How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
To visit someone at Dixon Correctional Center, you'll need to schedule your visit in advance through the facility's SignUpGenius system. Video visitation is available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Log on about 15 minutes before your appointment so you don't miss your slot. Before visiting, make sure the incarcerated person has added you to their approved visitor list and that you meet the facility's ID and approval requirements. On-site and remote visits follow facility-specific time windows and rules. Staff can search visitors and end a visit for rule violations. One more thing to note: starting Sept 30, 2025, publications must be mailed directly from the publisher, not dropped off by visitors.
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Visiting someone at Dixon Correctional Center takes some advance planning. The facility requires you to sign up through its SignUpGenius page beforehand. Don't show up expecting to walk in and get on the list.
Yes. You must sign up in advance through Dixon Correctional Center’s SignUpGenius scheduling system before visiting.
Video visits are available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Log on about 15 minutes before your scheduled time to avoid missing your slot.
No. Beginning Sept 30, 2025, publications must be mailed directly from the publisher and will not be accepted as visitor drop-offs.
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