Can we hold hands, hug or kiss during inmate visits?

You may be allowed to hold hands if you're on a Contact Visit. Contacts visits are...

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Can we hold hands, hug or kiss during inmate visits?


Affection is quite limited by the authorities. Many times you're allowed to hold hands on a Contact Visit. Contact Visits are visits where you have no barrier between you and your inmate. One brief kiss at the beginning of the visit and one at the conclusion of the visit are likely to be allowed.

If there is any inappropriate behavior, the visit may be terminated and you may find future visits no longer allowed.

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