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# 1.2 Chain Of Command

> The rank structure of the San Andreas Department of Corrections and the authoritative power each rank holds.

The San Andreas Department of Corrections has a simple rank structure. There is a clear definition of the authoritative power that comes connected with the assigned rank. The rank structure is as follows (starting from the top to the bottom):

<Steps>
  <Step title="Wardens" icon="crown">
    Wardens have the highest level of authoritative power and are accountable to overseeing the entire department.

    * Warden
    * Deputy Warden
    * Assistant Warden
  </Step>

  <Step title="Captains" icon="star">
    Captains work with the Wardens as members of High Command to efficiently manage the department.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Lieutenants" icon="shield-halved">
    Lieutenants are members of Low Command. They work with both High Command and Sergeants to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sergeants" icon="user-tie">
    Sergeants are department Supervisors. They ensure Correctional Officers follow the SOPs and take lead in situations.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Correctional Officers" icon="user-shield">
    Correctional Officers are responsible for maintaining a safe prison environment.

    * Senior Correctional Officer
    * Corrections Officer
  </Step>

  <Step title="Correctional Cadets" icon="user-graduate">
    Correctional Cadets are those in training. They fall under the supervision of the Field Training Program.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Levels of Authoritative Power

The levels of authoritative power is defined below:

<Accordion title="Wardens" icon="crown">
  Wardens possess the highest level of authoritative power. They can:

  * Make department changes,
  * Change divisions and rank structures,
  * Approve promotions and demotions,
  * Authorize terminations, blacklists, and permanent strikes,
  * Create required Discord channels,
  * And everything below.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Captains" icon="star">
  Captains work with the Wardens as members of High Command and head their own division. They can:

  * Request promotions and demotions,
  * Vote on applications and personnel changes,
  * And everything below.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Lieutenants" icon="shield-halved">
  Lieutenants are considered members of Low Command. They can:

  * Issue warnings, strikes and suspensions,
  * Participate in Command discussions and meetings,
  * And everything below.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Sergeants" icon="user-tie">
  Sergeants ensure Correctional Officers are doing their jobs properly. They can:

  * Issue warnings and strikes for up to two (2) weeks, and suspension up to 24 hours of rank below.
</Accordion>