Thus, if I were a jail official attempting to strike a balance between the prisoner's freedom of speech and the prison security concerns that arise from Arias' numerous prison interviews, I would first seek approval in advance for any interview requests. Interview requests should include a statement of purpose that states the reason for the media inquiry and addresses the potential impact of the interview on the institution's security. I would then do a clear set of guidelines. The guidelines will consider several principal factors, including the nature of the crime, potential security risks, and the institution's safety. Given the gravity of Arias' crime, I would also make sure that a trained prisoner is assigned to supervise any interviews to eliminate the security risk and intervene if needed. In addition, I would ensure that the interviews are documented for legal purposes. Finally, I believe that one of the potential issues that could arise from high-profile interviews like Arias' is a breach of security. To illustrate, approval for any interview may attract the media and press, resulting in a public outcry that may jeopardize the safety of prisoners. As previously stated, another potential issue is a public outcry, which could demand harsher prison regulations. This type of interview may also be problematic because it may subject the victim's family to the emotional toll of hearing about the events leading up to their family member's death, which might hinder their ability to heal.

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