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The Pros And Cons Of Visit To A Prison

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Although there may be some challenges to the security of a prison or jail when visitation is granted to an inmate, I still believe that they should be allowed to have visitors for many reasons. For example, visits from family members, friends or other members of the community can be beneficial in reducing an inmate’s likelihood of recidivism and parole violation. These individuals are also critical in helping offenders transition from prison life to community life by continuing to provide them with a social support network while incarcerated. Inmates who continue to maintain that special bond with their peers pose less of a risk to public safety and fare a better chance of succeeding once released. Visitation can also benefit the visiting
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