Massachusetts § 39E - Restrictive housing; access to vocational, educational and rehabilitative programs
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 39E — Restrictive housing; access to vocational, educational and rehabilitative programs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39E. Restrictive housing; access to vocational, educational and rehabilitative programs
Section 39E. Pursuant to regulations promulgated by the commissioner, prisoners held in restrictive housing for a period of more than 60 days shall have access to vocational, educational and rehabilitative programs to the maximum extent possible consistent with the safety and security of the unit and shall receive good time for participation at the same rates as the general population.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 39E
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 39E cover?
Section 39E ("Restrictive housing; access to vocational, educational and rehabilitative programs") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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