Which procedure is NOT typically involved in the process of confirming an inmate's identity?

The process of confirming an inmate's identity relies on methods that are designed to provide reliable verification based on unique physical traits or established documentation. Among the options listed, video conferencing with family does not serve as a standard procedure for confirming identity in a correctional setting.

Inmate identification typically involves biometric methods, such as retinal scans, fingerprint comparisons, and photo comparisons, which use distinct biological features to accurately establish identity. Retinal scans are highly precise as they analyze the unique patterns in the retina. Fingerprint comparisons utilize the unique patterns found on an individual's fingers, recognized as one of the most reliable methods of biometric identification. Similarly, photo comparisons involve matching a current image of the inmate with existing photographs, which helps verify identity through visual recognition.

Video conferencing, while it may serve other purposes such as maintaining familial ties or facilitating legal communication, does not provide a definitive method for confirming someone’s identity and, therefore, is not typically utilized in the identification process.