Completed applications may be submitted via one of the following: - Mail to the Classification Department at the inmate's current location (see the Statewide Facility Directory for address information). However, keyless entry devices are not permitted unless the duty warden or designee determines that the device is the only means for the visitor to access the vehicle and it does not pose a threat to institutional security. Each person wishing to visit must fill out a separate application. Out of court custody agreement forms. What Can/Can't I Bring? Please visit our web-site at to verify information about Florida inmates before engaging in correspondence with them.
You must schedule a visit. A maximum of five (5) diapers, three (3) clear plastic baby bottles or two (2) sipper cups for toddlers, one (1) clear plastic baby pacifier, three (3) clear plastic jars of baby food with the original seal intact, and baby wipes or towelettes (in a clear plastic bag). Once you have successfully submitted a visitation request form online, institutional staff will review your request and notify you via the email address provided of your approval or denial status. However, we urge the public to be cautious before establishing social or pen pal relationships with inmates. 723, Florida Administrative Code - Visiting Check-In Procedures: All visitors sixteen years of age or older must present a valid form of picture identification for visiting registration. There are several non-authorized Websites providing outdated Visitation Forms. 720, F. Out of dept. custody by court order means. C. Can I visit on a holiday? You must contact the Classification Officer at the inmate's current facility (see the Statewide Facility Directory for address information).
Visitors will be allowed to park in designated spaces no earlier than 7:30 a. EST and 6:30 a. CST on visiting days. • Underwear-type t-shirts or tank tops. Application Requirements. You may bring in medication, but only the dosage necessary. Registration of out of state custody order. Institutions do not have sufficient staffing to handle heavy call volume. Having wire in an undergarment will subject you to a more enhanced search. When items do not apply, write in NA (not applicable). The nature, extent, and recency of criminal offenses are taken into consideration. 731(9)(d), F. C. Please note that inmates convicted of certain offenses may be restricted from visiting with any person seventeen years of age or younger. At any time during your visit that you utilize the restroom, you will be subject to another pat search upon entering/exiting. Visitors can apply for any, or all, available days.
You must submit an application for consideration. Can a minor child visit an inmate? A small wallet or pouch may be used for containing the bills and any change received from the canteen or vending purchases. Who has final authority on visitation? For the complete rules governing visitation, please see Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 33, Section 601. The warden at each facility has the final approval or disapproval authority for each visitation request. All visitors sixteen years of age or older must present a valid form of picture identification for visitation registration. You may contact the on-duty warden to request a special exception to this rule. What to Expect When Visiting.
No walk-up appointments will be accommodated. All snacks and beverages shall be purchased and consumed in the visiting area. • Skintight clothing. The e-mail addresses for private correctional facilities are as follows: Bay Correctional Facility. FDC currently utilizes a walk-through metal detector and a hand-held metal detector. 7:15 a. CST) on both days. All of our institutions require that any person visiting an inmate be searched.
Moore Haven Correctional Facility. Do not call for a visitation appointment. All of these searches are performed with the safety of the visitors, staff and inmates in mind. A visitor seventeen years old or younger who cannot furnish proof of emancipation must be accompanied during a visit by an approved parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult and must remain under the supervision of that adult at all times, to include when the minor is subject to being searched under the provisions of Rule 33-601. Can I give anything to the inmate during our visit? If you cannot pass both detectors without an alert, the source of the alarm must be isolated or you will not be permitted entrance. The canine is trained in the detection of drugs and cell phones. The following is a list of articles of clothing not permitted: • Halter tops or bra-less attire. Who do I contact with additional visitation questions? Visitor Information. You can apply once the inmate gets to his/her permanent facility.
After a staff member has searched your authorized personal items, you will then be directed to pass through a form, or multiple forms, of metal detection. Visitors will not be processed after 2:00 p. (1:00 p. CST) unless authorized by the duty warden. If the inmate is in the reception process, you cannot apply for visitation. A parent or guardian will be present during the search of any minor child. Anyone violating this Statute is subject to arrest and may be charged with a third degree felony. After metal detection, you will be directed to a separate room for a clothed, pat search by a staff member of the same sex. Our goal is to arrest anyone who deliberately introduces contraband into our institutions. Registration begins at 8:15 a. If you are unable to resolve the issue, you may contact the on-duty warden. FDC will be allowing visitation on both Saturday and Sunday, as well as approved holidays. However, certain restrictions apply and the department reserves the right to prohibit certain prescriptions which may pose a threat to institutional security. What else may I bring into the visiting park? What if I require injections for medical purposes?