June 9, 2026
“That’s Not a Visit”: How Pricey Video Calls Replaced Human Contact in Oklahoma Jails
More than two-thirds of Oklahoma county jails have eliminated in-person visitation, replacing face-to-face visits with costly video calls that generate revenue for counties and private contractors. Advocates say the shift harms detainees, most of whom have not been convicted, and...

More than two-thirds of Oklahoma county jails no longer allow families or friends to visit in-person, making costly phone calls and video messages the only…

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