Secretary Gary D. Maynard

 Security Classification Instrument  Originally developed in 1988 by Dr. Edward Letessa  Continually updated/reviewed for best practices  Basic intake classification sets original security level  Reclassification done annually, bi-annually for those within 3yrs of release  Inmate programming assignments based on both security classification and needs assessment/Case Plan  Case Plans developed in 2010 by Dr. James Austin

 Classification working in conjunction with case planning  Emphasize placing offender in least restrictive environment  Case plan compliance affects reclassification  Proactive involvement in programming  Behavior modification programs for disruptive inmates  NBCI Levels Program – max security  Special Needs Program – mental health  Reduce need to lower security levels to accommodate programming  Correctional Enterprises using long term offenders  Public Safety Compact

 Lifers unable to participate in work release  Limited resources to meet case plan needs  Sex offenders  Possible solutions:  Focus on offenders who benefit most  Use community resources  Staff time involved in security reclassification and case planning  Requires honesty from offender

 Dynamic, sequential classification from booking to community supervision  Reorganization/integration of supervision functions  Involve local counties  Intake/classification/case planning  Reentry  $14 mil investment in OCMS utilized to improve flow of information/records  Utilize regional resources to address needs  Regional classification tools  Mission-based institutions