Jail Operations
Regular Visitation
- Visitation hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.
- Visitors should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the visit start time.
- Visitation is now done through the use of video screens.
- Visits can be done on-site (at the jail) or off-site (computer, phone or tablet).
- Visits can only be scheduled during visitation hours (GTL visitation website).
- You must be added to the inmates approved visitor list.
- Most Inmates are allowed one 25-minute video visit per week by no more than four persons.
- The jail will have five on-site visitation units available for visitation during visitation hours.
- Appropriate attire is required during video visits.
- All visits must be scheduled at least two days in advance but no more than six days in advance.
- A Video Visitation Brochure (PDF) can be obtained in the front lobby of the county jail.
Requirements
- Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult and parents are responsible for the supervision of children.
- Visitors must have a valid photo identification when checking in at the front lobby for a video visit.
Registration
- Visitor’s must be registered on the GTL visitation website and have selected the inmate who is being visited.
- Visitors have the ability to schedule a visit from home on a tablet or phone.
- Visitor registration can be done by using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
More Information
If you have any questions, call the video visitation information line at 855-208-7349.
Note: If you have not registered or the inmate has not added you to their approved visitor list, you will not be authorized to visit.
Professional Visitation
- Professional visits are allowed and are not counted against an inmate's regular visitation limits.
- Professional visits are dealt with on a first come, first served basis.
- Such visits are only allowed during normal weekday business hours unless prior authorization from jail administration is received.
Out of Town / Special Visits
- Out-of-Town Visits-must be pre-approved by a Jail Supervisor.
- If approved, you must produce a valid picture ID, and there is a four-person maximum.
- To be pre-approved, please call 804-748-1829 or 804-768-7327.
- Visitors under these circumstances must:
- Present valid picture identification
- Must live more than 100 miles away
Visitation Rules
- All visitors must be 18 years or older with a valid photo identification card (DMV driver’s license, DMV ID card, military ID, U.S. Passport, or Foreign Passport with an I-9 form (Employment Eligibility Verification).
- Visitors under 18 are required to be accompanied by an adult.
- No more than three additional family members or friends are allowed on a single video visit.
- Valid identification must be presented to staff by the primary visitor at the time of check-in.
- All IDs must have a photo, date of birth, and current address.
- All video visits (off jail premises and on jail premises) are recorded and monitored by jail security staff.
- Any video visits will be terminated without warning if any of the following violations are detected:
- Acts that encourage sexual behavior
- Obscene gestures
- Nudity
- Disrobing (all visitors must be fully dressed)
- Behavior or acts that are criminal under state, local, or federal statute
- Use of gang signs or acts that encourage or promote gang activity
- Irrational behavior that is deemed as inappropriate or perceived as a threat to the safety and security of the facility
- Any violation of these restrictions will lead to suspension or termination of visitation privileges.
Prohibited Items
Prohibited items during on-site visits include (but are not limited to):
- Briefcases (unless authorized by a deputy)
- Cameras
- Food and/or beverages
- Lighters
- Purses / handbags (or bags of any type)
- Strollers
- Tobacco products
Dress code Restrictions
Dress code restrictions include:
- Low cut neckline, sheer, strapless / backless blouses
- Spaghetti straps
- Tank or tube tops
- Sleeveless shirts (male and female)
- Overly tight, torn, or cut clothing
- Gang or graphically explicit signs or emblems, designs, pictures or sayings
- Clothing that exposes or overly accentuates the body
Video Visitation
- All visitors must be 18 years or older with a valid photo identification card:
- DMV driver’s license
- DMV ID card
- Military ID
- U.S. Passport
- Foreign Passport with an I-9 form (Employment Eligibility Verification)
- Visitors under 18 are required to be accompanied by an adult.
- No more than three additional family members or friends are allowed on a single video visit.
- All visits (off-site and on-site) are monitored by jail security staff and a visit will be terminated without warning if obscene gestures, nudity, criminal activity, or anything deemed as unethical behavior is detected by staff.
- Valid identification must be presented to staff by the primary visitor at the time of check-in.
Cancellation Policy
There is no charge prior to 48 hours before visiting. If the visit is canceled within 24 hours of the visit, there is a 50% refund.