Perf-Based Stds, Adult Corr. Inst. 5th ed March 2020

Part 7: Inmate Programs

Visiting

Regular Visitation

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that the number of visitors an inmate may receive and the length of visits may be limited only by the institu- tion’s schedule, space, and personnel constraints, or when there are substan- tial reasons to justify such limitations. Comment : Inmates should not be denied access to visits with persons of their choice except when the warden/superintendent or designee can present clear and convincing evidence that such visitation jeopardizes the safety and security of the institution or the visitors.

5-ACI-7D-14 (Ref. 4-4498)

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Facility plans/specifications. Visiting schedule and rules.

Process Indicators : Visiting records and logs. Observation. Inmate and visitor in- terviews. Documentation of justification of limitations.

5-ACI-7D-15 (Ref. 4-4499)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that written information re- garding procedures governing visitation be made available to the inmate with- in 24 hours after arrival at the facility. At a minimum, the information will include, but not be limited to, the following: • facility address/phone number, and directions to facility • days and hours of visitation • approved dress code and identification requirements for visitors • items authorized in visitation room • special rules for children • authorized items that visitors may bring to give to the offender (for exam- ple, funds, pictures, and so forth) • special visits (for example, family emergencies) Comment : Providing detailed information to inmates to give to their family and friends on visitation procedures will facilitate the visiting process and eliminate confusion and fear on the part of the visitor.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Inmate handbook.

Process Indicators : Inmate interviews. Documentation of inmate receiving within 24 hours.

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