Principal Keeper's daily journal of infractions and complaints

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
This series records infractions of the rules by officers or inmates, and inmates' complaints. Kept by the assistant superintendent, information recorded includes the date; inmate number (if applicable); name; whether an officer or inmate; whether there were former offenses or complaints; the offense or complaint; action or penalty imposed; days lost; and compensation not earned for the month.
Title
Principal Keeper's daily journal of infractions and complaints
Quantity
4.5 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
B0093
Creator
Arrangement

Chronological.

Scope and Content Note

These are records of infractions of the rules by officers or inmates, and of inmates' complaints.

The Correction Law required that a daily record be made of infractions, punishments, and complaints. The journal was kept by the assistant superintendent. It recorded the date; inmate number (if applicable); name; whether an officer or inmate; whether there were former offenses or complaints; the offense or complaint; action or penalty imposed; days lost; and compensation not earned for the month.

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