This bill establishes a person's right to social visitation while confined in a correctional facility, outlining that the Department of Corrections (DOC) may set rules to govern the administration of visitation. However, it restricts the DOC from limiting social visits beyond what is needed for the routine operation of the facility or to ensure safety for the facility and the public.
Additionally, the bill mandates that the DOC must allow individuals to file a grievance if they are being denied social visitation, providing a mechanism for addressing potential violations of this right.
Summary
The bill establishes social visitation as a right for a person
confined in a correctional facility. The department of corrections (department) may adopt rules to govern the administration of social visitation but shall not restrict social visitation beyond what is necessary for routine facility operations or for the safety of the facility and public. The bill requires the department to permit a person to file a grievance with the department if the person is not being allowed social visitation.
