California · Through 2026-09-13

PEN § 6400

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Penal Code - PEN
PART 3. OF IMPRISONMENT AND THE DEATH PENALTY [2000. - 10008.]
TITLE 7. ADMINISTRATION OF THE STATE CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM [5000. - 7468.]
CHAPTER 10.7. Prison Visitation [6400. - 6405.]

Any amendments to existing regulations and any future regulations adopted by the Department of Corrections which may impact the visitation of inmates shall do all of the following:

(a) Recognize and consider the value of visiting as a means to improve the safety of prisons for both staff and inmates.

(b) Recognize and consider the important role of inmate visitation in establishing and maintaining a meaningful connection with family and community.

(c) Recognize and consider the important role of inmate visitation in preparing an inmate for successful release and rehabilitation.

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