Visiting Guidelines

What to Bring for Your Visit

Identification (ID)

Visitors age 15 and older must bring a valid ID such as a driver’s license, passport, state ID, military ID, school ID, or other official government-issued identification.

Appropriate Clothing

Important: Do NOT wear blue denim or blue clothing of any kind.

Dress conservatively
Clothing must be knee-length or longer
Footwear and undergarments must be worn
No revealing, sheer, or suggestive clothing
No camouflage or security threat-related items

Tip: Bring an extra set of clothes in case your outfit does not meet requirements.

Quarters

For visiting lockers
For vending machines (maximum $15 in quarters)

Medical Exception Form

Metal Detector Medical Exception Form

Required if you have a medical condition that prevents you from using a metal detector.

Other Approved Items

Photographs

Up to five non-Polaroid photos or five sheets of photos may be brought into the visiting room. All photos must leave with the visitor.

Infant Items

Allowed items include two diapers, one clear plastic bottle, one single-layer blanket, one pacifier, and wipes in a clear plastic bag.

Emergency Medications

Items such as inhalers or nitro tablets must be left at the Sergeant’s desk during your visit.

What to Leave at Home or in a Locker

Non-emergency medications are not allowed
Smoking or tobacco products are prohibited on DOC property
Cash over allowed limits or unauthorized payment items
Cell phones and electronics
Weapons of any kind
Metal items that may trigger detectors
Outer garments such as coats or lined jackets
Hats are not allowed inside the facility