POLICY BULLETIN

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What is new/changed?

Commissioner's Directive 566-7 - Searching of Inmates has been revised to incorporate provisions regarding an inmate's opportunity for reasonable access to legal counsel in cases where the need for a body cavity search has been identified and authorized by the Institutional Head. Also, additional requirements have been specified with regard to the handling of religious or spiritual items seized as a result of a search.

Why was the policy changed?

The policy was changed to ensure that the rights of inmates to have access to legal counsel, before consenting to a body cavity search, is clearly indicated in policy.

How it was developed?

The policy changes were developed in consultation with the following branches of National Headquarters: Security, Legal Services, Aboriginal Initiatives, and the Women Offender Sector.

Accountability?

The Institutional Head and CSC staff involved in searching of inmates and all areas of an institution, including CCCs.

Who will be affected by the policy?

CSC staff involved in searching of staff, visitors, inmates and all areas of an institution, including CCCs.

Expected cost?

None.

Other impacts?

None.

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