The move comes after a PennLive investigation revealed millions of dollars from incarcerated people and their families had been spent by Dauphin County officials in questionable ways.
Behind metal bars, a Dauphin County Prison inmate shows off his electronic tablet, which he can use to watch movies, listen to music and browse educational materials.Following the publication of a PennLive investigation, Dauphin County officials are preparing to reduce the cost of phone calls at their jail.
The county expects to reduce the amount that incarcerated people and their families pay from 21 cents an hour to 19 cents an hour. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
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