Prison staff have the right to regulate religious practices within prisons to ensure that the safety and security of the institution are not compromised.

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The Supreme Court has recognized that prison staff can regulate religious practices as long as such regulations are reasonably related to legitimate penological interests, such as safety and security concerns. However, this right is not absolute and must be balanced against the right to exercise religious freedom guaranteed by the First Amendment.

Prison Staff Have the Right to Regulate Religious Practices Within