Question: How exactly did Lecter receive the toilet paper note?
jacrispy
18th Jun 2022
Red Dragon (2002)
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Answer: While it isn't specified in the film, if Lecter was receiving mail by his attorney, the staff at the asylum would be prohibited from opening the letter. I believe it was sent as a letter appearing to be from his attorney.
jacrispy