Rules of Displays of Affection:

Displays of affection such as hugging, and embracing shall be limited to short durations (3 seconds or less) at the beginning and end of a visit.

No bodily contact, except for hand holding, shall be permitted during visiting for visitors above the age of 16. Hand holding must be visible and at tabletop level.

Any Situation Not Covered by the Above Rules Will be Addressed as it Occurs by the Officer in Charge.

The NHDOC visiting room staff thanks you for taking the time to familiarize yourself with these rules. We hope your visit will be a pleasant experience.

Don’t bring anything to the visiting room you don’t want confiscated; combs, Chap-stick®, pens, etc.

Allowed: Your Resident Uniform, Sneakers/Boots, Winter Hat, Coat, and Wedding Ring.

Not Allowed: Sweatshirts, Fleeces, Watches.

See Visit Rules for updates on official restrictions.

What activities can we do during visits?

A children’s play area is available in the visiting room. You may hug and your guests as they enter and leave the facility. To maintain the family environment, avoid behavior which may be seen as sexual. Above all, do not accept contraband; you will lose your visiting privileges and your visitor WILL be prosecuted.