Correctional Counselor 1
Scoresheets - - correct answer-usually done at Annual review/bi-annual review/intake at
reception)
* Reclassification Score Sheet (cdc840) shall be completed 12 months after the date that the
I/M physically arrived in the reception center and annually thereafter
Favorable Behavior Points - correct answer-· 4 points for each 6 month period for minimum
custody
· 2 points for each 6 month period for no serious 115's
· 2 points for each 6 months for average or above average work
* must be continuous without interruption unless no fault of i/m's, must return to minimum
custody or work day after return
Unfavorable Behavior Points - correct answer-· When inmate Receives a serious RVR
Div. A1 or A2 offense (-8 points)
Div. B, C, or D offense (-6)
Div. E or F offenses (-4)
*However, when the behavior falls under more than one category, points will be assigned for
each appropriate category. Ex. Battery of an i/m, (- 6) points, Battery on an i/m, (-4) points,
equals 10 total points
New Policy relevant to scoresheets - correct answer-• Now, use of any controlled substance
or alcohol, based solely on a positive test result from an approved departmental testing
method, is a Div. F offense.
• Previously, points were assessed on classification scoresheets for use of controlled
substances and alcohol.
• Now, points are not assessed on scoresheets for use of any controlled substance or
alcohol, based solely on a positive test result from an approved departmental testing method
listed within CCR 3290.
· Placement - four categories: - correct answer-1. The Preliminary score
2. Mandatory Minimum score factor
3. Placement score
4. Security level are auto populated by SOMS
The Mandatory minimum score - correct answer-is the only score factor that can be edited.
Must remember that every score sheet is a stand-alone document and should clearly
articulate the information used to determine the inmate's placement score. Once a score
sheet is a finalized it is considered a forever document and cannot be changed.
Big Six Offenses: found in ERMS must be entered on the Initial Classification Scoresheet if
they occurred within the last 10 calendar years. - correct answer-1. Battery or Attempted
Battery on a Non-Prisoner,
2. Battery or Attempted Battery on a Inmate
3. Distribution of drugs
,4. Possession of a Deadly Weapon
5. Inciting a disturbance
6. Battery causing serious injury on the classification sheet
CDC Form 816 - correct answer-Reception Center Readmission Summary
CDC Form 839 - correct answer-Classification Score Sheet
CDC Form 840 - correct answer-Reclassification Score Sheet
CDC Form 841 - correct answer-Readmission Score Sheet
Classification Scoring System - correct answer-The classification scoring system provides a
standard evaluation for placement of inmates at the least restrictive institution,
commensurate with their custodial requirements
Administrative Determinants - correct answer-Administrative necessity such as institutional
security, public safety issues and availability of housing may occasionally require placement
at a facility that does not correspond with the inmate's classification score. In these cases
the alternative placement/program will provide the maximum benefits permitted under the
circumstances.
Classification Score - correct answer-The inmate's classification score shall be used as a
primary factor to determine the level of institutional placement. The establishment of the
inmate's actual custody shall be the responsibility of the classification committee.
Classification Score Ranges - correct answer-Score
Level
0-18 1- 19-27-II- 28-51- III- 52+IV
3376. Classification Committees - correct answer-Initial and Unit classification committees
(UCC) consist of:
Captain/chairperson
CCIII
CCII
Lieutenant
Other staff as required
Institution Classification Committees (ICC) consist of: - correct answer-•Warden or
CDW/chairperson
•Correctional administrator/AW
•Psychiatrist/physician
•Captain
•Correctional captain
•CCII/CCI
•Lieutenant
•Other staff as required
, 3377. Facility Security Levels - correct answer-Level 1- open dorms with low security
perimeter
Level 2- open dorms with secure perimeter/possible gun coverage
Level 3- secure perimeter/gun coverage, housing units with cells adjacent to exterior walls
Level 4- secure perimeter w/internal and external armed coverage, cell block housing with
cells non-adjacent to exterior walls
3377.1 Inmate Custody Designations - correct answer-Maximum (MAX)
Close A
Close B
Medium A
Medium B
Minimum A
Minimum B
3377.1 (b) "R" suffix - correct answer-An "R" suffix shall be affixed to an inmate's custody
designation to ensure the safety of inmates, correctional personnel, and the general public
by identifying inmates who have a history of specific sex offenses as outlined in Penal Code
(PC) Section 290.
Required documentation must be used.
3377.1 (b) "R" suffix continued - correct answer-An "R" suffix shall be affixed during
reception center processing if one of the following four criteria:
Inmate is required to register per PC Section 290
Inmate's parole was revoked by the board of prison terms/ good cause/probable cause
finding of an offense that is equivalent to an offense listed in PC Section 290
Inmate had a BPH formerly known as California Youth Authority/youth offender parole board
sustained adjudication of an offense that is equivalent to an offense listed in Pc Section 290
Inmate had a valid "R" suffix evaluation as defined in this section, resulting in the "R" suffix
being affixed
If a Unit Classification Committee (UCC) finds that an inmate no longer requires an "R"
suffix, the committee shall refer the case to - correct answer-the Institutional Classification
Committee (ICC) for review.
ICC can reverse an "R" suffix from a previous institution's ICC only if new and compelling
information is obtained - correct answer-Otherwise, the case shall be referred for a DRB
decision.
3321 (a) Confidential material - correct answer-The following types of information shall be
considered as confidential:
Information which, if known to the inmate would endanger the safety of any person.
Information which would jeopardize the security of the institution.
Specific medical or psychological information which, if known to the inmate, would be
medically or psychologically detrimental to the inmate.
Information provided and classified confidential by another government agency.
KEY: Person, Institution, Medical, Government
Scoresheets - - correct answer-usually done at Annual review/bi-annual review/intake at
reception)
* Reclassification Score Sheet (cdc840) shall be completed 12 months after the date that the
I/M physically arrived in the reception center and annually thereafter
Favorable Behavior Points - correct answer-· 4 points for each 6 month period for minimum
custody
· 2 points for each 6 month period for no serious 115's
· 2 points for each 6 months for average or above average work
* must be continuous without interruption unless no fault of i/m's, must return to minimum
custody or work day after return
Unfavorable Behavior Points - correct answer-· When inmate Receives a serious RVR
Div. A1 or A2 offense (-8 points)
Div. B, C, or D offense (-6)
Div. E or F offenses (-4)
*However, when the behavior falls under more than one category, points will be assigned for
each appropriate category. Ex. Battery of an i/m, (- 6) points, Battery on an i/m, (-4) points,
equals 10 total points
New Policy relevant to scoresheets - correct answer-• Now, use of any controlled substance
or alcohol, based solely on a positive test result from an approved departmental testing
method, is a Div. F offense.
• Previously, points were assessed on classification scoresheets for use of controlled
substances and alcohol.
• Now, points are not assessed on scoresheets for use of any controlled substance or
alcohol, based solely on a positive test result from an approved departmental testing method
listed within CCR 3290.
· Placement - four categories: - correct answer-1. The Preliminary score
2. Mandatory Minimum score factor
3. Placement score
4. Security level are auto populated by SOMS
The Mandatory minimum score - correct answer-is the only score factor that can be edited.
Must remember that every score sheet is a stand-alone document and should clearly
articulate the information used to determine the inmate's placement score. Once a score
sheet is a finalized it is considered a forever document and cannot be changed.
Big Six Offenses: found in ERMS must be entered on the Initial Classification Scoresheet if
they occurred within the last 10 calendar years. - correct answer-1. Battery or Attempted
Battery on a Non-Prisoner,
2. Battery or Attempted Battery on a Inmate
3. Distribution of drugs
,4. Possession of a Deadly Weapon
5. Inciting a disturbance
6. Battery causing serious injury on the classification sheet
CDC Form 816 - correct answer-Reception Center Readmission Summary
CDC Form 839 - correct answer-Classification Score Sheet
CDC Form 840 - correct answer-Reclassification Score Sheet
CDC Form 841 - correct answer-Readmission Score Sheet
Classification Scoring System - correct answer-The classification scoring system provides a
standard evaluation for placement of inmates at the least restrictive institution,
commensurate with their custodial requirements
Administrative Determinants - correct answer-Administrative necessity such as institutional
security, public safety issues and availability of housing may occasionally require placement
at a facility that does not correspond with the inmate's classification score. In these cases
the alternative placement/program will provide the maximum benefits permitted under the
circumstances.
Classification Score - correct answer-The inmate's classification score shall be used as a
primary factor to determine the level of institutional placement. The establishment of the
inmate's actual custody shall be the responsibility of the classification committee.
Classification Score Ranges - correct answer-Score
Level
0-18 1- 19-27-II- 28-51- III- 52+IV
3376. Classification Committees - correct answer-Initial and Unit classification committees
(UCC) consist of:
Captain/chairperson
CCIII
CCII
Lieutenant
Other staff as required
Institution Classification Committees (ICC) consist of: - correct answer-•Warden or
CDW/chairperson
•Correctional administrator/AW
•Psychiatrist/physician
•Captain
•Correctional captain
•CCII/CCI
•Lieutenant
•Other staff as required
, 3377. Facility Security Levels - correct answer-Level 1- open dorms with low security
perimeter
Level 2- open dorms with secure perimeter/possible gun coverage
Level 3- secure perimeter/gun coverage, housing units with cells adjacent to exterior walls
Level 4- secure perimeter w/internal and external armed coverage, cell block housing with
cells non-adjacent to exterior walls
3377.1 Inmate Custody Designations - correct answer-Maximum (MAX)
Close A
Close B
Medium A
Medium B
Minimum A
Minimum B
3377.1 (b) "R" suffix - correct answer-An "R" suffix shall be affixed to an inmate's custody
designation to ensure the safety of inmates, correctional personnel, and the general public
by identifying inmates who have a history of specific sex offenses as outlined in Penal Code
(PC) Section 290.
Required documentation must be used.
3377.1 (b) "R" suffix continued - correct answer-An "R" suffix shall be affixed during
reception center processing if one of the following four criteria:
Inmate is required to register per PC Section 290
Inmate's parole was revoked by the board of prison terms/ good cause/probable cause
finding of an offense that is equivalent to an offense listed in PC Section 290
Inmate had a BPH formerly known as California Youth Authority/youth offender parole board
sustained adjudication of an offense that is equivalent to an offense listed in Pc Section 290
Inmate had a valid "R" suffix evaluation as defined in this section, resulting in the "R" suffix
being affixed
If a Unit Classification Committee (UCC) finds that an inmate no longer requires an "R"
suffix, the committee shall refer the case to - correct answer-the Institutional Classification
Committee (ICC) for review.
ICC can reverse an "R" suffix from a previous institution's ICC only if new and compelling
information is obtained - correct answer-Otherwise, the case shall be referred for a DRB
decision.
3321 (a) Confidential material - correct answer-The following types of information shall be
considered as confidential:
Information which, if known to the inmate would endanger the safety of any person.
Information which would jeopardize the security of the institution.
Specific medical or psychological information which, if known to the inmate, would be
medically or psychologically detrimental to the inmate.
Information provided and classified confidential by another government agency.
KEY: Person, Institution, Medical, Government
