How long may placement into security restrictive housing last?

The designation of 72 hours as the maximum duration for placement into security restrictive housing is grounded in standards aimed at balancing safety and the rights of detainees. This timeframe is often based on policies that require regular review and reassessment of an individual's need for continued restrictive housing.

A duration of 72 hours allows authorities to closely monitor the detainee’s behavior, investigate any incidents that led to the placement, and ensure that mental health and physical well-being needs are being met. This approach fosters a structured environment for evaluating both the necessity of the placement and the potential for reintegration into the general population.

Such policies encourage a humane treatment model while maintaining the necessary security protocols within detention facilities. This period also falls within guidelines that seek to mitigate excessive use of restrictive housing, thereby addressing concerns related to the psychological impact of prolonged isolation on individuals in custody.