon receipt of the inmate’s application?

Statement of Voluntary Participation and Consent (C) Signup and view all the answers

How soon must the post private family visit interview results be documented in a Casework Record?

Within five working days (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Parole Officer in the private family visit process?

Consult with the Correctional Officer and Correctional Manager (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following documents is used for Threat Risk Assessment for Private Family Visits?

CSC/SCC 1527 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of all staff after a private family visit?

Immediately report any concerns to the Correctional Manager (B) Signup and view all the answers

If an inmate's security classification changes, what must occur regarding previously approved visits?

A recommendation regarding the visit must be submitted (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Responsibilities

Institutional Head: Implements Standing Order for private family visits, ensuring safety and security. May delegate approval authority to Correctional Manager. Develops and implements review/decision-making processes for visit requests. Can authorize inmate time in the unit when not used for family visits. Reports suspected criminal activity to police.
Assistant Warden, Operations: Ensures family violence prevention info is available to visitors. Advises inmates and visitors of rules, regulations, expectations, and responsibilities. Conducts follow-up with inmates and visitors after visits. Provides access to victim services and Restorative Opportunities Program information to visitors.
Correctional Manager: Reviews private family visit applications and provides recommendations to the decision-maker.
Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker: Processes inmate requests for private family visits within timeframes. Conducts Threat Risk Assessments (CSC/SCC 1529 or 1527), consulting with Correctional Manager and considering family violence history and visitor statements (CSC/SCC 0531). Determines if a Community Assessment (CD 715-3) is needed. Interviews visitors if concerns arise (or delegates to Visit & Correspondence Officer). Conducts follow-up interviews with inmate and (if needed) visitors after the visit.
Visit and Correspondence Officer: Interviews visitors/family, as requested by Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker, before visitors leave the institution.
All Staff: Immediately report any suspected abuse or criminal activity during private family visits to the Correctional Manager.

Eligibility

Inmates: Eligible for private family visits unless at risk for family violence, participating in unescorted temporary absences, in a Special Handling Unit, or recommended for transfer. Not eligible for visits with other inmates.
Visitors: Immediate family members (spouse, children, parents, grandparents etc.) and individuals with close personal relationships are eligible. Proof of common-law relationship is the inmate/visitor's responsibility. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Mother-Child Program

Visit applications for mother-child visits are managed according to the Mother-Child Program (CD 768) rather than the general private family visit application process.

Approval Process

Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker: Completes required forms (Application, Statement of Voluntary Participation, Declaration of Common-Law Union (if applicable), Visiting Application, Child Safety Waiver (if applicable)). Interviews visitors with concerns (documented within 5 working days). Consults with Correctional Manager and Parole Officer; requests Community Assessments if necessary. Completes Threat Risk Assessments (within 30 days, 60 days with assessments).
Correctional Manager: Reviews applications, provides a detailed recommendation to the decision-maker. Records recommendations and decisions on the CSC Board Review Sheet and shares with the inmate.
Transfers/Security Changes: Previous approval decisions are reviewed when there are inmate transfers/security classification changes. New assessments aren't required unless significant changes have occurred.

Duration and Frequency

Private family visits are normally up to 72 hours every 2 months, unless otherwise specified by the Standing Order.

Safety Measures

Regular, least intrusive contact is made with inmates and visitors during visits to ensure institution security and visitor/inmate safety.
Post-visit interviews are documented within 5 working days.
Concerns are immediately reported to the Correctional Manager, documented in a report, and shared with the Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker and Parole Officer.

Refusal or Suspension

Visits can be refused or suspended by the Institutional Head if there are reasonable grounds to suspect jeopardization of security or safety, a criminal offence plan/commission, or if visit restrictions are insufficient to manage the risk.
Inmate and visitors are informed in writing of the reasons and have 5 working days to respond. Reviews happen within 5 working days. Decision is communicated within 15 working days, with appeals rights.
Re-application following a refusal/suspension requires a new risk assessment, at least six months later or when new information is obtained to change the decision.

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This quiz covers the responsibilities and procedures related to private family visits in a correctional facility. It outlines the roles of various staff members, including the Institutional Head, Assistant Warden, and Correctional Officers. Understanding these procedures is essential for maintaining safety and ensuring compliance with regulations.