OAR 291-180-0106: Authority, Purpose, Policy, and Applicability

(1) Authority: The authority for these rules is granted to the Director of the Department of Corrections in accordance with ORS 144.600, 179.040, 423.020, 423.030, and 423.075. (2) Purpose: Together with ORS 144.600, these rules establish Oregon’s participation in the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS) and the processing and management of adults on supervision transferring into or out of Oregon under the provisions of this compact. They provide guidance to county community corrections agencies and Department of Corrections institutions regarding the transfer and management of adults on supervision sent or received from other states under this compact. (3) Policy: It is the policy of the Department of Corrections to fully participate in the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision in accordance with ORS 144.600 and comply with rules lawfully promulgated by the National Interstate Commission within the inherent limitations of resources. (4) Applicability: These rules apply to all adults on supervision relocating to other states or applying for or receiving interstate compact services under the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS).