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How to Get Approved to Visit Someone at Dodge State Prison
To get approved to visit someone at Dodge State Prison, you’ll need to complete a Visitation Request Form and submit the finished form to the facility where your loved one is currently incarcerated. Fill it out carefully and completely before you send it in—this form is the starting point for getting on the approved visitor list.
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How to Send Money to Someone at Dodge State Prison (Options, Fees, and Requirements)
Once you know the approved options, sending money is simple. Here's how to add funds for someone at Dodge State Prison—including fees and timing for each method.
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Dodge State Prison Visiting Hours: When You Can (and Can't) Visit
Dodge State Prison visits follow a set schedule, and request deadlines can sneak up on you. Here's the exact breakdown for general population vs. segregation, plus cutoffs for weekends and state holidays.
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Visitation
- General-population visits are held Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Inmates in segregation have scheduled visits on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Weekend visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM Wednesday of the same week; state-holiday visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday.
Communication
- Friends and family can set up pre-paid, collect, or direct-bill telephone accounts with Securus via their website or by calling 1-800-844-6591.
- GDC's Securus rate table shows a per-minute rate of $0.06 and a cost of $1.50 for a 25-minute call.
- Securus deposits to pre-paid collect accounts are limited to a maximum of $200.00 per deposit.
Sending Money
- You must be on the offender’s approved visitor or sender list before you can send money to someone at Dodge State Prison.
- GDC provides a free printable money-order voucher; mailed vouchers and processing can take up to two weeks.
- A live agent is available 24/7 to assist with sending money to an offender in GDC custody.
Contact Info
- Dodge State Prison’s official mailing address is P.O. Box 276, Chester, GA 31012.
- From I-75/I-16, take I-75S to I-16 in Macon, continue east to Exit 49 (Hwy 257 South) toward Dexter, then continue to Chester to reach the prison.
- For medical concerns, GDC recommends the inmate use the grievance process and lists a contact escalation: inmate’s counselor, Chief Counselor, Deputy Warden of Care & Treatment, then the Warden.
Facility Info
- The Dodge State Prison facility profile lists its construction year, opening year, capacity, security level, and a renovation year.
- Housing at Dodge State Prison includes dormitory-style units and designated isolation/segregation beds.
- Academic programs offered on-site include GED, Adult Basic Education, and Literacy classes.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Visitation at Dodge State Prison is by appointment only, and you must be on the approved visitor list before scheduling. General-population visits happen Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Inmates in segregation have designated visiting days on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Plan ahead: weekend visit requests are due by 5:00 PM on Wednesday of the same week, and state-holiday requests must be in by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday. Not an immediate family member? You may still qualify as a "Significant Relationship Visitor" if the offender submits a Significant Relationship Visitor Application for the Warden/Superintendent to review. Visitation can be denied or revoked for contraband concerns, deception on forms, repeated warnings, or security needs—so follow scheduling, dress, and conduct rules closely.
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Phone calls at Dodge State Prison go through Securus. To receive calls, set up a pre-paid, collect, or direct-bill account through the Securus website or by calling 1-800-844-6591. Make sure your account is verified before expecting calls or using remote services. Georgia Department of Corrections rate information for Securus lists $0.06 per minute, with a 25-minute call costing $1.50. Securus pre-paid collect deposits are capped at $200 per deposit. Keep in mind: calls may be monitored and recorded, call forwarding and three-way calling aren't allowed, and each call is limited to 25 minutes.
Sending Money
Before sending money to someone at Dodge State Prison, you must be on the offender's approved visitor or sender list—otherwise, no payment method will be accepted. If mailing funds, GDC offers a free printable money-order voucher, but keep timing in mind: mail delivery and processing can take up to two weeks. Need help? A live agent is available 24/7 to assist. For food-package or commissary-style orders, GDC allows Union Supply to receive and deliver approved food-package orders for State Prisons. Union Supply orders must be mailed to their Dallas address, include a $2.95 non-refundable shipping and handling charge, and follow GDC spending and weight limits.
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For mail to Dodge State Prison, use the official address: P.O. Box 276, Chester, GA 31012. If driving from the I-75/I-16 corridor, take I-75S to I-16 in Macon, continue east to Exit 49 (Hwy 257 South) toward Dexter, then follow local roads to Chester. For medical concerns, Georgia Department of Corrections advises families to encourage the inmate to use the facility grievance process and follow this contact order: the inmate's counselor, then the Chief Counselor, Deputy Warden of Care & Treatment, and the Warden. Before mailing or traveling, verify any phone numbers or extra addresses on official state corrections pages. When contacting the facility, include the inmate's full name and ID/booking number, your name, and a clear request.
Common Questions
Showing 6 of 16What are the visiting hours at Dodge State Prison?
General-population visits are scheduled Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Inmates in segregation have separate visit days on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All visits require an appointment and approved visitor status before you schedule.
VisitationWhen do I need to submit a visit request for a weekend or state-holiday visit at Dodge State Prison?
Submit weekend visit requests by 5:00 PM on Wednesday of the same week. For state holidays, submit your request by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday.
VisitationHow can a non-family visitor get approved to visit someone at Dodge State Prison?
Non-immediate visitors can be considered if the offender submits a Significant Relationship Visitor Application for the Warden or Superintendent to review. You'll also need to be added to the inmate's approved visitor list before requesting a visit.
VisitationWhat can cause Dodge State Prison to deny or revoke visitation privileges?
Visitation can be denied or revoked for suspected or actual contraband introduction, deception on forms, repeated warnings, or special security needs. Following dress, conduct, and scheduling rules helps avoid problems.
VisitationHow do I set up a phone account to call someone at Dodge State Prison?
Set up a pre-paid, collect, or direct-bill account with Securus online or by calling 1-800-844-6591. Verify your account before expecting calls so the person inside can reach you.
CommunicationHow much do phone calls from Dodge State Prison cost?
Georgia Department of Corrections rate information for Securus lists $0.06 per minute and shows $1.50 for a 25-minute call.
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Did You Know?
Dodge State Prison has a straightforward visitation schedule. General population visits happen Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Segregation visits are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM — but not on state holidays.
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