Getting on the Approved Visitor List at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility
Before you can schedule a video visit with someone at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility, you need to be an approved visitor and set up your GTL account.
Visitation at Cotton Corr. Facility, MI
How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Overview
Before visiting G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility, you must be on the inmate's Approved Visitor List. Not listed? Head to the facility's Visiting a Prisoner page for application steps. Once approved, create a GTL Visitor account, submit a request to visit the prisoner, and schedule video visits through GTL after that request clears. Booking rules typically allow scheduling up to 7 days in advance but not within 48 hours of the visit. Sessions run 20 minutes and cost $3.20. All visits are recorded and monitored. You can connect remotely or use an onsite kiosk—bring a valid government-issued photo ID for check-in.
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Quick Facts
- If you are not on the Approved Visitor List, the facility directs you to the Visiting a Prisoner page for application information.
- Approved visitors must create a GTL Visitor account, request to visit the prisoner, and can schedule video visits once approved.
- Video visits may be scheduled no more than 7 days in advance and not after 48 hours.
- A scheduled video visit lasts 20 minutes and the listed cost for a scheduled 20-minute visit is $3.20.
Visitation Guides
Setting Up Video Visits at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility: Complete Guide
Video visits are a practical way to stay connected with someone at Cotton—but you'll need approval first, plus the right scheduling window. Here's exactly how to book, what it costs, and how to confirm the facility is accepting visits before you pay.
Common Questions
How do I get on the Approved Visitor List at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility?
You’ll need to be on the Approved Visitor List. If you’re not listed, the facility directs you to its Visiting a Prisoner page for application instructions, then you’ll wait for approval before scheduling any visits.
How do I schedule a video visit with an inmate at G. Robert Cotton?
Once approved, create a GTL Visitor account and request to visit the prisoner through GTL. After that request clears, you can schedule video visits in the GTL system. Availability depends on the facility's scheduling rollout and system rules.
How long are video visits and how much do they cost?
Scheduled video visits are 20 minutes long. The listed cost for a scheduled 20-minute visit is $3.20.
Other Guides for Cotton Corr. Facility, MI
How to Look Up Someone in a Michigan Prison Using OTIS
Trying to find someone in Michigan's corrections system? OTIS is the Michigan Department of Corrections' free public lookup tool. It shows basic custody and supervision information—though you'll want to confirm details through official channels.
What to Do If Your Loved One's Information Doesn't Appear on OTIS
Can't find your loved one on Michigan's OTIS database? That doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong or that information is being hidden. There are a few common explanations—and concrete steps you can take to find out what's going on.
Who to Contact When You Have Questions About Someone at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility
Getting a clear answer about someone at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility starts with knowing which MDOC office handles your specific question. Here are the main contacts for general inquiries, OTIS issues, parole questions, and health care or reentry concerns.
