The material suggests that being overly friendly with inmates when they are new is a reliable way to avoid inmate con games.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Sometimes
• D. Not sure

Answer: (B)

Professional boundaries and sticking to established procedures are the reliable defense against inmate con games. Inmates may use charm or manipulation to push for privileges or sensitive information, and relying on being overly friendly can blur lines and give them an opening to exploit. A staff approach that is respectful yet professional, paired with consistent screening, observation, and clear reporting, helps prevent manipulation more effectively than friendliness alone. The idea that friendliness alone stops con games isn’t dependable; training, policy, and vigilance are what keep interactions secure.