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Maintaining Family Contact When a Family Member Goes to Prison: An Examination of State Policies on Mail, Visiting, and Telephone Access

Research has shown that having a family to return home to upon release from prison is one of the most important factors in reduced recidivism. This report takes a look at how families are impacted by government policies and services specific to contact with inmates who are family members. This report discusses: why family issues are important; how family contact can pose security risks; how families maintain contact with telephone calls, letters and packages, and by visiting; family programs currently offered in Florida; and innovative family programs in other states. Unfortunately, there is an overriding tendency to make it difficult to maintain family contact. Accession Number: 015772

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