New York Codes Rules Regulations (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 7. Department of Corrections and Community Supervision |
Chapter X. Facility Administration |
Part 1701. Double-Cell Housing in Existing Correctional Facilities |
Sec. 1701.3. Cell selection
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- (a) The commissioner or deputy commissioner for correctional facilities shall establish the specific number of proposed double-cells within a correctional facility.(b) The superintendent shall designate specific cells within the facility for proposed conversion to double-cell housing. Such cells should be distributed as evenly as possible between cell tiers in general population and located as close to an officer's station as feasible. Cells within designated special housing units may not be considered for double-cell housing without approval from the commissioner or deputy commissioner for correctional facilities.(c) Upon approval by the commissioner or deputy commissioner for correctional facilities, the facility double-cell housing plan shall be submitted for authorization to the SCOC in accordance with Part 7621 of Title 9 NYCRR.