Basic Corrections Officer: Certification Practice

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What must be included in a grievance filed by an inmate?

A request for parole
A complaint alleging personal injury or harm
An appeal to the warden's decision
A request for transfer to another facility

The correct answer is: A complaint alleging personal injury or harm

The inclusion of a complaint alleging personal injury or harm in a grievance filed by an inmate is essential because grievances are formal mechanisms that allow inmates to express their dissatisfaction regarding conditions of confinement or treatment. This often encompasses issues relating to personal safety, health care, or other forms of maltreatment. By specifying a personal injury or harm, the grievance clearly identifies the nature of the complaint, enabling correctional staff to properly address and investigate the issue. Other options, while they may reflect concerns or wishes of the inmate, do not align with the primary purpose of a grievance. A request for parole is a separate process that involves different legal standards and hearings entirely, whereas an appeal to the warden's decision and a request for transfer to another facility also represent different procedural channels that are not typically encapsulated within the grievance system. Thus, grievances focus on addressing complaints and ensuring that issues related to inmate welfare are formally recognized and handled appropriately.