Inmates were given the opportunity to arrange for food delivery to correctional facilities
In a recent development, the Ministry of Justice in Russia has published draft amendments to the Russian Criminal Executive Code for public discussion. Among these proposed changes, one notable update is the possibility for inmates to order food deliveries to correctional centers.
The amendments aim to improve conditions for inmates serving their sentences. However, it is not specified whether these new provisions will apply to all correctional centers in Russia or only certain ones. Furthermore, the amendments do not clarify if inmates will have the option to choose the meals they order.
Under the new rules, inmates will be able to order prepared meals twice or thrice a day, delivered from canteens and kitchens of other institutions within a two-hour drive. The cost of these hot meals will be deducted from the inmate's personal account, where their salary is credited. If there are no funds in the account, the deduction will be made from the next salary.
Currently, inmates buy products at regular stores and cook them in the shared kitchen of the correctional center. In case of delivery and distribution issues, inmates will still have access to food products for self-preparation. It is important to note that the amendments do not explicitly state whether the inmates will have access to food products for self-preparation in case of delivery and distribution issues.
The amendments also include provisions for the provision of both prepared meals and food products for self-preparation. However, the ministry has not provided information on whether the new provisions for employees to use firearms in the search for escaped prisoners is included in the current draft amendments.
It is worth mentioning that FSIN employees can currently use weapons within institutions of the penal system, adjacent territories, to repel attacks, perform duties as escorts, and prevent escapes. In April, the Ministry of Justice of Russia proposed allowing FSIN employees to use firearms in the search for escaped prisoners.
Given the recent nature of these developments, it is possible that more details may emerge as the public discussion on the draft amendments progresses. For those interested in staying updated on the progress of these amendments, monitoring official Russian penal code updates and Russian Ministry of Justice announcements is recommended.
The amendments aim to improve conditions for inmates serving their sentences not only by allowing food deliveries, but also by providing provisions for self-preparation of food. However, it remains unclear if inmates will have the flexibility to choose their meals or if this option will be restricted. Interestingly, the draft amendments do not address the controversial issue of arming FSIN employees for the pursuit of escaped prisoners, a topic that was previously a subject of discussion in the realm of Russian politics and law enforcement, particularly in the context of finance and business. This lack of clarity highlights the complexity of the ongoing negotiations and the general-news value of following the progress of these amendments.
