Bc prision mail poicy

You're referring to the prison mail policy in British Columbia, Canada!

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) and the British Columbia Corrections Branch have guidelines in place for inmate mail. Here's a summary of the policy:

General Guidelines

  1. Content: Inmates can receive mail from family, friends, and other individuals. The content of the mail should be respectful, non-threatening, and not contain any illegal or harmful materials.
  2. Format: Mail can be in the form of letters, postcards, or photographs. Inmates can also receive books, magazines, and newspapers, but these must be sent directly from the publisher or a bookstore.
  3. Frequency: Inmates can receive mail as often as they like, but the CSC and BC Corrections reserve the right to limit the frequency of mail if it becomes excessive or causes disruptions in the institution.

Prohibited Items

  1. Illegal substances: No illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, or other controlled substances are allowed in inmate mail.
  2. Contraband: No weapons, explosives, or other contraband items are permitted in inmate mail.
  3. Obscene or explicit materials: No sexually explicit or obscene materials, including photographs or writings, are allowed in inmate mail.
  4. Threats or harassment: No mail that contains threats, harassment, or intimidation towards an inmate, staff member, or another individual is permitted.

Security Screening

  1. Mail screening: All incoming mail is screened for security and contraband purposes.
  2. X-ray machines: Some institutions use X-ray machines to inspect mail for hidden items.
  3. Hand searches: In some cases, mail may be subject to a hand search by correctional staff.

Special Considerations

  1. Legal documents: Inmates can receive legal documents, such as court papers or lawyer correspondence, but these must be sent directly from the relevant authorities or legal representatives.
  2. Medical or mental health information: Inmates can receive medical or mental health information from healthcare providers, but this must be sent directly from the healthcare provider or a licensed medical professional.

Inmate Responsibilities

  1. Reporting mail: Inmates are responsible for reporting any lost or missing mail to the institution's mailroom staff.
  2. Compliance: Inmates must comply with the institution's rules and regulations regarding mail, including any restrictions or limitations imposed by the CSC or BC Corrections.

Remember that prison policies can change, and it's always a good idea to check with the institution or the CSC/BC Corrections website for the most up-to-date information on inmate mail policies.