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THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE.
[No. 55

90. Seven marks per diem may be granted in each grade for exemplary conduct on Sundays and holidays.

91. After deducting six marks per diem, or 2s. 6d., for the prisoner’s maintenance, the remainder shall be placed to his credit in the account to be kept by the Gaoler, and the amount standing to his credit may be applied wholly or in part towards the maintenance of his wife or children (if any) during the period of his detention, or be paid to the prisoner on his release or discharge, as may be directed by the Minister.

92. An account shall be kept in each prisoner’s name showing the various payments and deductions. The accounts shall be audited by the Inspector of Prisons on each occasion when he inspects the prison.

93. Prisoners shall, on inquiry, at any time be informed of the state of their accounts.

94. Prisoners who only earn six marks per diem are liable to be punished unless some good cause can be shown for their failure to earn the higher number of marks.

95. Prisoners while exempt from work by reason of illness shall be credited with six marks per diem, but these may be increased at the discretion of the Inspector of Prisons.

GENERAL.

96. Any prisoner who violates the conditions of his probation and is returned to prison, and any prisoner who, having once been released on probation, is again convicted and sentenced to imprisonment, shall on again entering upon his reformative sentence be placed in the Second Grade. Except under special circumstances he shall not be eligible for promotion to the First Grade until he has maintained a good-conduct record for at least nine months, and he shall be required to serve at least eighteen months with a continuous good-conduct record in the Lower Division of the First Grade before being eligible for promotion to the Special Division.

97. In determining promotion in grade special consideration will be given to good conduct, including cheerful and prompt obedience to all rules and regulations, loyalty to the government of the prison, faithful and diligent performance of work, and efforts made to acquire skill and rapidity thereat.

SEPARATE CELLS.

98. Every prisoner shall have a separate cell, in which he shall sleep and have his meals.

EDUCATION AND DRILL.

99. Prisoners detained for reformative purposes whose standard of education is deemed to be insufficient shall attend the schools of instruction.

100. Every assistance by means of instruction, books, &c., shall be given to prisoners anxious to advance their education.

101. They shall also attend and perform drill where drill is given, unless certified unfit by the Medical Officer.

PUNISHMENT.

Confinement to Cells.

102. While awaiting the arrival of a Visiting Justice the Gaoler may confine to his cell any prisoner charged with misconduct, and may take any precautionary measures for the protection of prisoners or officers. He may also stop any privileges until the Visiting Justice arrives and decides the matter.

Fines.

103. Breaches of Discipline.—For breaches of discipline prisoners may be fined by the Visiting Justice or Inspector a sum not exceeding 10s., as provided in Regulation No. 62.

Reduction of Grade.

104. In addition to any specific punishment for any breach of discipline or other offences, a prisoner may be placed in any lower grade for such term as the Visiting Justice or Inspector of Prisons may decide.

105. When a prisoner is reduced for misconduct to a lower grade the earning of marks, gratuities, and privileges shall be suspended until the period for which such prisoner has been reduced has expired or until he again enters a higher grade.

PETITIONS.

106. The Gaoler, when forwarding petitions for release, should state if definite employment can be found for the prisoner, and every facility should be given to an eligible prisoner to communicate with discharged prisoners’ aid societies or any kindred organizations or reputable persons likely to find employment for him. Prison officers are enjoined to render all possible assistance in this respect, as unless suitable employment is obtained for a prisoner prior to discharge there is little hope of his being able to lead a reformed life.

ANNUAL REPORT TO MINISTER.

107. The Inspector of Prisons shall see each prisoner when inspecting the prisons, and shall in January of each year furnish the Minister with a report on each case.

J. F. ANDREWS,
Clerk of the Executive Council.