Before Your First Visit to Elmwood: ID, when to arrive, and what you can bring
Your first visit to Elmwood goes smoothly when you nail the basics: the right ID, arriving early, and bringing only what's allowed inside.
Checklist
- ✓ Bring a government-issued photo ID.
- ✓ Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled visit.
- ✓ Bring only your ID and one key - nothing else (a baby bottle is allowed if you’re visiting with children).
- ✓ Questions before you go? Call Elmwood Administration at (408) 957-5300 or Visitation at (408) 957-5900.
You'll need a government-issued photo ID to visit Elmwood Correctional Facility. No ID, no entry. If yours is expired or missing, handle that before you make the trip.
Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled visit. This gives staff enough time to check you in - show up late and you might miss your slot entirely.
Elmwood keeps things simple: bring your ID and one key. That's it. The only exception? If you're visiting with a child, you can bring a baby bottle.
- Stop and call before you head in - if you forgot your ID or showed up with extra items, call Elmwood Administration at (408) 957-5300.
- Confirm visitation guidance directly - for visit-specific questions, call Visitation at (408) 957-5900.
Beyond the basics, Elmwood limits how often inmates can receive visitors. Each inmate gets two 30-minute visits per week, with only one visit allowed per day. The week runs Sunday through Saturday - keep that in mind if you're planning multiple trips.
Note: This covers ID, arrival timing, and what you can carry in. For the full visitation rules and scheduling details, check Elmwood's official visitation information before you go.
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