103 CMR 423.17
Exigent Circumstances
In any instance in which an act or action required by 103 CMR 423.00 cannot or does not
occur for reason of Exigent Circumstances, notification shall be made to the Deputy
Commissioner, Prison Division. Where practicable, notification shall be made prior to the time
mandated for the occurrence of such act or action. In such instance, responsible staff shall
attempt to resolve the Exigent Circumstances as soon as possible, and the act or action shall be
performed as soon as possible after the Exigent Circumstances cease to exist.