How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Visiting at ASPC-Y Dakota Unit (Dakota II) takes a little planning, but the schedule is straightforward once you know it. General population visits are held on Saturdays, Sundays, and posted holidays in two daily blocks: 8:00 a.m.â12:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m.â4:00 p.m. How long you can stay depends on the incarcerated person's phase level, so visit time varies from one person to the next. You'll need to be approved before you visit. In Arizona, that typically means the incarcerated person adds you to their visitor list, and you complete an electronic application along with any required background check. Rules can vary by unit, so bring a valid government photo ID and confirm details before you travel. For questions, call (928) 627-8871 ext. 16926.
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Applying to visit someone at ASPCâY Dakota? Budget for a one-time, non-refundable $25 background check fee per adult visitor. This fee applies to both in-person visits and phone privileges. One exception: if you only want to receive phone calls from an inmate (not initiate them), you can skip the $25 fee. You'll still need to complete the phone privileges application, though.
Planning a weekend visit at Dakota Unit? Here's what matters most: there are two daily visiting blocks, general population visits happen on specific days, and you should always confirm details by phone before making the drive.
Getting approved at ASPCâY Dakota Unit starts with one step: submit the Application to Visit an Inmate electronically. Most delays come from missing fields, missing documents, or missing payment.
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.
Visiting at the Dakota Unit is pretty straightforward once you know the schedule and which type of visit you're setting up.
Want to get approved for phone calls from someone at ASPC-Y Dakota II without visiting in person? You'll still go through the same application process as visitors. The main differences come down to the fee and what happens during processing.
Applying to visit someone at Dakota Unit (ASPC-Y DAKOTA II) as an adult? You'll pay a one-time, non-refundable $25 background check fee. This applies whether you're signing up for in-person visits, phone visits, or video visits. The whole process is electronic. You'll submit your Application to Visit an Inmate online, and the $25 fee gets paid the same wayâno paper payments accepted.
Need to schedule a visit, sort out a mail issue, or just find someone who can actually help? Here are the most direct contact points for the Dakota Unit at ASPCâYuma.
Most returned applications come down to one thing: an incomplete form. ADCRR requires every field to be filled in, and when you submit, you're also certifying that everything is truthful and accurate. Leave something blank or enter incorrect information, and your application gets kicked back.
General population visits are held Saturdays, Sundays, and posted holidays in two blocks: 8:00 a.m.â12:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m.â4:00 p.m.
Visit length depends on the inmate's phase level, so allowed durations vary by person. To find out the specific time for someone you're visiting, contact the unit at (928) 627-8871 ext. 16926.
You need to be approved before visiting. Typically, the incarcerated person adds you to their visitor list, and then you complete the facility's electronic visitation application and any required background check. Bring an accepted government photo ID showing your date of birth, and follow any scheduling steps required for the type of visit offered.
Timing matters if your loved one just entered the system or was recently transferred. ADCRR won't process visitation applications while an inmate is going through intake at Alhambra or Perryville. Before you submit anything, confirm where they're currently housedâespecially if their status is still in flux.
Dakota Unit's digital mail system scans a specific list of items: letters, greeting cards, kid artwork and drawings, and photos. That's it. If you're considering sending something outside that list, don'tâit won't be scanned. When in doubt, stick to written correspondence.
For the most up-to-date communication and visitation details, call the facility directly. It's the fastest way to confirm schedules, visit types, and whether you need an appointment.
