Visitor control in penitentiary centers with biometric technologies

Published On: 10/31/2024|4 min read|

Current methods of visitor identification can compromise prison security. The implementation of biometric technologies, such as iris or facial recognition, and fingerprints, offers a more accurate and reliable alternative to improve access control processes and prevent identity theft.

As we have mentioned in previous articles, such as “Biometric technology: The solution to ensure secure identification in correctional facilities”, prisons are high-security places that require meticulous control of all entrances and exits to maintain security and minimize risks. Every day, various groups of people access these facilities: employees, suppliers, visitors (family, friends, and attorneys), as well as inmates with temporary release permits. This constant flow of individuals makes it essential to have highly reliable identity verification systems.

Controlling access in a prison involves much more than simply registering people’s entries and exits.t is essential that the system used complies with rigorous security criteria, such as:

  • Identity verification: Confirming that the person is who they say they are, which ensures that there is no identity theft or entry of unauthorized individuals.
  • Authorization verification: Ensuring that each person has a valid permit and a legitimate reason to enter or leave the facility.
  • Preventing contraband: Controlling that no prohibited objects or substances, such as weapons or drugs, are entering or leaving through detailed inspections of people and packages.

In prisons, it is security personnel who carry out access and identification controls, checking documents and belongings. However, this process, which is usually manual, remains vulnerable to human error and fraud, such as document forgery or identity theft.

To reinforce security, many prisons have adopted advanced technologies, such as X-ray systems, metal detectors and package scanners to prevent the entry of prohibited objects; reducing the margin of error, minimizing risks and helping to maintain security in high-demand prison environments.

Visitor identification and control

Visitor control in prisons is one of the greatest challenges due to the risk involved. Although visits from family and relatives are essential for the social reintegration process of inmates, they can also be a vehicle for illicit activities, such as the introduction of prohibited objects or contact with external criminal networks. The lack of adequate identity verification systems increases these vulnerabilities.

Traditionally, visitor access has relied on visual inspection by security staff, who compare the visitor’s identity with the documents presented, record the visitor’s biographical and demographic data, as well as their relationship to the inmate to strengthen security and ensure that checks are accurate.  However, this method has inherent flaws, as it does not always guarantee the authenticity of the identity and therefore generates security problems such as: 

  • Entry or exit with fraudulent identity: A custodian may mistakenly or willfully allow entry or exit of persons with false identities.
  • Failure to record: The error may never be detected, compromising long-term security.
  • Undetected false documentation: Visitors may use false documents or physically resemble the person they are impersonating.
  • Multiple identities for illicit activities: A visitor could use multiple identities to facilitate crimes such as prostitution within the prison.
  • Escapes: An inmate could escape by impersonating a visitor or another inmate on furlough.
  • Impersonation: Individuals could enter under false identities to commit crimes within the facility.

Biometrics as a solution for secure visitor identification

The implementation of biometric systems in prisons has established itself as one of the most effective solutions for securing visitor access control. Using unique and non-transferable characteristics, such as fingerprints, iris patterns or facial features, biometrics offer an accurate method to guarantee the identity of each individual.

Fingerprint technology is the most commonly used technology in this field. Since many countries have databases that store fingerprint samples of their citizens, this option presents itself as the most viable for use in correctional facilities. During the identification process, the visitor’s fingerprint can be compared with the records in the national database, thus eliminating the potential for fraud. Once the identity is verified, fingerprint matching can proceed, extending security to every access point.

However, it is important to consider that in some cases it will be necessary to incorporate additional biometric technologies. In this context, iris biometrics stands out for its high reliability, while facial biometrics is a simple and affordable option that can be implemented with conventional cameras.

Thanks to these technologies, security staff can safely verify the identity of those entering and leaving, as well as check inmates’ visitation and exit permits. Every movement will be recorded in a system, facilitating the preparation of reports that allow the analysis of various eventualities with certainty, since the data will be reliable and without the risk of identity theft.

Biometric systems provide numerous benefits such as fast and secure verification of visitors, prevent identity theft and facilitate the registration and monitoring of entries and exits in prisons. To learn more about the benefits we invite you to read our article Benefits of biometric technology for identification of individuals in prisons”.

Discover Verázial ID Prisons, a secure solution specially designed for correctional facilities that comprehensively addresses the identification challenges of inmates, staff, visitors and outsiders in these environments.

Contact us for a demonstration and/or personalized study.

References
  1. Control of visitors in prisons.
  2. Control of visitors and objects in prisons.

Visitor control in penitentiary centers with biometric technologies

Published On: 10/31/2024|4 min read|

Current methods of visitor identification can compromise prison security. The implementation of biometric technologies, such as iris or facial recognition, and fingerprints, offers a more accurate and reliable alternative to improve access control processes and prevent identity theft.

As we have mentioned in previous articles, such as “Biometric technology: The solution to ensure secure identification in correctional facilities”, prisons are high-security places that require meticulous control of all entrances and exits to maintain security and minimize risks. Every day, various groups of people access these facilities: employees, suppliers, visitors (family, friends, and attorneys), as well as inmates with temporary release permits. This constant flow of individuals makes it essential to have highly reliable identity verification systems.

Controlling access in a prison involves much more than simply registering people’s entries and exits.t is essential that the system used complies with rigorous security criteria, such as:

  • Identity verification: Confirming that the person is who they say they are, which ensures that there is no identity theft or entry of unauthorized individuals.
  • Authorization verification: Ensuring that each person has a valid permit and a legitimate reason to enter or leave the facility.
  • Preventing contraband: Controlling that no prohibited objects or substances, such as weapons or drugs, are entering or leaving through detailed inspections of people and packages.

In prisons, it is security personnel who carry out access and identification controls, checking documents and belongings. However, this process, which is usually manual, remains vulnerable to human error and fraud, such as document forgery or identity theft.

To reinforce security, many prisons have adopted advanced technologies, such as X-ray systems, metal detectors and package scanners to prevent the entry of prohibited objects; reducing the margin of error, minimizing risks and helping to maintain security in high-demand prison environments.

Visitor identification and control

Visitor control in prisons is one of the greatest challenges due to the risk involved. Although visits from family and relatives are essential for the social reintegration process of inmates, they can also be a vehicle for illicit activities, such as the introduction of prohibited objects or contact with external criminal networks. The lack of adequate identity verification systems increases these vulnerabilities.

Traditionally, visitor access has relied on visual inspection by security staff, who compare the visitor’s identity with the documents presented, record the visitor’s biographical and demographic data, as well as their relationship to the inmate to strengthen security and ensure that checks are accurate.  However, this method has inherent flaws, as it does not always guarantee the authenticity of the identity and therefore generates security problems such as: 

  • Entry or exit with fraudulent identity: A custodian may mistakenly or willfully allow entry or exit of persons with false identities.
  • Failure to record: The error may never be detected, compromising long-term security.
  • Undetected false documentation: Visitors may use false documents or physically resemble the person they are impersonating.
  • Multiple identities for illicit activities: A visitor could use multiple identities to facilitate crimes such as prostitution within the prison.
  • Escapes: An inmate could escape by impersonating a visitor or another inmate on furlough.
  • Impersonation: Individuals could enter under false identities to commit crimes within the facility.

Biometrics as a solution for secure visitor identification

The implementation of biometric systems in prisons has established itself as one of the most effective solutions for securing visitor access control. Using unique and non-transferable characteristics, such as fingerprints, iris patterns or facial features, biometrics offer an accurate method to guarantee the identity of each individual.

Fingerprint technology is the most commonly used technology in this field. Since many countries have databases that store fingerprint samples of their citizens, this option presents itself as the most viable for use in correctional facilities. During the identification process, the visitor’s fingerprint can be compared with the records in the national database, thus eliminating the potential for fraud. Once the identity is verified, fingerprint matching can proceed, extending security to every access point.

However, it is important to consider that in some cases it will be necessary to incorporate additional biometric technologies. In this context, iris biometrics stands out for its high reliability, while facial biometrics is a simple and affordable option that can be implemented with conventional cameras.

Thanks to these technologies, security staff can safely verify the identity of those entering and leaving, as well as check inmates’ visitation and exit permits. Every movement will be recorded in a system, facilitating the preparation of reports that allow the analysis of various eventualities with certainty, since the data will be reliable and without the risk of identity theft.

Biometric systems provide numerous benefits such as fast and secure verification of visitors, prevent identity theft and facilitate the registration and monitoring of entries and exits in prisons. To learn more about the benefits we invite you to read our article Benefits of biometric technology for identification of individuals in prisons”.

Discover Verázial ID Prisons, a secure solution specially designed for correctional facilities that comprehensively addresses the identification challenges of inmates, staff, visitors and outsiders in these environments.

Contact us for a demonstration and/or personalized study.

References
  1. Control of visitors in prisons.
  2. Control of visitors and objects in prisons.

Visitor control in penitentiary centers with biometric technologies

Published On: 10/31/2024|4 min read|

Current methods of visitor identification can compromise prison security. The implementation of biometric technologies, such as iris or facial recognition, and fingerprints, offers a more accurate and reliable alternative to improve access control processes and prevent identity theft.

As we have mentioned in previous articles, such as “Biometric technology: The solution to ensure secure identification in correctional facilities”, prisons are high-security places that require meticulous control of all entrances and exits to maintain security and minimize risks. Every day, various groups of people access these facilities: employees, suppliers, visitors (family, friends, and attorneys), as well as inmates with temporary release permits. This constant flow of individuals makes it essential to have highly reliable identity verification systems.

Controlling access in a prison involves much more than simply registering people’s entries and exits.t is essential that the system used complies with rigorous security criteria, such as:

  • Identity verification: Confirming that the person is who they say they are, which ensures that there is no identity theft or entry of unauthorized individuals.
  • Authorization verification: Ensuring that each person has a valid permit and a legitimate reason to enter or leave the facility.
  • Preventing contraband: Controlling that no prohibited objects or substances, such as weapons or drugs, are entering or leaving through detailed inspections of people and packages.

In prisons, it is security personnel who carry out access and identification controls, checking documents and belongings. However, this process, which is usually manual, remains vulnerable to human error and fraud, such as document forgery or identity theft.

To reinforce security, many prisons have adopted advanced technologies, such as X-ray systems, metal detectors and package scanners to prevent the entry of prohibited objects; reducing the margin of error, minimizing risks and helping to maintain security in high-demand prison environments.

Visitor identification and control

Visitor control in prisons is one of the greatest challenges due to the risk involved. Although visits from family and relatives are essential for the social reintegration process of inmates, they can also be a vehicle for illicit activities, such as the introduction of prohibited objects or contact with external criminal networks. The lack of adequate identity verification systems increases these vulnerabilities.

Traditionally, visitor access has relied on visual inspection by security staff, who compare the visitor’s identity with the documents presented, record the visitor’s biographical and demographic data, as well as their relationship to the inmate to strengthen security and ensure that checks are accurate.  However, this method has inherent flaws, as it does not always guarantee the authenticity of the identity and therefore generates security problems such as: 

  • Entry or exit with fraudulent identity: A custodian may mistakenly or willfully allow entry or exit of persons with false identities.
  • Failure to record: The error may never be detected, compromising long-term security.
  • Undetected false documentation: Visitors may use false documents or physically resemble the person they are impersonating.
  • Multiple identities for illicit activities: A visitor could use multiple identities to facilitate crimes such as prostitution within the prison.
  • Escapes: An inmate could escape by impersonating a visitor or another inmate on furlough.
  • Impersonation: Individuals could enter under false identities to commit crimes within the facility.

Biometrics as a solution for secure visitor identification

The implementation of biometric systems in prisons has established itself as one of the most effective solutions for securing visitor access control. Using unique and non-transferable characteristics, such as fingerprints, iris patterns or facial features, biometrics offer an accurate method to guarantee the identity of each individual.

Fingerprint technology is the most commonly used technology in this field. Since many countries have databases that store fingerprint samples of their citizens, this option presents itself as the most viable for use in correctional facilities. During the identification process, the visitor’s fingerprint can be compared with the records in the national database, thus eliminating the potential for fraud. Once the identity is verified, fingerprint matching can proceed, extending security to every access point.

However, it is important to consider that in some cases it will be necessary to incorporate additional biometric technologies. In this context, iris biometrics stands out for its high reliability, while facial biometrics is a simple and affordable option that can be implemented with conventional cameras.

Thanks to these technologies, security staff can safely verify the identity of those entering and leaving, as well as check inmates’ visitation and exit permits. Every movement will be recorded in a system, facilitating the preparation of reports that allow the analysis of various eventualities with certainty, since the data will be reliable and without the risk of identity theft.

Biometric systems provide numerous benefits such as fast and secure verification of visitors, prevent identity theft and facilitate the registration and monitoring of entries and exits in prisons. To learn more about the benefits we invite you to read our article Benefits of biometric technology for identification of individuals in prisons”.

Discover Verázial ID Prisons, a secure solution specially designed for correctional facilities that comprehensively addresses the identification challenges of inmates, staff, visitors and outsiders in these environments.

Contact us for a demonstration and/or personalized study.

References
  1. Control of visitors in prisons.
  2. Control of visitors and objects in prisons.