Visitation at Arrendale State Prison

How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements

Overview

All visits at Arrendale State Prison are by appointment only. You'll need to request your visit through the Georgia DOC (GDC) visitation form—but first, you must be approved as a visitor by submitting the Visitation Request Form to the facility where your loved one is housed. If the person you're visiting is still in diagnostic processing, they're typically transferred before becoming eligible for routine visitation and may only receive visits in extenuating circumstances. Keep the deadlines in mind: weekend visit requests are due by 5:00 PM on Wednesday of the same week, and state-holiday requests are due by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday. GDC also offers online options to add visitors or cancel scheduled visits.

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Quick Facts

Visits at Arrendale State Prison are by appointment only.
To request a scheduled visit you must submit a request through the GDC visitation form.
Becoming an approved visitor requires submitting the Visitation Request Form to the facility where the person is incarcerated.
Weekend visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the preceding Wednesday; state-holiday visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday.

Visitation Guides

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Can You Visit Someone During Diagnostics at Arrendale? What Families Need to Know

At Lee Arrendale, don't count on visitation during the diagnostic period. Most diagnostic offenders transfer to another facility before they ever become eligible for regular visits. This is where families often hit a frustrating wall: your loved one may be physically at Arrendale for processing and classification, but visits won't open up until she reaches her permanent facility. There's one narrow exception—visitation for diagnostic offenders is only allowed under extenuating circumstances.

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Scheduling Your First Visit at Arrendale: Approval, Requests, and Cutoff Deadlines

Scheduling your first visit at Arrendale is a two-step process: get approved, then request an appointment. Here's how to handle the request steps and cutoff deadlines—especially important if you're planning a weekend or holiday visit.

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Why Visits Are Usually Not Allowed During Diagnostic Processing at Arrendale (and what to do)

If your loved one is at Arrendale for diagnostic processing, here's the reality: most people transfer out before they ever become eligible for visits. That's frustrating to hear, but understanding what diagnostic status means — and what you can do in the meantime — will help you plan ahead.

Common Questions

How do I schedule a visit at Arrendale State Prison?

Start by submitting the Visitation Request Form to Arrendale so you can be approved and placed on the inmate’s visitor list. After you’re approved, request a scheduled visit through the GDC visitation form.

What are the deadlines for requesting visits at Arrendale?

Weekend visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the Wednesday of the same week. State-holiday visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday.

Can I visit someone while they are in diagnostic processing at Arrendale?

Usually not. Diagnostic offenders are generally transferred before they become eligible for visitation and may only receive visits in extenuating circumstances.

Other Guides for Arrendale State Prison

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Arrendale: What Happens During the First 10 Days of Diagnostics (Day‑by‑Day)

The first days after someone goes to prison feel like a blur—especially when you're waiting to hear from them and have no idea what's happening on the inside. Here's the day-by-day diagnostic timeline at Lee Arrendale State Prison so you can follow what your loved one is likely experiencing during those first 10 business days.

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How to Send Mail to Someone at Lee Arrendale State Prison (Correct Mailing Address)

Sending mail to someone at Lee Arrendale State Prison? Getting the address right is the most important step. Here's the official mailing address, plus what you should know if your loved one is still in diagnostics or orientation.

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Phone Calls from Arrendale: Setting Up a Securus Account and What Families Should Know

To receive phone calls from someone at Arrendale State Prison, you'll need a Securus account. You can set up a prepaid collect or direct bill account through the Securus website. Prefer to do it by phone? Call Securus at 1-800-844-6591—this is also helpful if you're running into issues online.

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