Bill > H1851

This bill establishes reasonable limitations on the solitary confinement of inmates 21 years of age or younger. It allows the commissioner to authorize the transfer of inmates over 21 to a segregated unit for up to 48 hours if they pose an immediate and substantial threat. For inmates 21 or younger, the bill limits solitary confinement to 48 hours, with the possibility of an additional 24 hours if there is documented evidence of an ongoing threat. The bill also limits solitary confinement for disciplinary purposes to 48 hours for inmates 21 or younger, compared to 15 days for older inmates.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1851