Department Operations Manual

81020.10.5 Procedure for Conducting an Initial and Comprehensive Interview (Within 15 Days After Release) In order to conduct an initial and comprehensive interview, the parole agent shall complete the following process: • Review the DECS to determine if any disabilities exist, or if reasonable accommodations are required. • Review and be familiar with the parolee’s Correctional Offender Management Profiling for Alternative Sanctions (COMPAS) Case Plan. • Review section I and section II with the parolee for completeness and accuracy. • Interview the parolee by asking the questions listed in section III of the CDCR Form 1650-B. • Record the parolee's responses on CDCR Form 1650-B. Document exact responses. If a question is not applicable to the parolee, the agent of record shall write “N/A.” • Review and discuss the general conditions of parole, as noted on the CDCR 1515, Notice and Conditions of Parole and any added special conditions of parole, as represented on CDCR 1515-Addendum. • If registration has been completed by the time of the comprehensive interview, obtain a copy of any applicable registration for retention in the field file. SOMS shall be updated with the date of registration. • Explain urinalysis testing instructions. • Explain the parole grievance policy. • Explain the parole search policy. • Explain the case conference review and the parolee’s right to participate in a case conference review process. • Explain the discharge process and the standards that must be met to be considered for a discharge recommendation (if applicable). • Explain the CDCR Form 1661 process (refer to section 81020.12). • Sign and date the CDCR Form 1650-B. 81020.11

81020.11 Abbreviated Interview Policy Abbreviated interviews may be used by parole staff when a parolee reports to a parole unit other than the parole unit they are assigned to following release from confinement. For the purpose of this section, a release from confinement shall include: • An initial release from a state prison facility. • A revocation release from a state prison facility or county jail. • A release from local custody, federal custody, DSH or local mental facility, or another state’s jurisdiction. In almost all instances, inmates receive clear reporting instructions prior to release to parole supervision. Occasionally, inmates are released to holds maintained by other agencies and are not provided with clear reporting instructions or are released with insufficient funds to hire transportation to their assigned parole unit. In these instances, offenders may report to the nearest parole unit for assistance. Documenting the Abbreviated Interview The CDCR Form 1650-B, Sections I and II, shall be used by parole staff to record the results of the abbreviated interview. The form shall be dated and signed by the parolee and the officer of the day conducting the abbreviated interview. The form does not have to be completed in its entirety, but enough information shall be provided by the parolee or obtained by the officer of the day to accomplish the objectives outlined in section 81020.10.1. The original form and any supporting documentation shall be forwarded to the agent of record and kept in the parolee’s field file pursuant to current policy. Abbreviated Interview If a parolee reports to a parole unit or complex and it is determined that the parolee is assigned to a different parole unit, parole unit staff shall ensure an Abbreviated Interview is conducted. 81020.11.1

81020.11.1 Abbreviated Interview Procedures Lines of Responsibility Parole unit support staff shall: • Provide the parolee with the CDCR Form 1650-B, Section I. • Determine the correct assigned parole unit by checking SOMS for parole unit assignment. • Advise the officer of the day when the parolee has completed section I of the CDCR Form 1650-B. • Make a copy of the completed CDCR Form 1650-B and CDCR Form 1515, Notice of Conditions of Parole, and provide a copy to the parolee pursuant to the officer of the day’s instructions. • Fax or e-mail a copy of the CDCR Form 1650-B and any supporting documents provided by the parolee to the assigned parole unit. • Mail the original documents and photograph(s), as appropriate, to the assigned parole unit. • Process any cash assistance request approved by the unit supervisor. Officer of the day or parole agent shall ensure: • The parolee is provided any cash assistance required to facilitate travel to their assigned parole unit. • The parolee’s primary mug shot and left and right profiles are captured utilizing the photo capture station. If the photo capture station is unavailable or cannot be utilized, the officer of the day shall capture photographs, using a digital camera capable of downloading to the photo capture station once it becomes available or operational. A State-issued camera may be utilized if the photo capture station and digital camera are not available. • The parolee reviews and signs the CDCR Form 1515 and is provided a copy. • The assigned parole unit is contacted for reporting instructions. • The parolee is informed of their responsibility to report to their assigned parole unit, as instructed by their parole agent. • The parolee is provided written reporting instructions including the assigned parole unit’s address and complete telephone number on the CDCR Form 1650-B. • The parolee is provided a copy of the CDCR Form 1650-B, acknowledging receipt. • The parolee is instructed to provide their parole agent with a copy of the CDCR Form 1650-B and the CDCR Form 1515. • The abbreviated interview and any results are documented on the electronic Record of Supervision. • Support staff is instructed to send the original documents (CDCR Forms 1650-B, CDCR Form 1515, and photographs) to the assigned parole unit via regular mail or upload to the Electronic Records Management System when available. The unit supervisor shall: • Review any request for cash assistance and approve as appropriate. • Ensure support staff and the officer of the day complete assigned tasks in accordance with the abbreviated interview policy. Parole agent at the assigned parole unit shall: • Document the actions and receipt of the documents as noted above. • Conduct an initial and comprehensive interview of the parolee in accordance with the initial, comprehensive, and abbreviated interview policy. 81020.12

81020.12 Goals and Progress Report Policy The parole agent shall use CDCR Form 1661, Goals and Progress Report, to communicate to the parolee specific goals that should be accomplished during a specified period. This document shall be utilized to track the progress of the goals and criminogenic needs in which the parolee is currently working on in the community. Successful completion of the CDCR Form 1661, by the parolee, could be considered a “positive behavior.” 81020.12.1

81020.12.1 Identifying Criminogenic Needs The cornerstone of this process is determining the criminogenic needs and assigning goals to positively impact those criminogenic needs. The criminogenic needs shall be derived from the following: • Case factors. • Case plan. • Parolee’s request. • Parole agent's direct observation. • Goals in which the parolee are currently working on with an outside entity (i.e., programs, legal mandate, POC clinician, etc.). • Criminogenic needs identified during the pre-release process by the Parole Planning and Placement Unit in accordance with Article 49. The criminogenic needs may fall under these categories including, but not limited to, the following: • Anti-social cognition (aka, anti-social values and thinking). • Anti-social companion. • Anti-social personality or temperament. • Family and/or marital. • Substance abuse. • Employment. • School. • Leisure and/or recreation. When engaging in the Goals and Progress Report process, the parole agent shall: • Issue one CDCR Form 1661 within 15 calendar days of initial release to parole supervision (may issue more frequently as needed). • Review the CDCR Form 1661 with the parolee during the case conference review, and issue a new CDCR Form 1661 at the conclusion of the case conference review. • If the parolee declines to attend the case conference review in person, or if an Abbreviated Case Conference Review is conducted and a new CDCR Form 1661 is generated, the CDCR Form 1661 shall be provided to the parolee within 30 days. If the parolee is reduced to category C or CP at the Abbreviated Case Conference Review, the new CDCR Form 1661 shall be issued at the next face- to-face contact. • Have a CDCR Form 1661 in progress at all times. (Each time a form is collected a new form must be issued so the parolee may work continually on his or her goals.) • Collaboratively work with the parolee to select appropriate goals that will assist the parolee in meeting his or her individual criminogenic needs. • When assigning hours, the parole agent shall: • Assign a reasonable number of hours to address the criminogenic needs. • Typically, assign 50 to 60 hours per month to address three cumulative criminogenic needs. • When assigning hours, the parolee’s existing time constraints shall be considered. • Have the parolee sign and date the CDCR Form 1661, acknowledging receipt of the goals. • Upon issuance, the parole agent shall note the date issued and the due date on the CDCR Form 1661. • Continuously encourage the parolee to work on their identified criminogenic needs during their period of parole. • Parolees shall be informed that: • Participation in this process is vital to their success on parole, successful reintegration into the community, and ultimate discharge. • Failure to address their criminogenic needs may impact their supervision level and the recommendation being submitted for their discharge review. • Failure or refusal to participate in this process shall be noted on the CDCR Form 1661 by the parole agent. • Follow-up with the resource providers. If the parolee refuses to participate in completing the CDCR Form 1661, it does not relinquish the responsibility of the parole agent to continuously issue a new CDCR Form 1661 during each case conference review while the parolee is on active supervision, or upon learning the parolee did not return a completed CDCR Form 1661 to the parole agent. The parole agent shall document the parolee's refusal to participate on the electronic Record of Supervision. 81020.12.2

81020.12.2 Goals and Progress Report Procedures Documenting on the CDCR Form 1661 When documenting on the CDCR Form 1661, the parole agent shall: • Document the parolee’s current supervision category, name, CDC number, agent of record name, and the month and year the CDCR Form 1661 is to be completed. • Document when the CDCR Form 1661 was provided to the parolee. • Document the date the form is to be returned to the parole agent. • The time frames for completion of goals and return of the form is at the discretion of the parole agent, and may be earlier than the case conference review; however, the time frame for date of issue and date to be returned shall be clearly noted. • Ensure the CDCR Form 1661 is completed in its entirety. • Shall be dated and signed by both the parolee and the parole agent. • Record in the electronic Record of Supervision that a CDCR Form 1661 was issued. • Ask the parolee if they have any questions. • Retain a copy of the CDCR Form 1661 in the field file, and provide the parolee with the original. CDCR Form 1661 Section I – Shall be completed by the parole agent. Section I states six specific goals that may be assigned by the parole agent. The goals are as follows: • Find stable housing. • Develop job skills or attend school. • Practice money management, secure Supplemental Security Income or General Assistance, etc. • Continue to work or look for a job. • Attend a substance abuse treatment program. • Attend an anger management class, batterer’s program, etc. • Other (specify). CDCR Form 1661 Section II - Shall be completed by the parolee. Section II includes fillable rows that reflect the following information: • The date. • Specific activity or goal. • Hours spent. • Contact information for the provider. CDCR Form 1661 Section III - Shall be completed by the parole agent which would reflect the parolee’s participation in the CDCR Form 1661. The parole agent shall sign the form upon completion of Section II by the parolee at the end of the period specified on the CDCR Form 1661. The parole agent shall evaluate the parolee’s level of participation by selecting from any of the following options: • Parolee submitted the CDCR Form 1661. • Parolee failed to submit the CDCR Form 1661. • Parolee has partially met goals. • Parolee failed to meet goals. • Parolee refuses to participate in goals reporting. 81020.12.3

81020.12.3 Defining Goals and Tasks Once the criminogenic needs have been determined pursuant to Article 49, the parole agent shall work collaboratively with the parolee and set reasonable and attainable goals. When setting goals, the parole agent shall do the following: • Review the case plan, initial and comprehensive interview, and case factors in the field file, to determine the criminogenic needs to be addressed. • Make a list of all the identified criminogenic needs for the parolee. • Pick the three most urgent, critical, and most impactful criminogenic needs to be addressed. • After those needs are addressed, begin working on the criminogenic needs identified in the case plan and/or return to the initial list and begin working on the remaining criminogenic needs. • Identify the resources available to address the criminogenic needs. • Determine the goals to address the criminogenic needs. • Determine exactly what is necessary to address the criminogenic needs. • Determine tasks to address the criminogenic needs. • Determine exact tasks the parolee can do to complete or address the goal. • Locate resources to assist the parolee with the identified goals and tasks to be completed. 81020.12.4

81020.12.4 CDCR Form 1661 Issuance Procedures The intent of the CDCR Form 1661 is to provide a tool for both the parole agent and parolee to use to address and monitor the progress of meeting the parolee’s criminogenic needs. The parole agent shall discuss with the parolee: • Obtain a CDCR Form 1661. • Identify appropriate criminogenic needs to be addressed during the defined period of time. • Locations where they will go to complete the tasks • Times and dates when the parolee shall work on the tasks • When the parolee is expected to complete the task. • Expectation of how and when the parolee shall document the name, date, and telephone number of individuals assisting them with the completion of the tasks. • Explain to the parolee they shall return the completed report to the parole agent. 81020.12.5

81020.12.5 CDCR Form 1661 Collection and Review Procedures The parole agent shall monitor the progress the parolee is making on addressing their criminogenic needs. Each time there is face-to-face contact with the parolee, the parole agent shall: • Ask the parolee to review their CDCR Form 1661. • Ask the parolee about any challenges they are having completing these goals. • Provide counsel or an alternative approach if the parolee is having challenges addressing the goals. Upon the parolee completing the goals/tasks associated with the CDCR Form 1661, case conference review, or sooner the parole agent shall: • Review the CDCR Form 1661. • Follow up with the resource providers or individuals who worked with the parolee on their criminogenic needs listed on the CDCR Form 1661. • Ask the provider what follow-up is needed (if applicable). • Provide the parolee with rewards and incentives for completing the goals/tasks. If the parolee did not complete the goals/tasks: • Review the goals/tasks with the parolee to determine the reason they were not completed. • Modify, renew, suspend to a later date or omit the goals/tasks based on the following: • Case factors. • Conversation with the parolee. • Professional observation. • Reasonableness of the goals/task completion. • Speak with the outside resource with whom they are working with to determine if a modification of resource is required. • Evaluate if the parolee requires a shorter duration of time between issuing the CDCR Form 1661 and parole agent follow-up. • Re-issue the CDCR Form 1661 for a set time. 81020.12.6

81020.12.6 Exclusions to the Goals and Progress Reports This form shall be provided to all active parolees upon release during the first 30 days of supervision, with the exception of the following: • Category D parolees. • EOP parolees shall have the CDCR Form 1661 issued at the discretion of the unit supervisor on a case-by-case basis. If the unit supervisor determines that a CDCR Form 1661 is not required for a parolee designated as EOP, this decision shall be documented on the electronic Record of Supervision. • EMP. • MDO. • Inmate participants in community based programs supervised by DAPO, e.g., ACP. 81020.13

81020.13 Rewards and Incentives Policy Rewards and incentives identify the parolees’ pro -social behaviors and attitudes and case management progress. A range of rewards and/or incentives can be given to parolees for demonstration of these behaviors and/or attitudes. Incentives are maximized if issued in front of their peers and/or family members. Incentivizing positive behavior and programming can foster pro- social long term behavioral changes in criminal offenders. The rewards and incentives shall be administered in accordance with this policy. A myriad of incentives shall be utilized by the parole agent in order to reward the parolee for their pro-social behavior. Those incentives shall be provided based upon four qualifying levels of positive behavior. The levels are titled as Level I, Level II, Level III, and Level IV. The parole agent shall identify positive, pro-social behavior exhibited by the parolee, if possible. If the parolee exhibits positive behavior at a ratio of four positive behaviors to every one negative behavior, or four positive behaviors to no negative behavior, the parolee may be eligible for recognition in order to promote behavioral change. It is recognized that not every parole agent contact with a parolee will result in an observation of a positive or a negative behavior. Thus, a positive or negative behavior does not have to be noted for each face-to-face or collateral contact. Only those contacts where a positive or negative behavior is discovered shall require annotation. Positive or negative behavior shall be documented in the electronic Record of Supervision with a description of the behavior. 81020.13.1

81020.13.1 Examples of Positive and Negative Behaviors POSITIVE BEHAVIORS NEGATIVE BEHAVIORS Positive attitude during face-to- face contacts with DAPO staff. Negative attitude during face-to- face contacts with DAPO staff. Drug/alcohol free for 30 days as evidenced by a negative urinalysis test result. Failed to remain drug/alcohol free for 30 days as evidenced by a positive urinalysis test result. POSITIVE BEHAVIORS NEGATIVE BEHAVIORS Received positive reports from collateral contacts. Received negative reports from collateral contacts. Enrolled, reported, and attended DAPO programs as instructed. Failed to enroll, report, or attend DAPO programs as instructed. Displayed a diligent search for gainful employment. Failed to diligently search for gainful employment. Remained drug/alcohol free for 60 days as evidenced by a negative urinalysis test. Failed to remain drug/alcohol free for 60 days as evidenced by a positive urinalysis test. A period of 60 days without missing any appointments. Documented history of missed appointments. Obtained verifiable gainful employment. Failed to secure a verifiable legal income. Received positive reports from a teacher/employer/therapist. Received negative reports from a teacher/employer/therapist. Observed displaying positive parenting, conflict resolution, stable family relationships, etc., during interactions with the parole agent. Observed displaying negative or anger management issues during interactions with their parole agent. Maintained residential stability. Forced out of placement due to negative behavior. Remained violation free for a period of 90 days. Committed any violation of the law. Maintained residential stability for a period of six months. Committed any technical violation of parole conditions. Completed a program related to criminogenic needs. Failed to participate in a program related to criminogenic needs. Displayed a complete compliance with their case plan. Does not appear to accept responsibility for compliance with their case plan. Completed a school quarter/semester or 30 days regular GED or literacy lab attendance. Obtained their GED or high school diploma. Completely satisfied restitution order. Performed volunteer duty in the community or parole office; i.e., parole office exterior clean-up, weed abatement, car wash. 81020.13.2

81020.13.2 Rewards and Incentives Issuance Procedures The following are examples of rewards/incentives that may be provided by the parole agent without prior approval of the unit supervisor: • Verbal recognition • Sharing positive comments to family, peers, and support systems. • Certificate of accomplishment presented by parole agent. • Community celebration. The following are examples of rewards/incentives that require unit supervisor approval, prior to issuance: • Bus tokens, food vouchers, clothing vouchers – Submit a CDCR Form 1509, Financial Aid Loan and Incentive Request. • Travel permit. • Reduce reporting requirements – request a case conference review to recommend a supervision category reduction. • Modification of the CDCR Form 1515 or CDCR Form 1515- Addendum – Early discharge consideration as a reward/incentive shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 8, Article 8. Any reward or incentive provided to the parolee shall be documented on the electronic Record of Supervision. The unit supervisor shall: • Monitor the use of rewards and incentives during the case conference review process. If the unit supervisor believes the parolee has earned a reward or incentive, the unit supervisor shall review the case with the parole agent to identify an appropriate reward or incentive, and direct support staff in preparing incentive letters, certificates, etc. • Review all requests for consideration of any reward or incentive requiring unit supervisor approval. Any reward or incentive denied or amended by the unit supervisor shall be recorded on the electronic Record of Supervision, stating the reason the request for a reward or incentive was denied or amended. • Approve CDCR Form 1509, if appropriate and forward to the fund custodian for processing in accordance with existing bank draft, food voucher, and/or bus token processing policy and procedures. • Approve travel permits as appropriate, and ensure they are processed in accordance with existing policy and procedures. • Approve modifications to conditions of parole in accordance with existing policy and procedures. • Discuss the use of rewards and incentives policy during parole unit staff meetings, and provide examples where rewards and incentives may be used to positively influence the parolee’s behavior. 81020.13.3

81020.13.3 REWARD AND INCENTIVE OPTIONS BEHAVIORS INCENTIVES LEVEL I • Positive attitude during office/field visit. • 30 days drug/alcohol free. • Positive report from collateral contacts. • Timely enrollment/reporting/attendance (Substance Abuse Treatment and Recovery (STAR), Literacy Lab, POC, parole agent, etc.). • Search for gainful employment. • Verbal recognition by the parole agent and/or unit supervisor. • Encouraging comments to family, peers, support systems. LEVEL II • 60 days drug/alcohol free. • 60 days without missing appointments. • Obtained verifiable gainful employment. • Volunteer duty in the community or parole office. • Positive report from teacher/employer/ therapist. • Verbal recognition by the parole agent and/or unit supervisor. • Certificate of accomplishment presented by parole agent. • Bus token(s). • Food voucher(s). • Clothing voucher/referral. BEHAVIORS INCENTIVES • Pro-social behavior (positive parenting, conflict resolution, stable family relationships, etc.). • Residential stability. • Travel permit. LEVEL III • 90 days violation free. • 90 days of employment. • Six months stable residence. • Completion of a program related to criminogenic needs. • Complete compliance with case plans. • Completed a school quarter/semester or 30 days regular GED attendance. • Complete GED or obtain a high school diploma. • Satisfy restitution order. • Letter to parent/significant other. • Reduce reporting requirements. • Modify the SCOP. • Vouchers or gift certificates upon availability. • Early discharge consideration. • Community celebration. LEVEL IV • Successful Discharge. • Community celebration/recognition. • Certificate presentation. 81020.14

81020.14 Motivational Interviewing Policy Motivational interviewing is the cornerstone of CPSRM. It is essential for the parole agent to utilize the motivational interviewing to successfully interact and assist in the rehabilitation of the parolee. Various supervision tools are available to assist the parole agent to ensure that the parolee is compliant with their conditions of parole, and that the parolee is provided with the needed positive direction and guidance to succeed. Open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries help gather information and set the stage for change. Expressing empathy, rolling with resistance, developing rapport, and supporting self-efficacy facilitate productive interaction. Targeting dynamic risk factors helps the parolee make other positive changes. The parole agent shall employ all techniques presented within motivational interviewing. 81021

81021 Urinalysis Testing Program Policy Revised August 8, 2023 (a) The purpose of urinalysis testing (previously referred to as anti-narcotic testing) is to detect the presence of prohibited substances used by parolees, to respond to positive tests with case appropriate sanctions. When addressing a presumptive positive urinalysis test with a parolee, the parolee’s primary method of communication, shall be used to provide reasonable accommodations and modifications, as identified in DECS, SOMS, ERMS, and any relevant source documents (e.g., CDCR 128-B, CDCR 128C-2, DDP- Adaptive Support form, CDCR 1845, Disability Placement program Verification, CDCR 7410, Comprehensive Accommodation, CDCR 128-B, TABE or GPL, Learning Disability, or CDCR 128-3, Medical Classification Chrono). (b) Parolees with a narcotics-related conviction within five years of incarceration for their current offense, or who have a history of drug or alcohol abuse, may have a SCOP imposed requiring urinalysis testing at the direction of a parole agent. Special conditions of parole to participate in urinalysis testing shall be selected, and appear on the Notice of Conditions of Parole and SCOP in SOMS, and forwarded in SOMS to the unit supervisor for approval. The frequency in which urinalysis testing is administered shall be determined by supervision specifications, or any imposed SCOP set by the unit supervisor or the court. The urinalysis test is conducted by obtaining an unscheduled (less than 72 hours’ notice) urine sample from the parolee. The parole agent m ay order the parolee to provide a urinalysis sample at any time when there is reasonable suspicion that the parolee has used or is under the influence of a prohibited substance. All confirmed positive urinalysis test results shall be addressed according to current DAPO policy and procedures for technical parole violations. (c) A urinalysis test shall be collected prior to signing a CDCR Form 1527, Voluntary Statement of Admission. (1) The CDCR Form 1527 shall not be used in lieu of urinalysis testing. (2) The CDCR Form 1527 shall not be used when petitioning the court for revocation. (3) The CDCR Form 1527 shall only be used in conjunction with a presumptive positive urinalysis test, and for remedial sanction referrals to substance use disorder treatment or other programs. (d) A parolee who fails to submit to urinalysis testing when instructed shall be held accountable, and the violation shall be addressed according to CCR, Title 15, Article 19, section 3764. 81021.1

81021.1 Urinalysis Collection Procedures Revised August 8, 2023 (a) Prior to collecting a urinalysis sample, parole agents or parole service associates (PSA) shall inquire whether or not, the parolee is taking any prescribed medication. When the parolee declares they are taking prescribed medication, the parole agent or PSA administering the urinalysis test shall document the parolee’s response in the automated ROS and instruct the parolee to provide proof of a current and valid prescription. Upon receipt of a positive urinalysis test, the parole agent or PSA shall contact the contracted laboratory to inquire if the parolee’s utilization of said prescribed medication was the cause of the positive test. This information shall be documented in the automated ROS. (b) The urinalysis sample shall be taken under the observation of a parole agent or PSA when possible, where they can clearly observe the flow of urine into the instant test kit. During the collection of the urinalysis sample, staff shall adhere to the following: (1) Check the restroom for contraband and conduct a visual search of the parolee’s person prior to administering the test. (2) Conduct a pat-down search when necessary and only when safe to do so. (3) Prohibit the parolee from taking anything other than the urinalysis test kit into the restroom. (4) The observing parole agent or PSA shall evaluate the color and temperature of the urine sample immediately following the test to prevent tampering with the sample. (5) In the event that direct observation is not possible due to the opposite gender of the parolee and parole agent or PSA, further steps may be taken to reduce the chance of manipulation (e.g., no running water or flushing the toilet). (6) If direct observation is not possible, the urinalysis test shall be documented as an unobserved test. (c) The urinalysis samples being sent to the laboratory for confirmation shall include the security labels provided by the contracted laboratory, and shall be completed by the parole agent or PSA who collected the urinalysis sample. The parole agent or PSA shall clearly indicate the type of urinalysis tests to be completed. The label shall include the following: (1) The date the urinalysis sample was obtained. (2) The parolee's name and CDCR number. (3) The parole unit’s identification or billing number. (4) The name or initials of the parole agent or PSA who collected the urinalysis sample. (5) The security seal to be placed on the urinalysis sample bottle. 81021.2

81021.2 Alcohol and Marijuana Testing Policy Special conditions prohibiting parolees from possession and/or use of alcohol or marijuana shall only be imposed if there is a nexus or it is reasonably related to the parolee’s commitment offense, criminal conduct, and/or future criminality. 81021.3

81021.3 Instant Test Kit Results Revised August 8, 2023 (a) Negative Results: (1) In the event of a negative result, the parole agent or PSA shall have the parolee discard the urine sample in the toilet and discard the instant test kit in a trash receptacle. No further laboratory confirmation is required. The parole agent or PSA shall document the urinalysis results in the automated ROS. (b) Presumptive Positive Results: In the event of an undisputed presumptive positive instant test, if DAPO does not intend to file a petition for revocation with the court and prior to disposal of the instant test kit, the parole agent or PSA shall review the CDCR Form 1527 with the parolee and have the parolee complete and sign the form. The parole agent or PSA shall document the primary methods of communication used to achieve effective communication (EC), as identified in DECS, SOMS, ERMS, and any relevant source documents listed in section 81021(a), and how the parole agent or PSA determined it was effective. The parole agent or PSA shall have the parolee discard the urinalysis sample in the toilet, and discard the test kit in a trash receptacle. No further laboratory confirmation is required. (1) The parole agent or PSA shall document the presumptive positive test in the automated ROS. (2) The PSA shall forward the completed CDCR Form 1527 to the agent of record (AOR). (3) The parole agent shall complete a referral for remedial sanction according to DOM section 84070.2

84070.2 Remedial Sanction Referral Procedures. (4) If DAPO intends to file a petition for revocation with the court for an undisputed presumptive positive instant test, laboratory confirmation is required as evidence of substance use. (5) In the event of a disputed positive instant test result, or if the parolee refuses to sign the CDCR Form 1527, the parole agent or PSA shall then prepare the urinalysis sample for laboratory confirmation by completing the identification label and instruct the parolee to place the label on the instant test kit in the parole agent’s or PSA’s presence. The instant test kit shall be placed into the individual specimen bag. The parole agent or PSA obtaining the urinalysis sample from the parolee is responsible for documentation and placement of the urinalysis sample into the locked urinalysis storage container located in the parole unit for confirmation of test results. The parole agent or PSA shall document all information in the automated ROS and CDCR Form 1527, to include the primary methods of effective communication used to achieve EC, as identified in DECS, SOMS, ERMS, and any relevant source documents listed in section 81021(a) and how the parole agent or PSA determined it was effective. For disputed urinalysis samples collected in the field, the parole agent shall deposit the urinalysis samples into the locked urinalysis sample storage container upon returning to the parole unit or no later than the next business day. 81021.4