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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 3Ch. 2§ 3306 Prisoner Temporary Removal Rules

§ 3306 Prisoner Temporary Removal Rules

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§ 3306 Prisoner Temporary Removal Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •The prison boss can let some prisoners leave prison for a short time, but usually not more than 3 days.
  • •If the prisoner leaves for something other than medical help, they might have to pay back the state for the costs.
  • •The prison boss can pick some prisoners to work in special camps, like conservation camps.

Example

A prisoner needs to go to a family funeral.

The prison boss can let them go, but only for a few days. The prisoner might have to pay for the cost of guards or travel if it's not for medical reasons.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 3306 Prisoner Temporary Removal Rules

The Director of Corrections may authorize the temporary removal from the California Rehabilitation Center or any of its branches under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections of any person confined therein. The director may require that such temporary removal be under custody. Unless the person is removed for medical treatment, the removal shall not be for a period longer than three days. The director may require the person to reimburse the state, in whole or in part, for expenses incurred by the state in connection with such temporary removal other than for medical treatment. Under specific regulations established by the director for the selection of confined persons, the director may authorize assignment to conservation camp programs. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1124.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

treatmentmedicalcustodyregulationfinedirectorcalifornia rehabilitation centerconservation

Related Statutes

  • § 5170 Emergency Inebriation Protective Custody
  • § 5325 Patient Rights In Psychiatric Care
  • § 5326.15 Convulsive Treatment Reporting Requirements
  • § 5585.50 Minor Emergency Mental Health Detention
  • § 7234 Patient Movement Oversight Unit

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 3306.
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