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Unit 5.0 Lesson Plan Classification Of InmatesUNIT 5.0 LESSON PLAN CLASSIFICATION OF INMATES MODULE 5.1 FACTORS AFFECTING CLASSIFICATION 1 hour JKT #1 UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.1.1 3 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE 1. Define classification Given a sample case description indicate those factors that would affect classification. For example: A. To arrange or assign by classes. B. Within a jail setting classification involves the separating of offenders by various factors. It usually places inmates into pre -designated categories. 2. Discuss with students how various factors about an inmate can affect the classification process for each individual. F 5.1.2 2 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify behaviors exhibited during the classification process that would suggest the need for further investigation prior to classification. For exam le: 1. Review your role in the classification process. As a line officer you will witness a variety of emotions and behaviors displayed by the inmate population. It is imperative that you learn to recognize and report unusual behaviors prior to classification so that the inmate is placed in the correct housing unit. The behaviors may be blatant and may be very subtle. E You should report these behaviors to the classification officers if you are notresponsible for the classification of inmates. MODULE 5.2 IMPLICATIONS OF CLASSIFICATION 1 hour JKT #1 5.2.1 2 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify the reasons why appropriate classification of inmates is important. For example: • Provides statistical data for reporting requirements • Increases security for staff and facility • Prevents legal liability for inappropriate mixing Title 15 requires that each institution have in place a classification and segregation plan (Title 15, section 1050). The plan should be designated to ro erl assign inmates to housing units and activities according to and other criteria which will provide for the safety of the inmate and staff. A. Plan shall be in written form. B. Based on objective criteria and include receiving screening performed at the time of intake by trained personnel. C. The plan should also include a record of each inmate's classification level, housing restrictions, and housing assignments. 2. Those inmates who are identified as having communicable diseases shall be segregated until a medical evaluation can be completed (T15, 1051). Until a medical evaluation can be made an inquiry shall be made of at the time of intake to determine whether or not the inmate has or has had communicable diseases including but not limited to: A. Tuberculosis B. Hepatitis C. Venereal disease D. Aids E. Others identified by the health authority 9 F. The inmates responses should be noted on the booking form and/or screening device. 3. Those inmates identified as mentally disordered inmates shall also be segregated. (Title 15, section 1052) A. If a doctor's opinion is not readily available an inmate shall be considered mentally disordered if they appear to be a danger to themselves or others or if they appear gravely disabled. B. A doctor's opinion shall be secured within 24 hours of such segregation or at the next daily sick call, whichever is earliest. 4. Discuss why classification is so important for the operation of the facility. A. Increases security. B. Welfare and safety for staff, inmates and the public. C. Liability issues are prevented because the wrong inmates are not placed in housing units together. D. Prevents crime partners from being housed together. 5. Discuss with class what a good classification plan should do. A. Be used and is useful B. Not over classify C. Consider the total offender population D. Be based on fairness and objective judgements E. Involve the inmate F. Have an appeal process G. Be adequately staffed and used trained personnel 1. H. Be objective and documented I. Provide linkages to other correctional and criminal justice agencies J. Provides statistical data for reporting requirements 6. Review P.C. 4001, 4002 and 4016 regarding classification and separation of inmates. Also W&I 207.1 and 208 regarding juveniles. 2 5.2.2 3 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Given a list of classifications, identify specific risks, precautions, etc. associated with each (include examples from Instructional Objective 5.1.1) UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.2.3 WST #2 PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Given a sample case description, classify the individual using a sample department classification policy and state your rational. 1. Minimum — Inmates classified as minimum security are identified as those usuallv char ed with They require less supervision than medium security inmates. They may be housed in dormitories and require less supervision than medium security inmates. 2. Medium — Inmates classified as medium securit are identified as those usually charged with I. They require less supervision than maximum inmates, but require more supervision than minimum inmates. K, supervision than medium inmates. They require closer 7 9 High power inmates are inmates that, must be housed in a single cell, handled with extreme caution, and isolated from ALL other inmates unless under escort by officers,, 6 MIAMI MI 111$ 01 tr�] MW Ion 4 IIZIVTVI;� 1 SQ 1161#11firl M 11 0 0- OProtective custody — An inmate who must be protected from other inmates. Protective custody inmates are a sub -classification of administrative segregation 8. Sentenced inmate — An inmate who has been sentenced on ALL charges. This includes inmates in custody or parole or probation holds only. 9. Unsentenced inmate — An inmate that has a charge(s) pending in any jurisdiction, or a federal hold. 10. Have students classify the individuals described in the student manual using the sample classification form and plan. Include what factors they based their decision on. OJ MODULE 5.3 GANGS AND SUBCULTURES IN INSTITUTIONS 8 hours JKT #1 UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.1 No test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: 1. History of prison gangs. Explain the history and scope of criminal gangs in California. A. Organized crime — Italian mafia B. Mexican gangs C. Black gangs D. White gangs 2. Current gang affiliates found in prisons/jails. 10 UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.2 No test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Discuss current trends and community responses to gangs in California. Some gangs are now more loyal to the "hood". A. Members of the same gang may be at war with each other and protect their "hood". Community responses to gangs. A. Citizens are willing to provide law enforcement with more information about gang activity in their neighborhood. 11 UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.3 2 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: State the legal definition of a criminal gang pursuant to California Penal Code Section 186.22 Penal Code 186.22 — Participating in criminal street gang: Any person who actively participates in any criminal street gang with knowledge that it's members engage in or have engaged in a pattern of criminal gang activity, and who willfully promotes, furthers, or assists in any felonious criminal conduct by members of that gang, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for a period not to exceed one year, or by imprisonment in the state prison for 16 months, or two or three years. Crime classification: Wobbler 12 5.3.4 2 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Explain the dynamics and structure of gang culture. Prison pangs A. Utilize a para-military structure 5.3.5 5 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: 5.3.6 8 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Describe the major types of gangs found in a local correctional facility. Identify those signs, symbols, emblems and/or graffiti that indicate gang affiliation or 13 sympathies. 1. Discuss with class how one becomes a gang member. B. Live in gang area C. Family background D. Intimidated to join E. Self protection F. To identify and belong 2. Review with class what gangs do. A. Involved in illegal activities B. Gang fights C. Intimidations D. Recruit members E. Make alliances with other gangs for support 3. Review with class how some gangs develop their names. A. Landmarks B. Housing projects C. Street names D. Catchy names E. Zip codes 4. Signs and symbols common to gangs. A. Dress B. Tattoos C. Number symbols D. Letter symbols 14 5.3.7 4 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: 5.3.8 2 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Describe verbal and non-verbal methods gang members use to communicate with each other in a custody setting. Identify ways that gangs or other subcultures use in institutions to recruit members and control the behavior of others. Discuss with the class gang recruitment and how effectively they control their membership. A. From the local neighborhood. B. Prison 'NIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.9 4 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Describe typical in -custody activity of gangs. 15 5.3.10 3 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify the relationship of members of local street gangs to gangs in local or state operated facilities. 19 UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTL,INE NOTES 5.3.11 4 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify officer safety issues related to gang behavior in a custody setting. 1H 5.3.12 2 test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify classification issues related to gang membership. 1. Review with class techniques that are effective when interviewing gang members. A. Use common interview techniques G. LISTEN closely to what they are saying. H. Use your 5 senses. 2. Legal liability. 3. Facility security. UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.13 No test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Discuss strategies to monitor gang activity in a custody setting. 17 UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.14 No test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Discuss strategies to prevent and control gang activity in a custody setting. 1. Effective classification plan 2. Mention of gang activity/problems during briefings 3. On -going training for officers on the topic of gangs 4. Open line of communication between line staff and classification officers 5. Discuss relevant penal code — relaying information to classification officers to validate members. UNIT PRESENTATION AND OUTLINE NOTES 5.3.15 No test items PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Describe ways to share information with other agencies about gang activity in your facility. 1. Gang Task Force meetings 2. Conferences specific to institutions 3. Talking with arresting officers/detectives who arrested an inmate suspected of being gang affiliated 4. Classification news letters 18 5. Reports Unit 5 Classification of Inmates Written Skills Test #2 Name: Read the following case description, including the inmates Classify the individual using a sample department classification policy and state your rational. Female inmate Gracie Bluehair is 65 years old. She is arrested for P. C. 459 and P. C. 211. When she is transported to your facility she is in an intoxicated condition. In her purse during the booking search you find nitroglycerin tablets and other heart medications. Reviewing her custody history you find that she has been in and out of the facility for the past 25 years. Her criminal history indicates that she is usually arrested for shoplifting, petty theft, public intoxication, and vagrancy. INSTRUCTOR COMMENTS: PASS/REMEDIAL TRAINING NECESSARY P. O. 5.2.3 wt