New York A03780 allows incarcerated individuals to make a personal phone call within 24 hours of transfer, except under exceptional circumstances.
New York A03780 amends the correction law to ensure incarcerated individuals can make a personal phone call within 24 hours of being transferred to another facility. This call is free of charge and is allowed unless it poses a risk to safety and security. If a call cannot be made due to exceptional circumstances, the department must document this in a written document. The bill aims to maintain communication for incarcerated individuals during transfers.
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