What Happens If You're Removed from a Visitor List at Moore Unit (And How to Appeal)

At Moore Unit, visitation is a privilege, not a right. That means it can be temporarily restricted for either the inmate or the visitor when rule violations or security concerns come up. One common reason for visit termination is improper conduct. If staff determine that behavior during the visit crosses the line, they can end the visit immediately and remove the visitor from the inmate's Visitors List.

Keep in mind that removal from a visitor list is different from a unit-wide visitation shutdown. Visits may be temporarily discontinued during lockdowns or serious incidents like escapes or disturbances. Health or safety emergencies can also pause visitation for everyone.

Planning to appeal? Pay close attention to the date on your written notice of removal. Your appeal deadline is tied to that date. You have 14 days to submit a written appeal to the Director's Review Committee.

• ✓ Keep the written notice of removal and make a copy for your records.
• ✓ Write down what happened while it’s fresh (date, time, what was said, and what you were told about the reason).
• ✓ Ask the unit’s Family Liaison Officer (often the duty warden) for help understanding the issue and what might resolve the visitation problem going forward.

1. Find the deadline date - Use the date on the written notice of removal from the unit. Your written appeal must be submitted within 14 days of that date.
2. Write your appeal - Put your request in writing so it can be reviewed by the Director’s Review Committee (DRC).
3. Mail the appeal to the DRC - Send your written appeal to the Director’s Review Committee at the address listed below.

Need help before submitting your appeal? Ask about the unit's Family Liaison Officer (FLO). Each unit has a designated FLO, usually the duty warden, who assists visitors and helps resolve problems affecting contact with inmates.