1. (a) Each jail shall provide an area for visitation.

2. (b) If provided, noncontact visitation areas shall:

   1. (1) provide seating for the inmate and visitors;
   2. (2) provide a view panel with minimum dimensions of 1' x 1' between the inmate and visitors;
   3. (3) provide a telephone communication system or equivalent audio link between the inmate and visitors;
   4. (4) permit visual and auditory observation by officers; and
   5. (5) prevent the passage of contraband.

3. (c) If provided, contact visitation areas shall:

   1. (1) provide seating for the inmate and visitors; and
   2. (2) permit visual and auditory observation by officers.

4. (d) Confidential attorney visitation areas shall:

   1. (1) permit contact between the inmate and attorney;
   2. (2) be separate and distinct from the general visitation area;
   3. (3) provide seating and a writing table for the inmate and attorney;
   4. (4) permit only visual monitoring by the officers;
   5. (5) provide a way for the attorney to contact officers if needed; and
   6. (6) provide a minimum of 30 footcandles of artificial light.

History Note: Authority G.S. 153A‑221;
Eff. June 1, 1990;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. January 5, 2016.