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RI H7966

RI H7966
Sets standards and procedures to allow and implement conjugal visitation at state correctional facilities.


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Introduced
03/05/2024
In Committee
03/05/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/30/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would set standards and procedures to allow and implement conjugal visitation at state correctional facilities. This act also directs the department of corrections to establish and enforce rules and regulations governing conjugal visits. This act would take effect on January 1, 2025.

AI Summary

This bill sets standards and procedures to allow and implement conjugal visitation at state correctional facilities. It directs the Department of Corrections to establish and enforce rules and regulations governing these visits, including prohibiting video surveillance, restricting contraband, limiting visit duration and frequency, and allowing the warden to suspend visits in certain circumstances. The bill also outlines the process for scheduling conjugal visits, which requires registering, submitting a visitor form, and confirming the visit with the specific facility. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 04/11/2024)

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