N.J. Admin. Code § 13:103-7.27 - Procedure for handling correspondence removed from the juvenile's possession

(a) When correspondence is removed from the juvenile's possession under the provisions of N.J.A.C. 13:103-7.24, the following action shall be taken:

1. The staff member who removes the correspondence from the juvenile must submit a written report no later than the end of the shift to the shift coordinator identifying:

i. The correspondence removed;

ii. The name of the juvenile from whom it was removed;

iii. The time and date of removal; and

iv. The category that the correspondence violates;

2. The decision of the staff member shall be reviewed by the Superintendent or designee;

3. The correspondence shall be returned to the juvenile within 48 hours if the Superintendent or designee disagrees with the determination of the staff member;

4. The written report shall be initialed and returned to the staff member if the Superintendent or designee agrees with the determination; and

5. The staff member shall provide the juvenile, within 72 hours of the removal, with a written notice that identifies:

i. The correspondence removed;

ii. The reason for removing it; and

iii. The juvenile's right to appeal the removal.

Notes

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:103-7.27