Compliance Hearing - Finding and Report

Following the close of the compliance hearing, the hearing officer shall within 30 days issue a finding and report in writing, which shall determine, as to each instance of alleged non-compliance in controversy: (1) whether the county correctional facility is in compliance with 103 CMR 900.00 through 979.00; if non-compliance is found, whether the plan of remedy, if any, offered by the Sheriff/facility administrator is adequate to secure compliance within a reasonable time; (3) what other steps, if any, need to be taken to secure compliance; and, what period of time shall reasonably be allowed for remedying any instance of non-compliance. The finding and report of the hearing officer shall contain all findings of fact and conclusions of law necessary to support its determinations and shall, upon completion, be delivered to the Commissioner.