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Quick Facts
- The Correctional Reception Center's address, main phone number, and video visiting hours are published on the ODRC website.
- Use the facility's listed main number or records/booking desk for inmate inquiries so your question reaches the right unit.
- Call ahead to confirm office hours, available staff, and appointment requirements before visiting or picking up records.
- Bring valid photo ID and any required signed authorizations when requesting records or property pickup; check the facility's records page for details.
Common Questions
Where can I find the Correctional Reception Center address and phone number?
The Correctional Reception Center’s address and main phone number are published on the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) website.
How do I find the Correctional Reception Center's video visiting hours?
CRC’s video visiting hours are posted on the ODRC website. Check that page for the current schedule and any requirements.
Should I call ahead before visiting, picking up records, or sending mail/money?
Yes—call the main number or records/booking desk first to confirm hours, staffing, and any ID or authorization requirements. Before sending mail or money, verify the correct mailing or deposit address. For urgent life-safety emergencies, contact local emergency services rather than the facility's main line.
Related Guides
How to Get Approved to Visit Someone at Correctional Reception Center (CRC): Complete Application Checklist
Before you apply to visit someone at Correctional Reception Center (CRC), know these two rules. First, reception centers limit visitors to immediate family members, the parent(s) of the incarcerated person's children, and one designated support person. Second, people newly arrived at CRC can't receive visits during their first eight (8) days — so even if your application is ready, you'll need to wait for that window to pass.
When to Call CRC About Your Visiting Application (And What to Ask)
Turned in your visiting application and waiting on an answer? A well-timed phone call can save you days of guesswork. Here's when to follow up with the Correctional Reception Center (CRC), what to have ready, and the exact questions that get you a clear answer.
Can You Bring 5 People to Visit at CRC? Understanding the Visitor Limit
Planning a group visit at the Correctional Reception Center (CRC)? The key is understanding the difference between the per-visit limit and the approved visiting list. Here's how the "five visitors" rule works, who counts toward it, and how to plan when more people want to come.