1.2 Radical bizarre, carved, double-parted or other types of exotic hairstyles are prohibited.

1.3 Hair that is long enough to touch the top of the shoulders shall be worn tied back in a ponytail or bun seven days a week. Inmates may untie ponytails:

1.3.1 While in their assigned housing unit.

1.3.2 When going to or from the restroom or shower areas.

1.4 Inmates may wear their hair braided.

1.4.1 To allow the hair to be inspected for contraband during a search, staff shall direct inmates to remove braids or other concealing hair styles.

1.4.2 If an inmate is unable or unwilling to comply with a directive to remove the braids or otherwise loosen the hair:

1.6 Hair Dyes - Hair dyes or other chemical agents to change the color of an inmate's hair is prohibited.

1.7 Head Gear

1.2 Mustaches shall be kept neatly trimmed and shall not extend below the upper lip or beyond the corners of the mouth on either side.

1.3 Sideburns shall not extend below the center of the ear opening and shall be no wider at the bottom than at the top.

1.4 Full beards or partial beards (such as Fu Manchu, Vandyke or goatee styles) are not authorized. Exceptions for full beards may only be granted for medical reasons. Authorized beards shall be kept clean, trimmed and well-groomed at all times.

1.5 When facial hair is authorized by a Department contract physician for medical reasons, it shall not exceed one-fourth inch in length. A Inmate Grooming Waiver, Form 704-1, shall be placed in the medical file. A copy of the waiver shall also be provided to the inmate, who shall carry it at all times until it is rescinded. A description of the particular medical condition shall be contained in the waiver form.

1.5.1 Once medically established, a chronic facial condition shall preclude shaving for an indefinite period of time.

1.6 Inmates shall be clean shaven at all times, except for authorized facial hair.

1.1.1 Be issued immediately after completing the initial intake/diagnostic process.

1.1.2 Be yellow in color.

1.1.3 Have a current color photograph or computer image and contain the inmate's name, ADC number, height, weight, date of birth, eye and hair color.

1.2 Inmates shall keep their identification card on their person at all times including recreation, except during a work or recreational activity where the supervising staff member holds the identification card.

1.3 When outside of their housing area, inmates shall have their identification card attached and prominently displayed toward the front, above the waist.

1.3.1 When no shirt is worn, the identification card shall be attached to the waistband of the lower garment, over the left hip.

1.3.2 Identification cards shall not be worn attached to the zipper or groin area of a lower garment.

1.3.3 Inmates shall immediately surrender their identification card for inspection and identification upon staff request.

1.4 When an inmate is transported to or from a Department institution, the transportation officers shall retain possession of an inmate's identification card and shall surrender it to the receiving officer upon arrival.

1.5 Inmates shall present their identification card to the appropriate staff member to access mail, property, recreation, visitation, library, inmate store (canteen), security control points and other services as deemed appropriate.

1.6 Upon release from the institution, the inmate shall surrender the identification card to the Complex Offender Information Unit for placement into the institutional file.

1.2 The Department shall replace identification cards at no cost when facial hair is grown as prescribed by medical staff or an identification card is damaged through normal wear and tear.

1.2.1 Identification cards may be renewed every three to five years; to ensure photo remains current.

1.3 Inmates who lose or damage their identification card or clip, or who change their appearance shall immediately notify a staff member.

1.3.1 The assigned staff member shall:

1.3.1.1 Re-photograph inmates when a change in appearance occurs due to alteration of hair styles or growth of facial hair.

1.3.1.2 Complete an Inmate Request for Withdrawal, Form 905-1, when the identification card is replaced due to loss, damage or change of appearance.

1.3.1.3 Provide the replacement identification card to the inmate. Old identification cards shall be surrendered upon replacement.

1.3.2 Inmates shall:

1.3.2.1 Obtain approval from the Warden or Deputy Warden prior to a change of appearance, which shall not be granted more frequently than once every six months. Prior approval is not required for facial hair grown due to a medical condition.

1.3.2.2 Pay the cost of $5.00 for the replacement identification card, unless facial hair is grown for medical reasons or the card is replaced due to normal wear and tear. This cost includes distribution of updated photographs.

1.3.2.3 Purchase a replacement identification card clip at the inmate store.

1.1 Clothing shall be worn as designed. Dying, marking or otherwise altering clothing or wearing it in a "fad" style is forbidden.

1.1.1 Pants shall not be worn in a "sagging" manner where the waist band is low on the hips, or in a "highwater" style.

1.1.2 Rolling the collar of a shirt to change its appearance is prohibited.

1.1.3 Clothing that is too large or small is prohibited.

1.2 Inmates shall be dressed in gym shorts/pants/sweat pants and a shirt, or an appropriately fastened jumpsuit at all times when out of the cell or cubicle.

1.2.1 All shirts shall be neatly tucked in at all times when out of the housing unit with the exception of sweatshirts and pullover outerwear shirts.

1.2.2 Sweat pants and gym shorts shall only be worn for recreational activities when worn outside of the housing area.

1.2.3 When in the run or cell, inmates shall not be in any state of undress unless preparing for bed or immediately upon return from the shower.

1.2.4 Male inmates may remove their shirts while participating in authorized recreational activities on the unit designated athletic area as indicted in the applicable Institution Order.

1.2.5 Female inmates shall wear pajamas and a robe when in the living areas, and to and from the shower and restroom areas.

1.1 General Regulations - The following are prohibited:

1.1.1 Blocking of any fire door, cell wall and/or aisle.

1.1.2 Placing any item on any cell wall or covering cell windows.

1.1.3 Tampering with any security device, air vent, fire alarm system or light.

1.1.4 Clotheslines of any type. Items shall not be hung over beds, except for towels and wash cloths.

1.1.5 Homemade weights or exercise equipment of any kind.

1.1.6 Attaching of any item to the wall, outside or inside of the locker, shelf, drawer, ceiling, door and/or bed, electrical outlets or electrical conduit. Approved items may be attached on approved bulletin boards.

1.1.7 Any form of defacing; writing, drawing, painting on any part of the living area.

1.1.8 Floor coverings of any kind.

1.1.9 Smoking inside all buildings and living areas, and within 15 feet of building entrances or window openings.

1.1.10 Excessive noise, yelling and loud talking.

1.2 Electronic Equipment - Violations of the following shall result in the equipment being confiscated pending the resolution of the disciplinary process.

1.2.1 Televisions, radios and stereos shall only be operated while the headphones or earbuds are positioned over the ears and plugged into the equipment.

1.2.2 Only electrical guitars with the headphones or earbuds attached may be played inside the cell or housing unit. Acoustic guitars and harmonicas may only be played outside the living areas, in the day rooms or outside the building during recreation periods or other authorized unit activity.

1.2.3 Headphone volume shall not be loud enough as to be over heard by others.

1.2.4 All electronic equipment, with the exception of a clock, shall be turned off when the inmate leaves the cell or the run.

1.2.5 Inmates with reading lights shall not direct the light or shine on other inmates, and/or in another inmate's living area.

1.2.6 Additional pieces of equipment shall be neatly stored on the locker or shelf.

1.3  Laundering

1.3.1 Laundering of any items in the cell or any areas within the run is prohibited. The Deputy Warden may approve medical exceptions.

1.3.2 Towels and wash cloths shall be hung over the foot or the head of the bed in units where bed rails are available. When bed rails are unavailable, towels and wash cloths shall be hung on hooks or neatly folded and stored in the designated areas as identified in the applicable Institution Order.

1.3.3 Soiled laundry items shall be kept in fish net laundry bags and stored under the bed. When storage is unavailable, items shall be stored as outlined in the applicable Institution Orders.

1.4  Cell and Unit Regulations

1.4.1 Cell and cubicle floors shall be swept and neatly maintained on a daily basis.

1.4.2 Inmates shall remain in their assigned cell, bed or cubicle for count unless supervised by a staff member and placed on an authorized out-count. Inmates shall not be in the shower or toilet area for count, unless assigned to a single cell.

1.4.3 All food and beverage items shall be stored in their original containers and neatly stored in the locker, on shelves or in the inmate's cooler. Empty containers are prohibited.

1.4.3.1 Food items found in containers other than their original container, and/or empty containers shall be designated as contraband and confiscated.

1.4.3.2 Store purchased coolers shall be stored under the inmate's bed or desk, or as outlined in the applicable Institution Order.

1.4.4 Security night lights shall remain on at all times. Where applicable:

1.4.4.1 Run and/or dormitory lights shall be turned on no later than 0630 hours daily.

1.4.4.2 Run and/or dormitory lights shall be turned off at 2200 hours on week nights and 2400 hours on the weekend and holiday nights.

1.4.5 Beds and bedding regulations

1.4.5.1 Inmates are authorized one pillow, one mattress, one blanket for summer and two blankets for winter.

1.4.5.1.1 Inmates may receive additional items with written authorization from a medical or administrative staff.

1.4.5.1.2 Inmates being housed in tents shall be allowed three blankets from October 1st through April 30th.

1.4.5.2 All inmates' beds shall be made no later than 0730 hours each day or as authorized by the applicable Institution Orders.

1.4.5.2.1 Sheets and blankets shall be tightly tucked in under the mattress.

1.4.5.2.2 Blankets not in use shall be neatly folded at the foot of the bed. Comforters and personal bed spreads shall be neatly folded at the foot of the bed, in locations where these items are permitted.

1.4.5.2.3 Inmates who are night workers shall not be required to abide by the 0730 hours time frame; however, when the inmate is not working their beds shall be in compliance with this Department Order . A written "night worker" designation shall be posted at the inmate's housing area. Staff shall designate and identify night workers in accordance with the applicable Institution Orders.

1.4.5.3 Inmates may lay on top of their made up beds during the day when not at work or participating in program assignments, unless medical staff specifically indicate that the inmate must rest under the sheets and blankets.

1.4.6 Each unit shall supply plastic trash containers for inmate use in all inmate living areas. Trash containers shall be emptied daily as outlined in the applicable Institution Order.

1.4.7 Socialization between inmates is permitted on their own runs or rooms as authorized by the applicable Institution Orders.

1.5 Storage Areas - desks, shelving, partitions, lockers, dividers and bulletin boards.

1.5.1 Nude and/or sexually explicit photographs, drawings, pictures, magazines shall be stored in lockers or other areas out of sight as outlined in the applicable Institution Order.

1.5.2 Pictures that are cut out of magazines and the magazines from which the pictures were removed from shall be confiscated as contraband.

1.5.3 Two major appliances may neatly be placed on the locker, shelf or cubicle dividers and shall not obstruct staff views of the living areas.

1.5.4 Inmate clothing shall be neatly folded and stored in either the inmate's locker or shelf when not being worn. Coat placement and storage shall be identified in the applicable Institution Order.

1.5.5 When not in use, all personal property shall be neatly stored in either the locker or on the shelf as indicated in the applicable Institution Order.

1.5.6 While in use, an inmate may have items such as stereos, hobby craft material, papers, etc., as needed within the cell or cubicle. When not in use, these items shall be stored as authorized in this section or the applicable Institution Order.

1.5.7 Locker doors shall be closed and secured when the inmate is outside of the housing unit or cell.

1.5.8 All lockers, shelves, partitions, bunk rails, desks, window sills and appliances shall be clean and dust free.

1.5.9 No dust or decorative covers of any type shall be authorized.

1.5.10 Inmates assigned to Level 2, 3 and 4 units may have individual bulletin boards located in their personal housing areas.

1.5.10.1 Bulletin boards shall be at a minimum 18" by 18" and maximum of 24" by 24" in size.

1.5.10.2 No items shall extend beyond the edges of the bulletin boards.

1.5.10.3 Bulletin boards shall be attached to the locker door or as directed by the Institution Order.

1.5.11 Inmates shall not move beds, lockers, shelves, partitions, bunks, bulletin boards and desks unless directed to do so by a staff member.

1.6 Appliance Usage

1.6.1 Any appliance that is altered in any way shall be designated as contraband and confiscated.

1.6.2 No home made antennas, remote controls, or other such items shall be authorized.

1.6.3 Appliance cords shall be maintained neatly and untangled. No alterations, to include taping shall be permitted.

1.6.4 No appliance or decorative covers of any kind shall be permitted.

1.6.5 Stickers on appliances or in living areas shall not be permitted.

1.2 These inspections shall be documented in the Correctional Service Journal.

1.3 The Inspection Checklist, Form 704-4, shall be used to conduct living area inspections. Non-compliance to housing regulations shall be documented on this form by room/cubicle and shall include any action taken.

1.3.1 Inspection Checklists shall be forwarded to the unit Chief of Security or designee on a weekly basis.

1.5 When an inmate's living area is found to be in non-compliance and the inmate is absent, a Housing Unit Regulation Violation Notice shall be left advising the inmate of the discrepancy and corrective action required.

1.1 Ensure that inmates are not placed in a position of formal control or authority over other inmates.

704-1 - Inmate Grooming Waiver

704-2 - Inmate Identification Card

704-3 - Housing Unit Regulation Violation Notice

704-4 - Housing Unit Inspection