Oklahoma § 74-192.7 - Written policies for classification and segregation of

§ 74-192.7. Written policies for classification and segregation of

inmates.

The facility administrator shall develop and implement written

policies for the classification and segregation of inmates to ensure

the safety of inmates and staff. The following criteria shall be

implemented to ensure an adequate classification and segregation

system:

1. Inmates of opposite genders shall be housed in separated

living areas. Separation shall be by substantial architectural

arrangements which permit no sustained sight contact. Housing of

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inmates with mixed gender identification will be administered in a

manner to maximize inmate safety;

2. Inmates considered to be a threat to other inmates or staff

shall be housed separately from other inmates based upon the

following criteria:

a.

the past criminal history of the inmate,

b.

the nature and severity of the charges pending against

the inmate,

c.

the behavior of the inmate while in the facility, and

d.

other relevant reasons as directed by the

administrator;

3. Inmates may be double-celled or confined to dormitory-style

housing if the floor space meets the square footage requirements.

Such inmates shall be afforded temporary sleeping surfaces on an

interim basis and shall receive the same living conditions and

privileges as those occupying the general population. A fire-safe

cot and industry products such as those referred to as “boats” are

examples of suitable temporary sleeping surfaces. Any exceptions

regarding conditions and privileges shall be defined by the

administrator;

4. Inmates who are intoxicated or under the influence of a

controlled substance shall be housed separately from other inmates

until such time as the medical authority or the facility

administrator determines their suitability for placement into the

general population or other appropriate housing;

5. Inmates who appear to have a significant medical or

psychiatric problem may be separated from other inmates;

6. Unsentenced inmates shall be separated from sentenced

inmates to the extent possible and shall be permitted whatever

confinement is least restrictive unless inmate behavior or other

security considerations dictate otherwise; and

7. Classification and segregation shall not be determined

solely on the basis of race, color, creed, or national origin.

Added by Laws 2025, c. 11, § 8, emerg. eff. April 28, 2025.