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Vermont Policy Statement

State of Vermont Department of Corrections

The Following Policy:

1. Each inmate requesting to make an outside purchase must have adequate funds available in his personal account at the time of request. Credit and layaway purchases are not permitted.
2. Any returns of items shall be at the inmate’s expense. Administrative Staff will make the returns.
3. All purchases must be approved by the appropriate personal prior to the item being ordered by the facility. Request for outside purchases shall be initiated by the inmate only and reviewed by a designated facility official, who will approve or disapprove the request. Final approval is made upon inspection when the item is received. Administrative Staff will do purchases once a week as requests are approved.
4. Merchandise must meet DOC specifications and price guidelines as specified below. If an item is in question, please check with the appropriate personal prior to ordering.
   1. Shoes may not exceed $65.00 in value plus shipping.
   2. Maximum heel height should not exceed 2 inches.
   3. Color limited to Black, White, Grey, Tan or any combination of these colors.
5. Items of Personal Property must be ordered from an approved vendor and for the sole use of the payee. Personal Property may not be purchased for any other inmate.
6. Items of Personal Property may be purchased from an approved vendor by a family member or friend only with prior approval.
   
   NOTE: Selection may vary from facility to facility based on that facility policy guidelines. If an item is in question, please double check with the appropriate personal.