Inmate Movement

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Inmate Movement
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Training Objectives

• Recognize the definition of inmate movement.
• Distinguish the differences between the four
  types of body searches.
• Apply the safety precautions an officer should
  take when moving an inmate inside the facility.

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Training Objectives

• Explain the procedures to be followed when
  transporting an inmate to

• Court
• Prison
• Hospital
• Funeral

5. Comprehend the general precautions an officer
should employ when escorting an inmate outside
the facility.
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Training Objectives

• Analyze the proper use of the following
  restraints

• Handcuffs
• Leg restraints
• Waist chain

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Definition of Inmate Movement
Inmate movement is the controlled movement of a
person or persons in custody from one point to
another.
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Many Escape Attempts

• Cumulative fatigue
• Premature anticipation of a completed task
• The increased anxiety which suddenly grips many
  inmates when they see their point of destination

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While an Inmate Is in Transit

• There is no cell,
• No wall,
• No observation tower, or
• Heavy gate to ensure custody.

Instead, the transporting officer substitutes

• Handcuffs,
• Restraint chains,
• Leg restraints and constant vigilance.

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Types of Body Searches
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SEARCH RULES

• Top to Bottom
• Be Thorough
• Be Systematic
• Take Your Time
• Concentrate
• Be Objective

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Movement Inside the Facility
When escorting an inmate within the facility,
officer must remain alert at all times. The
officer should always keep the inmate away from
the officers dominant side. Different
facilities have different policies and procedures
for escorting inmates within the facility. When
taking an inmate from a cell, never enter the
cell with a weapon of any kind on your person.
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Movement Inside the Facility
In opening a cell door, stand in front of the
door with your foot against the bottom of the
door and open it only wide enough for the inmate
to pass through. In some instances, the inmates
are required to undress and pass out their
clothes for examination prior to coming
out. After searching the clothing, the inmate
should dress in your presence.
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Transporting to Court

• The number of officers used in transporting an
  inmate(s) to court may vary depending on the
  number of inmates.
• Make sure the movement order is signed by the
  proper authority.
• The transport officer will search the inmate(s)
  and apply restraints.
• The transporting vehicle should be searched
  thoroughly for contraband before placing inmates
  in it.

www.kanecountyjail.org/tour/booking.htm
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Transporting to Court

• Identify the inmate(s) to assure transport of the
  correct inmate(s).
• Upon arrival at the courthouse, secure the inmate
  in local lockup. Secure your sidearm before
  entering the lockup to remove the restraining
  devices from the inmate.
• Make a survey of the courtroom considering all
  avenues of escape.

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Transporting to Court

• Before leaving the courtroom, handcuff the inmate
  and return to the lockup where you can apply the
  remainder of the restraining devices.
• Upon conclusion of the trial, prepare the inmate
  for transportation back to the facility.

www.kanecountyjail.org/tour/booking.htm
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Transporting to Prison

• Obtain the proper authorization for the inmate to
  be transferred.
• The authorization will contain the inmate's name,
  number, purpose of movement and sentence,
  necessary files, and special orders that are to
  accompany him such as his records (institution
  and medical.)
• After delivering the inmate to his destination,
  obtain a receipt from the receiving institution.

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Transporting to Hospital

• Make sure you have inmates medical records and
  appointment slip.

• Be alert waiting rooms are crowded, seating
  space is limited, conditions are ideal for an
  attempted escape or for creating a disturbance
  that could lead to an escape.

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• If the inmate must use an elevator, use the
  patients elevator.

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Transporting to Funeral Home
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General Precautions Outside the Facility
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General Transporting Precautions
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• During the transport, secure all potential
  avenues of escape or remain with and observe
  inmate at all times.
• Remind inmate of institution's rules and
  regulations as they relate to inmate movement
  procedures.
• Conduct a clothed body search of the inmate prior
  to leaving the facility.
• 4. Inspect and search the transport vehicle.

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General Transporting Precautions
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• You should sign paperwork which states the legal
  authority for transporting the inmate.
• As soon as you accept custody of an inmate, the
  safety, security, and welfare of that person is
  your responsibility. If an inmate is injured or
  ill and in your opinion should not be
  transported, do not accept him.
• Do not feel that you can ignore the rules or
  procedure for properly handling inmates, because
  a detention officer or admissions officer is
  annoyed or inconvenienced by your refusal to
  accept an inmate.

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General Transporting Precautions
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• You should identify yourself to the inmate before
  the transport.
• The inmate should be thoroughly searched prior to
  removal to or from any place of confinement.
• 10. All of the inmates personal property should
  be packaged with proper identification.
• 11. The inmate should be restrained in accordance
  with procedure outlined previously.

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General Transporting Precautions
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• Compare/inspect photograph to ensure the identity
  of inmate for transport or release.
• Prior to the commencement of the trip, obtain and
  evaluate the available background information
  relative to your inmate.
• As you prepare for the movement of an inmate, it
  is particularly helpful to obtain a photograph of
  the person or persons you will move.

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General Transporting Precautions
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15. Should you have the misfortune of an escape,
it is very difficult to describe your escapee if
you guess at his height, weight, etc. A
photograph and description can be immediately
made available to local authorities.
16. The special conditions and potential hazards
which surround the movement of inmates
necessitate exact planning as well as a high
degree of alertness by the transporting officers.

• Contact with the general public should be held to
  a minimum.

18. A female officer should accompany a female
inmate.
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Restraining Devices
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Reactionary Positioning Zones
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Leg Restraints
Leg restraints should be used on all inmates in
transit.
Officers should always make sure the inmate is
properly handcuffed and wearing a waist chain.
The use of leg restraints does not, in itself,
stop an inmate from running they merely slow him
down.
The removal of leg restraints en route should
only be done when absolutely necessary.
Leg restraints should be placed over the socks
and then closed up snug, leaving room for
circulation.
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Waist Chains
A waist chain or belly chain consists of a large
brass or steel shaped "D-ring" attached to a
length of chain.
The inmates hands are in front, making it more
comfortable for him.
Chains are used as restraining devices only in
conjunction with handcuffs.
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Review
Review
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Training Objectives

• Recognize the definition of inmate movement.
• Distinguish the differences between the four
  types of body searches.
• Apply the safety precautions an officer should
  take when moving an inmate inside the facility.

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Training Objectives

• Explain the procedures to be followed when
  transporting an inmate to

• Court
• Prison
• Hospital
• Funeral

5. Comprehend the general precautions an officer
should employ when escorting an inmate outside
the facility.
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Training Objectives

• Analyze the proper use of the following
  restraints

• Handcuffs
• Leg restraints
• Waist chain