Bill > S1379

This bill aims to strengthen inmate visitation by establishing several key provisions. Firstly, it defines what constitutes "unreasonably limiting in-person visitation of inmates," including restricting the frequency and number of visitors, requiring excessive personal information for visitor approval, and denying visitors based on their past incarceration or volunteer status. Secondly, the bill requires correctional staff to undergo training on the importance of visitation for reducing recidivism and successful reentry, as well as the need for civility and respect towards visitors. Additionally, the bill mandates the provision of a separate confidential room for legal visits and ensures that inmates in critical condition or facing imminent danger of death have daily access to visitation. Overall, the bill seeks to promote more accessible and humane visitation policies for incarcerated individuals.

Health and Social Services, Justice

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1379