Can people in Witness Protection contact family?

Suppose a single adult has to be placed in the U.S witness protection program.Is there a way in which the persons immediate family(Mother,Father,siblings)could write or call them?Would they be allowed to visit the person?

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JohnnyNoir · 56-60, M

I can't contact mine

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DavidT8899 · 22-25, M

@JohnnyNoir If you say so.Look,a big part of me still thinks you are B.S ing me,but whatever,it's pointless to argue about it.If this is a story,shame on you.If what you are telling me is true,than I hope you stay safe and have a good rest of your life.

JohnnyNoir · 56-60, M

@DavidT8899 oh I'm messing. That's what I get for watching Sopranos all day

DavidT8899 · 22-25, M

@JohnnyNoir I rather suspected that.Ah well,that's what too much T.V can do to you.

Barefooter25 · 46-50, M

It all depends on type of witness and if their life will be in jeopardy if an immediate family member contacts him or her. The final decision will have to be made by the U.S. Marshall's Office.

DocSavage · M

They could do it through the FBI probably. Anyone in protection, goes in to keep family safe, so there is no contact. The only way, would have be from agents without actual direct contact.

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DocSavage · M

@NativePortlander1970
As I said. The witness may be able to write a letter, but all it would do is tell the family he’s in witness protection. Any other details could be used to compromise the location. They would be edited out.