If a prisoner is being moved between facilities, which entity's jurisdiction applies along the route?

If a prisoner is being moved between facilities, which entity's jurisdiction applies along the route?

• A. The arresting agency
• B. The transporting agency
• C. The receiving agency
• D. Any local agency along the route

Answer: (B)

When a prisoner is moved between facilities, the transporting agency holds custody and control for the entire journey. That agency is responsible for security, safety, and compliance from departure through arrival, so its jurisdiction applies along the route. The arresting agency’s authority ends when the prisoner is handed over for transport, and the receiving agency only gains jurisdiction at the destination facility. Local agencies along the route do not automatically assume jurisdiction simply because the move passes through their area. This setup is why the transporting agency is the correct choice.

When a prisoner is moved between facilities, the transporting agency holds custody and control for the entire journey. That agency is responsible for security, safety, and compliance from departure through arrival, so its jurisdiction applies along the route. The arresting agency’s authority ends when the prisoner is handed over for transport, and the receiving agency only gains jurisdiction at the destination facility. Local agencies along the route do not automatically assume jurisdiction simply because the move passes through their area. This setup is why the transporting agency is the correct choice.