Reviewed on: April 14,2016
Visitation

If you have a felony on your record, does that effect being able to visit an inmate?

if a person wanting to visit an inmate and has a felony does that effect being able to visit?

Yes, you will need to get permission from the warden to get an approval.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer March 26,2016 · Visitation
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Yes, you will need to get permission from the warden to get an approval. They do an NCIC background check before approving the visitors. It is in your best interest to address this issue *before applying*, because they will find out and that might make your approval more difficult.
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Accepted Answer Date Created: March 26,2016
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed April 2016.