Special Housing

For the last several years, the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) has reduced both the number of adults in custody in Disciplinary Segregation (DS) and their length of stay.

As part of this commitment to reform, DOC established key partnerships to support meaningful change and build a more rehabilitative and transformational correctional system.

In response to the 2023 legislative session, Senate Bill 2345 emphasized the importance of transparency in Disciplinary Segregation practices.

This dashboard showcases progress within Special Housing and allows users to explore and sort data.

The dashboard was developed through collaboration between the Research Unit, Operations Division, and the Office of the Inspector General.

• Sorting Options: Filter by length of stay, time out of cell, misconduct type, and demographics.
• Aggregate Data: Data is summarized to protect privacy; no names are displayed.
• Timeline: Includes data from January 2024 forward.
• About the Data: Learn more through the dashboard’s “About the Data” section.

These efforts align with changes to Oregon Administrative Rule 291-105 .

• Sanction Alignment: Match consequences to severity of violations.
• Balanced System: Ensure consistency in disciplinary outcomes.
• Expanded Alternatives: Use varied interventions beyond segregation.
• Individualized Approach: Tailor responses to each situation.
• Rehabilitation Focus: Promote growth and positive change.

DOC is committed to transparency, education, and continuous improvement in Disciplinary Segregation practices.