Allen C.I., OH

Visiting at Allen-Oakwood Correctional Institute is reservation-only, and hours can shift, so confirm details before you travel. Each adult visitor must complete the Visiting Application (DRC2096), sign the Declaration (DRC2554) and General Visiting Instructions (DRC2274), and provide a legible photo ID. You can be on more than one inmate's visiting list, and the managing officer or designee may allow you to visit more than one inmate during a scheduled visit when permitted. For minors, notarized authorizations last one year and must be renewed if the child will visit a different facility. Once approved, register and schedule through the visitation portal. Expect visits to be monitored or recorded. Ohio facilities commonly offer both in-person and video options.

Staying in touch with someone at Allen-Oakwood Correctional Institute takes some planning. Visitation is reservation-only, and hours can change, so confirm your time before making the trip. Book or modify reservations through the ViaPath online visitation portal, which is available 24 hours a day and sends email notices if your reservation is updated. Phone calls, video sessions, and electronic messaging go through third-party vendors, follow vendor rules, and may be monitored. For in-person visits, leave all electronic devices at home, including smart watches, cell phones, and pagers. If you have questions about the mail processing system, email ODRCMailProcessingCenter@drc.ohio.gov or call 1-330-333-7372.

Allen Oakwood requires you to use the facility's approved ODRC deposit process to add funds to an incarcerated person's account. You cannot hand-deliver money, packages, correspondence, or printed materials during a visit. Those items have to follow the facility's mail and property rules instead. Deposits are commonly handled through third-party options like an online portal, a phone service, or a lobby kiosk. You'll typically need the incarcerated person's full name and ID number to complete the transaction. Verify the facility's approved deposit channels before sending funds so you don't use an unofficial site. Plan for vendor convenience or processing fees, which vary by provider.