JFL PURPLE WRIST BAND

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7-02/090.05 Wristband Colors​

RED - Used exclusively for inmates that must be escorted at all times.

BLUE - For inmates that are of a lesser risk than red bands but still require special security measures.

ORANGE - Juveniles



YELLOW - Indicates a medical problem. The code designations appearing on yellow bands apply only to yellow bands and have a different meaning on bands of other colors:

• "C" - Contagious
• "E" - Epilepsy
• "M" - Mentally Ill
• "D" - Diabetic
• "H" - Hepatitis
• "T" - Tuberculosis
• "P" - Pregnant

GREEN - Any inmate whose bail is one million dollars or more will be identified at Inmate Reception Center when he is booked into the system. These inmates shall wear green wristbands and receive a K-6 High Bail Special Handling designation. Other inmates who have no bail or a bail lower than one million dollars may also be classified as K-6 (Green) by Inmate Reception Center or the Men's Central Jail Watch Commander.

PURPLE - For inmates determined to be potential two or three strike inmates, and all homicide suspects. The codes 2X, 3X, and 187 will be placed on the wristband as appropriate.