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How to Schedule a Tuesday Non‑Contact Visit at Dakota Unit

Tuesday non-contact visits at the Dakota Unit are appointment-only and subject to availability. Here's how to make the call and what to confirm before you go.

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Non-contact visits at the Dakota Unit happen on Tuesdays, and you can't just walk in. These are appointment-only, and availability can be limited. Schedule ahead of time and confirm the details directly with Dakota Visitation.

To schedule a Tuesday non-contact visit or ask questions, call Dakota Visitation at (928) 627-8871 ext. 16926. If you have a specific Tuesday in mind, call as early as possible for the best chance at an open slot.

Call Checklist

  • ✓ Ask whether there is Tuesday non-contact availability for the date you want.
  • ✓ Confirm that the visit you’re scheduling is non-contact and appointment-only.
  • ✓ Ask what time you should arrive for your appointment and what happens if you arrive late.
  • ✓ Ask how the appointment is confirmed (for example, whether you’ll be given a confirmation name, number, or other reference).
  • ✓ Ask about rescheduling or cancellation expectations so you know what to do if something changes.
  • ✓ Ask how long you should expect the visit to last (visit length can depend on the inmate’s phase level).
  • ✓ Write down the staff member’s name and the exact instructions they give you.

Tuesday visits at Dakota Unit are non-contact, so there won't be any physical contact with the inmate. How long you get depends on the inmate's phase level. When you call to schedule, ask about the expected visit length so you can plan around travel, childcare, or time off work.

Can't get a Tuesday appointment? Ask about a special visit. At Dakota Unit, the Deputy Warden can approve visits at other times, but the inmate needs to submit a written request at least 30 days in advance. If that's a route you want to try, talk with your loved one about submitting the request. You can also call Dakota Visitation at (928) 627-8871 ext. 16926 to ask what the process looks like.

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