Tougher cell phone and electronic communication rules of BJCC

The Department of Corrections has published updated rules on bringing cell phones or other devices capable of communications within a state penal institution or other secure place where prisoners are located.

The release stated policies have to be amended to keep up with today's technologies.

In accordance with Oklahoma Statute Title 57 Section 21, any person who knowingly, willingly and without authority brings into or has in his or her possession in any secure area of state penal institution or other secure area of state penal institution or other secure place where prisoners are located any...