. >> department of corrections spokesman jeff lyons says the investigation into hanson, started some time ago. >> the department of corrections received information some months ago that this may be going on. we immediately opened an investigation, and the new hampshire state police and the department of corrections worked jointly to resolve this and make the announcement that is being made today and we' re satisfied with the outcome. shelley hanson was charged with : delivery of articles to prisoners a felony. he was arraigned and released on personal recognizance bail, and has a court appearance next month. if convicted, hanson could be sentenced to 3 1/2 to 7 years in prison. spokesman jeff lyons says this case should serve as an example to all prison employees, who are regularly warned about their contact with inmates. >> it' s really something that we' re all reminded of routinely. we have to go through annual out for trying to be manipulated in some way. shelley: the investigation into the case is ongoing. information is urged to contact new hampshire state police. >> police say