West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 149 - Crime, Delinquency And Correction
West Virginia Code of State Rules – Agency 149: Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (Crime, Delinquency, and Correction)
Agency 149 of the West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR) encompasses regulations established by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR)—part of the Department of Homeland Security. These rules govern adult correctional institutions, juvenile services, parole, probation, inmate rights, and correctional programming across the state.
This agency focuses on both adult and juvenile corrections, including institutional management, offender classification, rehabilitation, and reintegration.
🔹 Purpose of Agency 149 Rules:
Regulate the custody, care, control, and rehabilitation of offenders
Outline operational and security procedures for correctional and juvenile facilities
Ensure proper classification, programming, and supervision of offenders
Promote public safety and compliance with federal/state correctional standards
📘 Key Sections Likely Included in Agency 149 CSR Rules:
| CSR Section | Topic |
|---|---|
| 149-1 | Organization and Definitions |
| 149-2 | Inmate Classification and Custody Levels |
| 149-3 | Offender Programs and Rehabilitation Services |
| 149-4 | Juvenile Corrections and Treatment Standards |
| 149-5 | Use of Force and Security Operations |
| 149-6 | Visitation and Communication Policies |
| 149-7 | Inmate Rights, Grievance Procedures, and Disciplinary Actions |
| 149-8 | Parole and Reentry Services |
| 149-9 | Medical, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Treatment |
Note: Actual section numbers and names may vary slightly depending on updates.
✅ Core Policy Areas and Standards:
1. Inmate Management and Classification
Rules for intake assessments, custody designation, housing assignments
Specialized housing for mental health, disciplinary, or high-risk inmates
2. Juvenile Justice Services
Standards for detention, assessment, and rehabilitation of juvenile offenders
Education, counseling, and family reintegration efforts for youth
3. Offender Programming
Access to:
GED and vocational training
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Substance abuse programs
Work release and pre-release planning
4. Visitation and Communication
Visitation schedules and security screening
Mail and phone privileges
Policies for contact with attorneys and clergy
5. Use of Force and Safety
Rules for non-lethal force, restraints, and emergency response
Incident reporting and review requirements
6. Grievances and Disciplinary Processes
Procedures for inmate complaints
Levels of misconduct and sanctions
Rights to due process in disciplinary hearings
🏛️ Legal Authority:
Agency 149 operates under West Virginia Code §15A, which governs public safety, corrections, and juvenile services.
The Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation was created in 2018 via restructuring of previous correctional agencies.
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