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Important update on Property matrix reset May 2026 from UDC-

“Dear Families and Loved Ones,

The Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) would like to provide a general update regarding recent communication shared with incarcerated individuals about property guidelines and facility-wide resets as part of the transition to a Tiered Housing System.

As UDC moves toward this housing model, it is necessary to ensure a fair, consistent, and uniform approach to operations across all facilities. One component of this transition includes reinforcing property standards to support safety, organization, and equitable living conditions within each housing unit.

It is important to note that property allowances are established in UDC policy. The current efforts are not the creation of new property rules, but rather a system-wide effort to ensure consistent application of existing standards as facilities transition into the Tiered Housing model.

While specific property details and individual circumstances cannot be shared due to privacy requirements, we would like to provide a general overview of what these updates include:

● Standardized Property Limits: Expectations regarding storage bins and property allowances are being applied consistently, with some variation by facility, in accordance with policy.
● Electronics Requirements: All personal electronics must have proper documentation (such as proof of purchase or prior approval) and must fit within designated storage allowances outlined in policy.
● Temporary Receipt Process: A temporary process has been implemented to assist incarcerated individuals in obtaining documentation for older, approved electronics to help prevent the loss of authorized items during facility resets.
● Medical and ADA Accommodations: Approved medical devices and ADA accommodations remain authorized and do not count toward standard property limits, provided documentation is current.
● Legal Materials: Legal documents are permitted within structured guidelines defined in policy, with additional materials requiring prior approval.
● Religious Items: Individuals may maintain approved religious items consistent with their declared faith and department policy.
● Hobby Craft and Educational Materials: Hobby craft items must follow established contract and release timelines, and educational materials are reviewed on a case-by-case basis in alignment with policy.
As part of this process, incarcerated individuals are expected to organize and reduce their property to meet established guidelines prior to scheduled facility resets. Any property that exceeds allowable limits must be addressed by the individual, which may include mailing items out or choosing to dispose of them.

Following facility moves and resets, individuals will be held accountable to the established property matrix and policy standards.

As the Tiered Housing System continues to be implemented, higher housing tiers will include increased property privileges. Additional information regarding these allowances will be communicated once implementation is complete.

We understand that transitions such as this may raise questions or concerns. Families and loved ones are encouraged to communicate directly with the individual, as they will have the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding their personal property and status.

If you have general questions regarding department policies or procedures, you may contact our office, and we will provide information where appropriate within established privacy guidelines.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we work to implement this transition and maintain safe, secure, and equitable operations across UDC facilities.

We encourage any offenders having issue with their property to speak with their Offender Management Review (OMR) Team

Respectfully,

Chief Randall Honey

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The Utah Prisoner Advocate Network (UPAN) is dedicated to supporting families and loved ones as they navigate the challenging journey of incarceration. When a friend or family member is incarcerated, it can be an overwhelming experience, as supporters face the complex rules, regulations, and restrictions of life separated by bars. UPAN works to make this transition less complicated and isolating by providing resources and support for families while also advocating for better conditions and fairness within Utah’s correctional facilities. Please visit our About Page to learn more.

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