How to Visit Ely State Prison, NV (NV)

All visits at Ely State Prison are by appointment only. You request a visit by emailing espvisitation@doc.nv.gov, and slots can be scheduled up to 30 days in advance. If you're juggling work, childcare, or travel, send that email early. Waiting too long can leave you scrambling.

For visiting questions, call (775) 977-5348 and select option 7 for Visiting. I'd also recommend calling about 24 hours before your visit to confirm the person you're seeing is still housed at Ely State Prison and that their visiting days haven't changed. That quick check can save you a wasted trip if there's been a housing move or schedule shift.

Visiting approval isn't automatic. At NDOC facilities (including Ely State Prison), the Warden or Correctional Manager has the authority to approve or deny all visiting applications. That said, having a prior felony on your record doesn't mean you'll be denied. Visitation denials are not supposed to be based solely on prior felony convictions.

Steps to Follow

• ✓ Request your visit appointment by emailing espvisitation@doc.nv.gov (you can schedule up to 30 days in advance).
• ✓ Remember visits are by appointment only, do not plan to show up without a scheduled time.
• ✓ Build in processing time if you still need to be approved to visit, the application process may take about 30 to 45 days.
• ✓ Call (775) 977-5348, select option 7 for Visiting, about 24 hours before your visit to confirm the person is still at Ely State Prison and their visiting days have not changed.

Before you travel, nail down the moving pieces. Confirm that espvisitation@doc.nv.gov is still the correct way to schedule and that the "up to 30 days in advance" window is still current. Then call (775) 977-5348 (option 7 for Visiting) about 24 hours ahead to double-check that the person you're visiting is still housed at Ely State Prison and that their visiting days haven't shifted. If you're still waiting on approval, ask where your application stands and whether the 30 to 45 day processing estimate applies to your situation.

If you're worried about eligibility, ask direct questions about how decisions are made. The Warden or Correctional Manager has the authority to approve or deny visiting applications, so it's fair to ask about any facility-specific criteria they use. If you have prior felony convictions, you can note that denials aren't supposed to be based solely on that history, then ask how your specific record will be reviewed.