Utah Admin. Code R547-2-3 - Credit for Good Behavior

(1) A minor placed in secure detention may receive credit for good behavior while on a commitment after disposition, pursuant to Subsection 80-6-704(4). The rate of credit will be one day of credit for every three days of good behavior spent in detention.

(2) To be considered for good behavior a minor must, for three days, have no serious problem behavior. Significant problem behavior can be:

(a) physical aggression toward others;

(b) verbal threats to kill or harm someone;

(c) repeated display of gang affiliation;

(d) significant property damage;

(e) repeated disruptions that create an unsafe environment;

(f) encouraging or supporting others to engage in any serious problem behavior; or

(g) possession of contraband that can harm someone.

(3) A determination of what constitutes good behavior and significant problem behavior shall be made by the facility administration in accordance with this rule.

(4) A juvenile offender may appeal a denial of good time or the determination of serious problem behavior to the Division Director or designee.

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Utah Admin. Code R547-2-3

Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-06, effective 3/4/2022