OAR 291-123-0005
Authority, Purpose, and Policy

(1) Authority: The authority for this rule is granted to the Director of the Department of Corrections in accordance with ORS 179.040 (General powers and duties), 423.020 (Department of Corrections), 423.030 (Department not limited by ORS 423.020), and 423.075 (Director).
(2) Purpose: The purpose of this rule is to set forth standards governing the personal appearance, personal hygiene, clothing, and sanitation of adults in custody confined in a Department of Corrections facility.
(3) Policy: It is the policy of the Department of Corrections that each adult in custody be allowed to maintain their appearance within the guidelines established by these rules. It is also the policy of the Department of Corrections that safety and security considerations be given priority over individual choices.

Source: Rule 291-123-0005 — Authority, Purpose, and Policy, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=291-123-0005.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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