The bill amends the Corrections Code of 1953 by adding a new section, 67d, which establishes guidelines for the use of recording devices in sensitive medical settings within correctional facilities. It mandates that the Department of Corrections maintain policies that limit the use of recording devices to situations where it is reasonably necessary for safety, security, or documentation purposes. Additionally, if a recording device is utilized, it must be done in a way that minimizes the intrusion on a prisoner's privacy, and the rationale for its use must be documented.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Department to have a policy regarding the retention, storage, and access to recordings made in sensitive medical settings, ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Definitions are provided for terms such as "medical care," "recording device," and "sensitive medical setting," clarifying the scope and intent of the legislation. This amendment aims to balance the need for security and documentation in correctional healthcare with the privacy rights of prisoners.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 791.201, 791.285