Under what condition can an inmate not be processed?

The ability to process an inmate relies heavily on effective communication. If adequate communication cannot be established, it can lead to serious misunderstandings regarding the inmate's rights, medical needs, or their understanding of the process they are undergoing. Without clear communication, it may not be possible to ensure that the inmate comprehends the circumstances surrounding their arrest, the charges filed against them, or any legal rights they possess. This lack of clarity could also affect the safety and security of the inmate, personnel, and the facility.

Other factors, such as incomplete paperwork or insufficient staff, while they pose challenges, often have alternatives or workarounds that maintenance of the process can address. A medical emergency, while serious, may require temporary suspension of the processing, but it does not fundamentally impede establishing communication that could allow for processing to continue at a later point. Thus, the inability to establish adequate communication is a pivotal condition that directly prevents an inmate from being processed.