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Document DOJ-OGR-00024732
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Summary: An email chain between Shirley V. Skipper-Scott and J. Ray Ormond discusses an inmate's 'Psychological Observation' status, its definition, and the inmate's housing arrangements. The Chief Psychologist defines Psychological Observation and explains its distinction from suicide watch. The inmate will be reassessed and potentially returned to SHU.
Significance: This document provides insight into the procedures and definitions used by the correctional facility for handling inmates with mental health issues, specifically the 'Psychological Observation' status.
Key Topics:
Psychological Observation status definition
Inmate housing and mental health assessment
Special Housing Unit (SHU) placement
Key People:
- Shirley V. Skipper-Scott - Associate Warden MCC New York
- J. Ray Ormond - Regional Director Northeast Region
- (b)(6); (b)(7)(C) - Chief Psychologist