Correctional Reception Center

Planning a visit to Correctional Reception Center (CRC)? Here's what you need to know. For your first visit, adults must bring the Visiting Application (DRC2096), signed DRC2554 and DRC2274, and a legible photo ID. That first reception visit is treated as a one-time courtesy—after that, you won't be granted visits until your application is processed and approved. Reception incarcerated persons can't receive visits during their first eight days at CRC. Once approved, you may have up to two visiting sessions per calendar month. Visitation days depend on the incarcerated person's ID-number ending digits, and CRC closes on certain state holidays listed in policy. Everyone must register and may be searched. Electronics, purses, backpacks, and metal-heavy clothing or jewelry can delay or prevent entry. Only five visitors (including walking children) may visit at one time.

Scheduling visits at Correctional Reception Center (CRC) starts with approval. The incarcerated person must add you to their approved visitor list, and CRC must approve your visitor application. Once approved, create your ViaPath account at http://ohdoc.gtlvisitme.com and use the vendor portal to book in-person or video visits. For the latest video visiting hours, plus CRC's address and phone number, check the facility's page on the ODRC website. Tablet-related payments have their own rules: only people on the incarcerated person's approved visitor list can send ViaPath tablet repair payments, and third-party vendors may have additional account and payment requirements. When setting up vendor accounts, have a photo ID and a clear face photo ready for verification.

For official contact details for Correctional Reception Center (CRC), check the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) website—it lists the facility's address, main phone number, and video visiting hours. Calling about an inmate, a records request, or booking questions? Use the listed main number or the records/booking desk so your question reaches the right place. Before visiting, picking up records, or handling property or paperwork, call ahead to confirm office hours, staffing, and any appointment requirements. Bring a valid photo ID and any signed authorizations the facility's records page requires. Also verify the correct mailing or deposit address before sending mail or money to avoid delays.

Correctional Reception Center (CRC) follows the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction's zero-tolerance policy for drugs, alcohol, weapons, and other prohibited items. Cash and cell phones (and other electronic communication devices) are specifically banned on prison grounds. CRC must also make ODRC visiting paperwork available for you to review and acknowledge, including the General Visiting Instructions (DRC2274) and the Declaration of Understanding (DRC2554). Visiting hours and limits aren't one-size-fits-all—each institution's managing officer sets the schedule, visit frequency, duration, and any priority rules. Before planning a trip, check CRC's posted requirements, complete the visitor registration process, bring the required ID, and follow any property or medication drop-off procedures listed by the facility.