Two checklists are provided as a recommended collection for prison law libraries. The first list is for a minimum collection and the second for an expanded collection. Each entry includes place of publication, publisher, dates, number of volumes, and prices. Information on necessary shelf space and a directory of publishers is also included. (JG)

The American Association of Law Libraries has published a two-part bibliography containing: (1) a list of legal material for a minimum collection in both a state and federal prison, and (2) an expanded list, including court decisions starting in 1950. Also included are a publishers directory for legal resources and a listing of required shelf…

Recent Federal Court decisions have defined a prisoner's right to access to legal materials as an extension of his right of access to the courts. Correction administrators, recognizing the need for improvement of existing services, but unfamiliar with techniques and material requirements, have asked for help in meeting the new obligation. These…