Is an inmate allowed to bring his or her own prescription medicine into jail? His own glasses? Orthodontics?
In the rare occasion that Correctional Health Services (CHS) would be unable to provide a specific medication, it can be authorized by CHS in specified amounts. Prescription glasses are allowed, pending the approval of the jail commander—and if they do not pose a security concern upon inspection. Orthodontic devices have the same guidelines as prescription glasses. Other than medications, the care and control of such authorized items become the sole responsibility of the inmate.