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

Oklahoma Statutes

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

Oklahoma § 74-192.7

Title 74State Government

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Okla. Stat. tit. 74, § 74-192.7 (2026).

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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 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 pe

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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 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.