N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9 § 7010.3

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 43, October 23, 2024

Section 7010.3 - Possession of medication by inmates

(a) Under no circumstances shall a supply of medicine or medication be issued to or be allowed to be in the possession of an inmate.

(b) Any jurisdiction may request a waiver of the requirements of this section by applying for such waiver to the Commission of Correction. The commission shall make a determination regarding such request based upon the facts and circumstances described therein.

(c) Notwithstanding the requirements of subdivision (a) of this section, any inmate prescribed either nitroglycerine or an asthma or other respiratory inhalant shall be issued and allowed to keep on his person a sufficient quantity of such medicine or medication.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 § 7010.3