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Prison...
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Bit of a random question, & I'm not sure where to post... But here goes.
I'm visiting someone in prison this week and I'm really nervous about the whole thing.
I've not been inside a prison before, but have watched Prisoners Wives. Is that what it's like? One big room? Are you sat on a table with the person you're visiting or is there something between you (like glass)?
Also, can I take a bag? Is there anything I can/can't take. I'm nervous about things like searching. Is it a bit like an airport, like no metal or clear liquids???
I'm on my phone and in a really bad signal area so my replies may be slow. TIA for any help or advice though :)
I'm visiting someone in prison this week and I'm really nervous about the whole thing.
I've not been inside a prison before, but have watched Prisoners Wives. Is that what it's like? One big room? Are you sat on a table with the person you're visiting or is there something between you (like glass)?
Also, can I take a bag? Is there anything I can/can't take. I'm nervous about things like searching. Is it a bit like an airport, like no metal or clear liquids???
I'm on my phone and in a really bad signal area so my replies may be slow. TIA for any help or advice though :)
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This last week I too visited someone in prison for the first time, and like you was very nervous. However, I needn't have been. I suspect every prison is different, but this is how our visit went. We went to the reception first, where we were given a number. When our number was called, we then went over to the wing. We were not allowed to take anything at all in, but a...
13:47 Sun 17th Feb 2013
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This last week I too visited someone in prison for the first time, and like you was very nervous. However, I needn't have been. I suspect every prison is different, but this is how our visit went. We went to the reception first, where we were given a number. When our number was called, we then went over to the wing. We were not allowed to take anything at all in, but a little money (which is checked). Be sure to take your photo ID with you or you won't be allowed in. Everyone goes through a scanner, then is patted down. We were told which table to sit at - the room looked like a school hall. The money you can take in with you can be used to purchase food and drinks, both for yourself and the prisoner. I found the experience extremely emotional, but I'm glad I went, and certainly won't think twice before going again.