New York Codes Rules Regulations (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 9. Executive Department |
Subtitle AA. State Commission of Correction |
Chapter IV. Minimum Standards and Regulations for Management of Secure Facilities Operated by the Office of Children and Family Service |
Part 7435. Deathbed and Funeral Visits |
Sec. 7435.6. Food, lavatory, and lodging stops
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- (a) Residents participating in deathbed or funeral visits shall be given the opportunity to eat during regular meal times.(b) Lavatory stops shall be made only as the need arises and as security permits. Whenever possible, such stops shall be made at facilities approved by OCFS.(c) If it is not possible to utilize a secure facility, every attempt shall be made to utilize facilities with as little public presence and access as possible.(d) If a deathbed or funeral visit requires a resident’s absence from a secure facility overnight, the resident shall be housed at facilities approved by OCFS.