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Department of Correction
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/docOrganization Chart
Mission:
The Massachusetts Department of Correction's mission is to promote public safety by managing offenders while providing care and appropriate programming in preparation for successful re-entry into the community.Governing Laws:
Statutes
| MGL C. 27 S. 1-7 | Department of Correction |
|---|---|
| MGL C. 123 S. 35 | Commitment of alcoholics or substance abusers |
| MGL C. 123A S. 1-16 | Care, Treatment and Rehabilitation of Sexually Dangerous Persons |
| MGL C. 124 S. 1-10 | Powers and duties of department of correction |
| MGL C. 125 S. 1-21 | Correctional Institutions of the Commonwealth. |
| MGL C. 127 S. 1-169 | Officers and Inmates of Penal and Reformatory Institutions. Paroles and Pardons. |
Regulations
| 103 CMR 420 | Classification |
|---|---|
| 103 CMR 430 | Inmate Discipline |
| 103 CMR 455 | Correctional Industries |
| 103 CMR 900 | County Correctional Facilities |
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