Texas prisons to accept only new softback books to curb contraband

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice says starting April 1, hardback books and used books will no longer be allowed, ...
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New TDCJ rules for books for inmates: no hardbacks

Gatesville, Tx (FOX 44) – Because of problems with drugs being smuggled into prison, TDCJ is banning the sending of hardback books to inmates. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is implementing ...
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TDCJ to apply new book mailing policy for inmates

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice announced that a revised book policy aimed at curbing the flow of illegal narcotics ...
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Texas prison system bans hardback books to prevent drug overdoses

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice will no longer allow books with hard covers in an effort to prevent drugs from ...