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Contraband

Jun 19, 2026

New prison mail policy sparks constitutional concern over inmate privacy

Key Points:  New prison mail barcode policy sparks concerns from inmates, attorneys Advocates warn changes will hinder self-represented litigants’ access to the courts  Corrections officials defend the policy as lawful, […]

Dec 27, 2025

Arizona prisons to digitize inmate mail, citing concerns over contraband

Key Points: State prison system digitizes letters, greeting cards, drawings sent to inmates Department hopes to stop flow of illicit drugs, contraband, bring greater safety Families, former inmates warn loss […]

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