Section 310.13. Review by corrections complaint examiner.

 

(1)  A complainant dissatisfied with a reviewing authority decision may, within 10 calendar days after the date of the decision, appeal that decision by filing a written request for review with the corrections complaint examiner on forms supplied for that purpose. The institution shall make these forms accessible to inmates.

(2)  Upon good cause, the CCE may accept for review an appeal filed later than 10 calendar days after receipt of the decision.

(3)  The CCE shall not review a rejected complaint.

(4)  The CCE shall, within 5 working days after receiving an appeal, issue a written receipt of the appeal to the inmate.

(5)  The CCE shall use discretion in deciding the method best suited to determine the facts, including personal interviews, telephone calls, and document review. The CCE shall have full access to inmates, staff, physical plant, and department records. If an appeal necessitates resolution of disputed issues of fact, the CCE may require sworn statements from the principals. The CCE shall give priority to complaints dealing with health or personal safety.

(6)  The CCE shall recommend a decision to the secretary within 35 working days of receipt of the appeal.

History: CR 02-038 : cr. Register November 2002 No. 563 , eff. 12-1-02.