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Need a videoconference with someone at Bayside State Prison? Fax your request to the facility's videoconferencing coordinator at least 48 hours in advance—that's two or more business days, excluding weekends and holidays. The VTC request form lists operating hours as 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You'll need to select a reason code (like Client/Attorney Interview) and indicate whether you'll fax documents on the day of the conference. Before the session, the inmate must be advised of confidentiality and sign an Inmate Consent Form. During the call, they'll be alone in a designated videoconferencing booth. Out-of-state agencies typically initiate the conference, cover expenses, and may need to contact Donna Sweeney-Elrose for interstate-compact checks when applicable.
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Fax a completed VTC request form to the facility videoconferencing coordinator at least 48 hours (two or more business days) before your requested conference—weekends and holidays don't count. The form lists hours (8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday–Friday), asks if you'll fax documents the day of the conference, and requires a reason code (such as Client/Attorney Interview). Need a conference outside normal hours? Both agencies must agree, and you'll need to arrange it through the NJDOC VTC Coordinator with justification to the institution.
For an out-of-state agency requesting a videoconference with a New Jersey state inmate, the out-of-state agency generally initiates the conference and assumes expenses. Out-of-state requesters should contact Donna Sweeney-Elrose for interstate-compact checks before scheduling when applicable.
Inmates must be advised of confidentiality and sign an Inmate Consent Form before the videoconference. During the call, they must be alone in the designated booth or room. Any confidentiality breaches involving state-sentenced inmates must be reported to the NJDOC Videoconferencing Coordinator within 48 hours. Videoconferences are often monitored and recorded, though approved confidential visitors (like attorneys) may have exemptions after completing the facility approval process.
Legal video visits at Bayside State Prison go through New Jersey DOC's statewide videoconferencing system. Here's how to request a time slot, what information goes on the form, and how to make sure your conference actually happens when you need it.
Scheduling a legal videoconference at Bayside State Prison comes down to timing and paperwork. Send a complete fax request with enough lead time, and the facility will check availability and lock in your slot.
Attorney visits at Bayside State Prison happen during normal business hours, but security comes first. Expect requirements around advance notice and admission procedures—staff need time to arrange the interview without disrupting facility operations.
