Ind. Code ch. 11-10-16

Ind. Code ch. 11-10-16
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Ind. Code § 11-10-16-1 Specialized vocational programs; eligible inmates

Sec. 1. (a) The department may provide a specialized vocational program to train minimum security risk inmates in a trade that is capable of providing an inmate with employment paying a sustainable wage. (b) The specialized vocational program may include, but is not limited to, training in: (1) truck driving; (2) manufacturing; (3) plumbing; (4) heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; (5) construction; and (6) diesel technology. (c) An inmate may participate in a specialized vocational program only if the inmate is eligible to work outside a perimeter fence. As added by P.L.73-2015, SEC.1.

Ind. Code § 11-10-16-2 Admission criteria

Sec. 2. (a) The department may require the following criteria for admission into a specialized vocational program: (1) An inmate with less than twenty-four (24) months until the inmate's expected release date may be given preference for participation in the specialized vocational program. (2) An inmate who has been disciplined for misconduct within the previous year is not eligible for participation in the specialized vocational program. (3) An inmate who presents a security risk is not eligible for participation in the specialized vocational program. (4) An inmate who is under the care of a physician is eligible for participation in the specialized vocational program if the physician determines that the inmate can meaningfully and safely participate in the program. (b) The department may require an inmate to have successfully completed or be currently enrolled in other programs provided by the department, including: (1) a drug addiction and alcoholism treatment program; (2) an employment skills and vocational program; (3) a personal responsibility program; (4) a peer support program; (5) a motivation program; (6) a parenting program; and (7) a program in preparation for a state of Indiana high school equivalency diploma. As added by P.L.73-2015, SEC.1.

Ind. Code § 11-10-16-3 Program directors; duties

Sec. 3. (a) The warden may appoint a person to direct the specialized vocational program. Each facility that has a specialized vocational program must have a facility manager to direct the program. (b) The director shall do the following: (1) Establish and oversee the day to day operations of the specialized vocational program. (2) Recruit volunteers and businesses to provide instruction and training in: (A) the specialized vocational program; and (B) any related certification program. (3) Provide information requested by the warden regarding an inmate or a specialized vocational program. (4) Determine the appropriate number of inmates in each specialized vocational program, considering the availability of: (A) qualified staff; and (B) appropriate facilities and equipment. The director may remove one (1) or more inmates from a program if necessary to comply with this subdivision. (5) Remove an inmate from a specialized vocational program at any time due to: (A) misconduct; (B) security issues; (C) safety issues; (D) health concerns; or (E) lack of meaningful participation in the program. (6) Carry out other duties concerning the specialized vocational program as directed by the warden. As added by P.L.73-2015, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.67-2017, SEC.9.

Ind. Code § 11-10-16-4 Program applications

Sec. 4. (a) An inmate who wishes to participate in a specialized vocational program must submit a written application to the director. The application must be on a form prescribed by the department. (b) The director shall review each application and, not more than thirty (30) days after receipt of the application, issue a written decision to the inmate. (c) The director shall determine eligibility in accordance with this chapter. In addition, the director may consider any other relevant information contained in the inmate's written application that may have a bearing on the inmate's ability to successfully complete the specialized vocational program, including the inmate's demonstrated interest in the program. As added by P.L.73-2015, SEC.1.
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