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Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 42 – Visiting

Revised May 1, 2003

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54020.33.19 Unscheduled Inspection/Search of Family Visiting Units

  • Every effort shall be made to ensure the privacy of the inmate and their visitor(s). However, the safety of persons and security of the institution may require the inspection and/or search of a family visiting unit while a visit is in progress.

  • The watch commander has the authority to order a search/inspection when the need arises. The watch commander and/or visiting supervisor shall be responsible to ensure that the search/inspection is conducted in a courteous and professional manner.