Illinois Administrative Code

Section 535.100 Procedure for Temporary Absence If a temporary absence is expected to be one day or less, the committed person's personal property need not be inventoried and packed, unless the committed person so requests. The following procedures shall be implemented when the c…

Section 535.110 Procedure for Parole or Discharge a) Prior to release on parole or discharge, it is the committed person's responsibility to pack personal property in containers provided and transport them to a designated storage area, under the supervision of a correctional empl…

Section 535.12 Definitions "Chief Administrative Officer" means the highest ranking official of a correctional facility. "Department" means the Department of Corrections. "Director" means the Director of the Department of Corrections. "Post/posted" means any means of making infor…

Section 535.120 Disposal of Personal Property Items a) Committed persons shall not give, loan, sell or trade personal property items to other committed persons, except where authorized by this Part. b) The ownership of an allowable property item may not be transferred from one co…

Section 535.130 Security of Personal Property a) Committed persons shall be responsible for their personal property which is in their possession or under their control, i.e., on their person or in their cell, living area or work area. b) Committed persons shall be responsible for…

Section 535.140 Unclaimed Personal Property Money or personal property held for a committed person who has separated from the Department by death, discharge, or unauthorized absence and which has not been claimed by the committed person or his legal representative may be disposed…

Section 535.15 Responsibilities a) Unless otherwise specified, the Director or Chief Administrative Officer may delegate responsibilities stated in this Part to another person or persons or designate another person or persons to perform the duties specified. b) No other individua…

Section 535.17 Personal Property Committed persons may only acquire personal property in accordance with provisions of this Part, 20 Ill. Adm. Code 525, or posted rules established by the Chief Administrative Officer where the committed person is assigned. (Source: Added at 14 Il…

Section 535.20 Permit The Chief Administrative Officer of the assigned facility may require committed persons to obtain a permit for certain personal property items. Permit requirements shall be posted. (Source: Amended at 14 Ill. Reg. 6765, effective May 1, 1990)

Section 535.30 Audio-Visual Equipment a) Each facility shall develop and post a list of authorized audio-visual equipment each committed person assigned to the general population may be permitted to retain. Detachable speakers shall not be permitted except at community correction…

Section 535.40 Reading Material a) Each facility shall develop and post a list of the amount of reading material each committed person may be permitted to possess at any one time. b) The quantity of other reading materials may be limited by the Chief Administrative Officer consis…

Section 535.50 Commissary Items and Outside Vendor Purchase All personal property purchases shall be made through the commissary, where possible. Outside vendor purchases shall be approved by and made through the facility, and such purchases shall be limited to items which are no…

Section 535.60 Jewelry A committed person may possess jewelry and shall be required to sign a statement of responsibility for such jewelry. Limits on the amount, nature or value of jewelry shall be set by the Chief Administrative Officer and shall be posted. (Source: Amended at 1…

Section 535.70 Clothing and Other Property The quantity of clothing and other property may be limited by the Chief Administrative Officer consistent with reasonable safety and security concerns which may include, among other matters, impairment of visual observation or search of …

Section 535.80 Procedure for New Admissions a) All sheriffs shall be supplied with a list of approved personal property items. Only the approved items will be accepted by the Department upon admission of the committed person. 1) Non-approved items shall be receipted and returned …

Section 535.90 Procedure for Institutional Transfers a) Intra-institutional Transfer 1) When a committed person's assignment to a cell, room, or dormitory is changed, the individual shall generally be responsible for identifying all personal property and packing it in the contain…

Section 540.10 Applicability This Part applies to the Community Services Division.

Section 540.20 Procedures a) Committed persons assigned to community correctional centers may be employed in regions designated by the Community Services Division in states adjacent to Illinois. b) Committed persons who wish to accept approved out-of-state employment must sign a …

Section 701.10 Administration a) Staff Training 1) All full-time jail officers shall be trained as provided by the Illinois Police Training Act [50 ILCS 705/8.1]. All personnel assigned jail duties shall be made familiar with these standards. The training shall include first aid,…

Section 701.100 Clothing, Personal Hygiene, Grooming a) Cleanliness 1) Mechanical washing and drying equipment and cleaning agents must be provided when detainees are required to supply and wear personal clothing. 2) When clothing is provided by the jail, clean clothing shall be …

Section 701.110 Food Services a) Meal and Food Service 1) Food must be of sufficient nutritional value and provide a minimum of 1,800 to 2,000 calories for adults and 2,500 to 3,000 calories for juveniles per day. 2) Food quantity must be sufficient to satisfy, within reason, the…

Section 701.120 Sanitation a) General Requirements 1) Non-carpeted floors shall be swept and mopped with detergent or a germicidal agent at least once daily. Germicidal cleaning agents shall be used on all floors in toilet, shower and food service areas. 2) Windows shall be clean…

Section 701.130 Supervision a) Shift Coverage 1) There must be a sufficient number of officers present in the jail, awake and alert at all times, to provide supervision directly or indirectly while detainees are in custody. A) Direct supervision means direct and continuous superv…

Section 701.140 Security a) Searches Detainees permitted to leave the confines of the jail temporarily, for any reason, shall be thoroughly searched prior to leaving and before re-entering the jail. b) Supervision Jail officers and other personnel assigned to jail duty must be tr…

Section 701.150 Safety a) Pre-Planning Each facility shall establish and maintain written procedures covering response to and drills for emergency situations, including, but not limited to, natural disasters and mass evacuation. Jail staff shall be trained on the procedures. b) F…

Section 701.160 Discipline a) Written Disciplinary Rules and Regulations The jail shall have and maintain written standards relating to discipline. The disciplinary rules and regulations must comply with Section 3.1 of the County Jail Good Behavior Allowance Act [730 ILCS 130/3.1…

Section 701.170 Employment of Detainees Assigning detainees to perform one or more of a variety of jobs is acceptable, especially within the areas of housekeeping and maintenance, except that such assignment shall not: a) Violate any personal right or jail standard; b) Be hazardo…

Section 701.180 Mail Procedures a) Scope 1) A detainee may correspond with anyone in the free community provided the correspondence is not a known violation of any state or federal law, except: A) A detainee may be permitted to correspond with an individual who is incarcerated in…

Section 701.190 Telephone a) Detainees may place at least one telephone call each week. Additional calls may be permitted by the jail administrator. b) Detainees may be required to bear the expense of any telephone calls they make or to place only collect calls. c) A minimum of f…

Section 701.20 Personnel a) Jail Officer Staffing 1) Each jail must have sufficient personnel to provide adequate 24-hour supervision of detainees. 2) A jail administrator, qualified by training and experience to supervise staff and detainees, shall be appointed when the average …

Section 701.200 Visiting a) Visit Regulations The jail administrator shall prescribe regulations relative to visits with detainees. 1) Regulations shall provide a schedule identifying no fewer than two visiting days each week, one of which must be during the weekend. 2) At least …

Section 701.210 Social Service Programs Jails are encouraged to provide Social Service Programs and enlist volunteers, including groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous, religious volunteers, and volunteer counselors or groups offering needed services, to particip…

Section 701.220 Education a) Jails are encouraged to provide relevant educational programs that may include: 1) Adult Basic Education Courses aimed at reducing the level of illiteracy by increasing individual reading vocabulary, encouraging writing skills, explaining basic arithm…

Section 701.230 Library a) Library services shall be made available to all detainees. Library materials shall include up-to-date informational, recreational, legal, and educational resources. 1) Detainee access to current Illinois Compiled Statutes shall be provided. 2) Detainee …

Section 701.240 Religious Services a) Detainees shall be afforded an opportunity to participate in religious services and receive religious counseling. b) Detainees shall not be required to attend or participate in religious services or discussions. (Source: Amended at 21 Ill. Re…

Section 701.250 Commissary a) Each jail may establish and maintain a commissary system to provide detainees with items or access to services approved by the Sheriff. b) No member of the jail staff shall gain personal profit, directly or indirectly, as a result of the commissary s…

Section 701.260 Recreation and Leisure Time a) All construction designs submitted for approval after publication of these standards must include an exercise room or yard of sufficient area to allow strenuous physical exercise. A day room may be designated as an exercise room prov…

Section 701.270 Juvenile Detention a) Statutory Provisions Sections 5-3 and 5-7 of the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 [705 ILCS 405/5-3 and 5-7] state: 1) "Delinquent Minor" means any minor who prior to his or her 17th birthday has violated or attempted to violate, regardless of wher…

Section 701.280 Temporary Detention Standards In addition to the standards in Section 701.270, the standards in this Section apply to any juvenile remanded to the custody of the sheriff who is being detained in excess of 36 hours for up to seven days. a) Each youth shall be offer…

Section 701.290 Standards for Detention of Youths Prosecuted Under the Criminal Code of 1961 In addition to the standards in Section 701.270, the standards in this Section apply to any juvenile remanded to the custody of the sheriff who is being prosecuted under the Criminal Code…

Section 701.30 Records a) Booking and Personal Record Information A booking and personal record file for each detainee received shall be established and maintained in accordance with Section 701.40(k). b) Monthly Reports 1) Each jail administrator shall submit to the Unit a month…

Section 701.40 Admission Procedures a) Posting of Rights A Notice of Rights, available from the Unit, and jail rules and regulations shall be conspicuously posted in all receiving rooms and in common areas to provide maximum accessibility to detainees. b) Pat Down Search Detainee…

Section 701.5 Definitions "Business Day" means a regular working day, excluding weekends and recognized holidays. "Department" means the Illinois Department of Corrections. "Jail and Detention Standards Unit" means the unit within the Department of Corrections that is authorized …

Section 701.50 Orientation a) Orientation information shall be provided in a manner that the detainee is able to understand. Special assistance shall be provided as needed. b) The detainee orientation shall include, but not be limited to: 1) Information pertaining to rising and r…

Section 701.60 Release Procedures a) Identification 1) Positive detainee identification shall be made by the releasing officer before discharge, transfer or release is effected. 2) When a detainee is discharged or is released to the custody of another, a record shall be made of t…

Section 701.70 Classification and Separation a) Classification Information Each facility shall have written guidelines for the classification of detainees that specify criteria and procedures for determining and changing the status, assignment or security of a detainee. To determ…

Section 701.80 Housing a) Cell and Detention Room Space 1) At least 50 square feet of floor space shall be provided in each cell, with a minimum ceiling height of eight feet. 2) At least 64 square feet of floor space shall be provided for each detention room with a minimum ceilin…

Section 701.90 Medical and Mental Health Care a) Medical and Mental Health Services All jails shall provide a competent medical authority to ensure that the following documented medical and mental health services are available: 1) Collection and diagnosis of complaints. 2) Treatm…

Section 720.10 Legal Authority to Establish Standards and Exercise Supervision over Jails In accordance with Section 3-15-2 of the Unified Code of Corrections [730 ILCS 5/3-15-2]: a) The Department shall establish minimum standards for the physical condition of jails and for the …

Section 720.100 Fire Protection a) Based on the size of the facility, there shall be at least one fire extinguisher installed in the basement and on each floor for each 5,000 square feet of floor area. 1) Extinguishers shall be readily accessible to staff but not to detainees. Th…