ID H0635

Prohibits correctional institutions from using any restraints on pregnant prisoners known to be pregnant during labor and delivery, except in extraordinary circumstances determined by a corrections official.

Allows restraints only when necessary to prevent escape or injury to the prisoner or staff, provided that leg or waist restraints are never used during labor or delivery and medical professionals can request immediate removal.

Requires restraints be applied in the least restrictive manner necessary and mandates written findings within 10 days documenting the extraordinary circumstance, type of restraints used, and justification for their selection.

Requires correctional institutions to inform prisoners of these protections upon admission and to post the chapter in an accessible location within 60 days of the law's effective date.

Makes written findings regarding restraint use available for public inspection for at least 5 years, with prisoner identities protected unless they provide prior written consent.