- Visitation Hours: 9 am - 8 pm, Tuesday - Saturday
- If County Government is closed for inclement weather, visitation is canceled
- Visitation Center: 30 Corban Avenue
Notice to Clergy Visitors
Clergy must complete and submit a clergy registration form (available at the visitation desk) along with required documentation. If you were previously approved as clergy, you will need to complete the registration form and we will attach your current documentation. Clergy must receive approval as ordained clergy in order for any professional visits to be granted.
Visitation Policy
- Visitors 16 or older must present valid State ID, issued by the DMV, to register. If your State ID is cracked, defaced or damaged in any manner it will not be accepted.
- Visits will be 45 minutes long beginning on the hour.
- Visitors must check in 10 minutes prior to scheduled visitation time; failure to do so may result in loss of visitation.
- Visitation will be by appointment only. Visits may be scheduled up to one week in advance through the website or kiosk.
- Visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- All visits must be cancelled 48 hours in advance.
- If an inmate leaves the Detention Center(Jail) for any reason (including but not limited to: doctor’s visit, court in another county, etc.), any future visits will be cancelled. You will be responsible to reschedule those visits.
- Each inmate is permitted one visit per day and up to three onsite visits per week. One offsite visit is permitted every day. One adult and up to two minors may be present during one visit. All minors must be listed on the visit.
- Visits will not be scheduled by telephone. Any exception must be pre-approved by the Detention (Jail) Administrator.
- Anyone 18 or older is an adult and must have their own scheduled visit.
- Visitors may schedule visits with multiple inmates, but can only see each inmate once a day.
- Anyone causing a disturbance during visitation, including unattended children, will have their visit ended.
- Anyone misusing the visitation equipment will have their visits canceled.
- Cabarrus County reserves the right to deny any visit for inmates or visitors.
- Children under 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Each visitor may be checked for outstanding criminal and civil processes.
- No smoking or impairing substance allowed at any time.
- Visitors may be subjected to a metal detector search before entering the visitation building.
- Proper attire is required at all times. Shoes and shirts must be worn; suggestive clothing, see-through fabrics, halter or tube tops, short shorts and mini-skirts will not be permitted. Appropriate underclothing is required.
- The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office records all video visitations that are not professional in nature.
View the Visitation Policy in Spanish
In an effort to maintain the safety and security of the Detention Center (Jail), it is important to establish guidelines that inmate visitors are required to follow. Though the below policy may not cover every possible scenario, it does cover the most common occurrences. The Detention Center (Jail) may suspend or terminate visitation privileges to those who fail to comply with the rules and regulations set forth in the Visitation Policy.
Offenses and Suspension Periods
Level 1
- Wearing inappropriate attire
- Failure to tend to minor children
- Disrespect to Detention Center (Jail) staff
- Creating any condition causing a disruption of others' visits
- Failure to arrive and check in for visit 20 minutes prior to scheduled start
- Failure to update personal info in visitation system (after initial warning)
- Attempting to sign in for a visit with a cracked, defaced or damaged ID card (after initial warning)
Level 2
- Multiple level 1 offenses will equal a level 2 offense
- Cursing or using vulgar language
- Failure to keep your visitation station as clean as it was prior to the visit
- Causing any disturbance in the front lobby, including but not limited to the use of profanity or obscene remarks and gestures
- Making references to any type of criminal activity, including but not limited to gang activity, verbal threats or drug use
Level 3
- Multiple level 2 offenses will equal a level 3 offense
- Damage to visitation equipment
- Attempting to manipulate the visitation system
- Conspiring to introduce contraband into the Detention (Jail) Facility
- Standing and/or attempting to indecently expose oneself during the visit
- Showing inappropriate pictures, articles or media through the video monitor
- Bringing or attempting to introduce a cellular device or other banned item into the video visitation room
Suspensions
- Level 1 offenses will result in refusal of the initial visit
- Level 2 offenses will result in loss of visitation privileges for one month
- Level 3 offenses will result in loss of visitation privileges indefinitely
All suspensions of visitation privileges are subject to review and may be appealed to the Visitation Supervisor. There are copies of the Visitation Policy posted for your convenience at each visitation station as well as on the Detention Center (Jail) website. By initially registering to visit, you acknowledged you had previously read and understood the policy.
FAQs
Previous charges may or not preclude you from visiting but omitting them on your application will be an automatic denial. It is important you are completely honest regarding your arrest history. The review and approval process could take 4-6 weeks.
What do you say to encourage an inmate? ›
If an inmate is trying to move forward in life, you can say:
Keep making good choices right now, right where you are. Your choices today determine your destiny. Regardless of your past, God longs to bring good from the bad, and give you a new beginning!
Why would an inmate in Texas not be eligible for visitation? ›
Eligibility for Contact Visits for Texas Prison Inmates
Inmates must be classified as minimum or medium custody and maintain a good disciplinary record. Inmates with disciplinary infractions or a history of violence may be denied contact visits.
How do you answer an inmate call? ›
Yes, calls can be received on both your cell phone and land lines. Any incoming call can be accepted by pressing “5” when prompted.
Can a girlfriend have a conjugal visit? ›
California has more relaxed “Family Visiting” rules. You still have to be in an established relationship prior to incarceration but marriage isn't mandatory. They allow visits from legal spouses as well as registered domestic partners.
Do California prisoners get conjugal visits? ›
Each California prison has facilities for “family visits” (sometimes called “conjugal” visits) with “immediate family members.” These visits allow a person in prison to be with their family for approximately 30 to 40 hours in a private space, usually a small trailer on the prison grounds.
How do you make a prisoner feel loved? ›
Try to contact them as much as possible. Visit them during the visiting hours, talk to them about what's happening outside, listen to their woes, but most importantly, just be there- it means the world to them.
What psalm is for someone in jail? ›
Psalms 142:7 New King James Version (NKJV)
Bring my soul out of prison, That I may praise Your name; The righteous shall surround me, For You shall deal bountifully with me.”
What is a nicer way to say inmate? ›
Words Matter: Using Humanizing Language
| WORDS TO AVOID | PHRASES TO USE INSTEAD |
|---|
| Offender, Inmate, Felon, Criminal, Convict, Prisoner, Delinquent | Person or individual with justice system involvement; Person or individual impacted by the justice system; Person or individual affected by the justice system |
8 more rowsPhysical contact between inmates and visitors is allowed. Embracing and kissing is permitted once at the beginning and once at the end of each visit.
State prisons
For prisoners in state custody, the availability of conjugal visits is governed by the law of the particular state. The four states that currently allow conjugal visits are California, Connecticut, New York, and Washington.
How do I write a letter to Warden for visitation? ›
Start by addressing the warden.
For instance, 'I am [Your Name] and I would like to request permission for visitation. ' In the second paragraph, explain your relationship with the prisoner, add prisoner's complete name and identification number for clarity. Follow it with the intended date and time of the visit.
Why do inmates keep calling me? ›
The caller actually is an inmate from a local prison, trying to make phone calls at your expense. It's called custom forward calling and links your number to the number that is being dialed from. If you fall prey to this scam, inmates will be able to make future collect calls on your dime.
How do you communicate with an inmate? ›
Individuals are free to contact any state prison inmate by mail. Incoming letters are opened and inspected for contraband and then forwarded to the inmate. To ensure prompt processing the following information should be included on the envelope: Inmate's full name, CDC#
How do inmates call each other? ›
Institutional Phone Systems – Inmates may use institutional phone systems to make outgoing calls to approved phone numbers, including other inmates' phone numbers within the same facility. These calls are typically subject to monitoring and may be restricted or limited based on facility policies.
How long is the background process for CDCR? ›
Investigation Timing
The background investigation process begins after passing the Written Exam. A background investigation can be completed in approximately 90 days, some more complex investigations may exceed the 90-day timeframe.
How long does it take to get approved for securus video visitation? ›
Approvals are generally made within 24 to 48 hours.
What should I wear to a CDCR visit? ›
No clothing that exposes the breast, genitalia, or buttocks area; No very tight, form-fitting attire; No wigs, hairpieces, extensions, or other headpieces except for medical reasons and with prior approval; No hats or gloves, except with prior approval or in inclement weather; and.
What is passing score for CDCR? ›
In order to receive an overall final passing score, candidates must pass both components (multiple choice test section and the written qualification appraisal test section) with a passing score of 70.00% or more.
