Can I visit an inmate if I have a criminal record?

It's unlikely that you will be able to visit if your conviction is recent...

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Can I visit an inmate if I have a criminal record?


If you have a criminal record, specifically if you have been convicted of a felony in the previous three years, you will usually not be allowed to visit an inmate.

 

If you are on probation or parole, it is unlikely your visits will be approved, however check with your jail or prison for their guidelines on this issue.

 

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