---
id: GOV_DEAD_LETTER_QUEUES
type: workflow
status: active
tier: T3
title: dead-letter-queues
description: Governance rules for dead-letter-queues.
applies_when:
  - "dlq"
  - "poison message"
  - "redrive policy"
  - "max receive count"
---

# dead-letter-queues (current)

This document records the current governance decision for the dead-letter-queues area. It states the recommended approach, the rationale behind it, and how to request an exception.

## Decision

- Adopt the documented pattern for this area.
- Prefer the recommended approach over ad-hoc alternatives.
- Record any deviation in the project decision record.
- Consult this page before related work begins.
