Penitentiary Service We want to emphasize that, in recent years the practice of full undressing during full-body personal inspections has not been carried out in penitentiary facilities.

**Correcting the Record: Penitentiary Service Sets the Facts Straight**

A recent statement from the Special Penitentiary Service has sought to clarify a misleading narrative presented by some biased television channels. These channels had claimed that the practice of full-body undressing during personal searches was widespread in penitentiary institutions, citing amendments made to the regulations based on recommendations from the Public Defender’s Office.

**The Truth Behind the Amendments**

However, according to the Penitentiary Service, this claim is entirely false. The statement emphasizes that, in recent years, full-body undressing during personal searches has not been a common practice in penitentiary institutions. In fact, only the part of the body that requires examination based on reasonable suspicion will be subject to undressing.

**A Misrepresentation of Reality**

The Penitentiary Service is clear that certain television channels have attempted to manipulate public opinion by misrepresenting the explanation of changes made to the regulations. These channels had suggested that full-body undressing was a widespread and ongoing practice, which is simply not true. As the statement notes, some institutions already prohibited this practice, and the current amendments have uniformly addressed the issue across all facilities.

**Protecting the Rights of Defendants and Inmates**

The Penitentiary Service emphasizes that during a full personal search, only the part of the body for which there is reasonable suspicion will be subject to undressing. This process can be conducted using a scanner or visual inspection, with the defendant/inmate having the right to choose the method and form of inspection.

**A Commitment to Transparency**

The Special Penitentiary Service has committed to working towards improving the legal status and rights of defendants and inmates. By setting the record straight on this issue, they are demonstrating their commitment to transparency and accuracy in communication.