Limits use of restrictions on telephone calls as discipline measure during incarceration.

New Jersey A3742 limits the use of restrictions on telephone calls as a disciplinary measure for incarcerated individuals. The bill mandates that incarcerated individuals be allowed at least one phone call every two weeks if their telephone privileges are suspended as a disciplinary action. It also requires notification of the emergency contact about the suspension. The bill sets a maximum limit of 90 consecutive days for any suspension and 180 days per year.

Limits use of restrictions on telephone calls as discipline measure during incarceration.

New Jersey A3742 limits the use of restrictions on telephone calls as a disciplinary measure for incarcerated individuals. The bill mandates that incarcerated individuals be allowed at least one phone call every two weeks if their telephone privileges are suspended as a disciplinary action. It also requires notification of the emergency contact about the suspension. The bill sets a maximum limit of 90 consecutive days for any suspension and 180 days per year.