Hi all. I'm new at all this, I've recently become friends w/ a person who is in and out of jail because of substance abuse, misdemeanors, etc. Anyway, he is in again over the holidays(disturbing peace charge and an attachment, municipal). I'd like to go visit, but feel very nervous. I just don't know what to expect. Can anyone fill me in in regards to what to expect during a basic visitation in a prison? Are you allowed to hug, do they frisk you, etc?? How long does a visit last? Are you in one room or in a room w/many other inmates? etc . Thanks.