What Contact Is Allowed During Visits at Manchester FCI and How Long Visits Last
Most visits at Manchester FCI allow brief physical contact. You can typically share a handshake, hug, or quick kiss at the start and end of your visit. The visiting room is still a controlled environment, though. Staff may limit contact for security reasons - particularly to prevent contraband from being passed - or to maintain order in the room. One common question: conjugal visits are not permitted at any Federal Bureau of Prisons facility.
Note: Visiting room staff can restrict physical contact if they believe it’s needed for safety, security, or to keep the room under control.
Federal law guarantees inmates at least four hours of visiting time per month. Don't assume every visit will be exactly that long - think of it as a minimum baseline. The Warden can shorten visits or limit how many visitors are allowed at once to manage crowding. If the visiting room fills up, expect tighter restrictions.
BOP facilities typically offer visiting hours on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays - some also have weekday hours. Before making the trip, check Manchester FCI's current schedule on bop.gov. Hours can change, and you don't want to arrive only to find the visiting room closed.
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