N.Y. Correction Law § 138-a: Notification of visitation policies

§ 138-a. Notification of visitation policies. The commissioner of the

department of corrections and community supervision shall establish and

maintain on its public website information concerning specific

visitation rules, regulations, policies and procedures for each

correctional facility. Such information shall include, but not be

limited to, visiting days and hours, length and number of allowable

visits, maximum number of people per visit, dress code, guidelines for

people with medical and other special needs including physical access

and restrictions on medications while in the facility, infant care, and

items which are restricted or prohibited by visitors. The commissioner

shall regularly update the information provided on the website pursuant

to this section in order to ensure that such information is accurate and

that visitors are notified of any new or changed rules, regulations,

policies and procedures. In addition, the commissioner shall designate a

telephone number or numbers that persons may call for information about

the visiting rules, regulations, policies and procedures at the various

facilities. Such telephone number or numbers shall also be posted on the

website.