Queer inmate policies
Submitted | Aug. 27, 2018 |
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From: Brian Waters
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Vermont Public Records Act, I hereby request the following records:
Any policies, procedures, or internal memos regarding transgender, homosexual, or queer inmates in Vermont DOC facilities or privately-run correctional facilities.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 3 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Brian Waters
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Vermont Public Records Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Aug. 27, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Department of Corrections
Dear Mr. Waters,
Please be aware that all Vermont Department of Corrections APA rules, policies and directives are online on our public website. They are available at;
http://doc.vermont.gov/ under the “Policies and Directives” link.
I have attached the directive regarding gender identification, care and custody.
David Turner
Director, Offender Due Process & Grievances
Vermont DOC
NOB 2 South
280 State Drive
Waterbury, VT 05671-2000
(802) 241-0060
From: Brian Waters
David,
Thank you for the speedy response.
Cheers,
Brian Waters
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