Establishes standardized procedures for visiting incarcerated individuals in state and local correctional facilities.

New York A11507 establishes standardized procedures for visiting incarcerated individuals in state and local correctional facilities. It mandates that visits may only be suspended during emergencies, defined as situations involving explosive devices, mass contamination, or similar events. It requires facilities to provide video calls and letter-writing materials free of charge during such suspensions. The bill outlines specific visiting rights, including the right to contact visits, and prohibits strip searches unless voluntarily chosen by the incarcerated individual.

Establishes standardized procedures for visiting incarcerated individuals in state and local correctional facilities.

New York A11507 establishes standardized procedures for visiting incarcerated individuals in state and local correctional facilities. It mandates that visits may only be suspended during emergencies, defined as situations involving explosive devices, mass contamination, or similar events. It requires facilities to provide video calls and letter-writing materials free of charge during such suspensions. The bill outlines specific visiting rights, including the right to contact visits, and prohibits strip searches unless voluntarily chosen by the incarcerated individual.