We are reviewing our facility's inmate library procedures. We would like to know how other facilities handle the inmate library process. Can you help?
We have found that professional librarians are very willing to share their expertise. Don't forget to draw upon your local public or college/community college library staff to assist you or serve as an advisory group.
Meanwhile, take a look at the following resources. Both prison and jail library information are included since the issues are the same.
Additional Links
- Library Standards for Adult Correctional Institutions
- Standards for Colorado Correctional libraries: Uniting Service and Security
- Prison Librarian Blog Website
- American Library Association Prisoners' Right to Read
- Correctional Librarian Resources
- Guidelines for Library Services to Prisoners (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions)
- Library Services for Youth in Custody
- Department of Corrections, Montana State Prison, Operational Procedures: Library Services