Visitation at Ely State Prison, NV

How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements

Overview

Visitation at Ely State Prison is by appointment only. You can schedule by email up to 30 days in advance, but call 24 hours before your visit to confirm the offender's location and visiting days. Getting approved takes some paperwork: mail in DOC 3000 (Offender Visiting Application), and the offender must request you using DOC 3007. Expect the approval process to take 30–45 days. On arrival, you'll sign in and pass through a metal detector. Both visitors and vehicles may be searched. Visitor processing runs from 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM. Some visits are non-contact (behind glass), including for High Risk Potential offenders and those housed in the infirmary. Staff run NCIC background checks—certain charges, convictions, or false information can lead to denial. If you're denied, appeals are handled within 14 working days.

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Quick Facts

Visits are by appointment only; contact (775) 977-5348, option 7, or schedule by email up to 30 days in advance.
Visitor processing begins at 8:15 AM and ends at 8:45 AM; all visitors must sign in, pass a metal detector, and visitors and vehicles may be searched.
The visiting application process can take approximately 30–45 days; prospective visitors mail DOC 3000 and offenders request visitors using DOC 3007.
Visiting staff run NCIC background checks and applicants convicted or charged with sex crimes or sex with a child under 14 may be denied.
An inmate may list a maximum of five authorized visitors unless certified birth certificates show more than five biological children, and no person convicted of a felony may visit without prior written approval from the Deputy Director.

Common Questions

How do I schedule a visit at Ely State Prison?

Visits are by appointment only and can be scheduled by email up to 30 days in advance. Call (775) 977-5348, option 7, and plan to call again 24 hours before your visit to confirm the offender’s location and visiting days.

What identification and screening are required for visitors at Ely State Prison?

Bring a government-issued photo ID (state/federal ID, driver’s license, passport, or consular ID). You must sign in and pass a metal detector, and both visitors and vehicles may be searched; without verifiable photo ID, you won’t be allowed entry.

Can someone with a felony conviction visit an inmate at Ely State Prison?

Not without prior written approval from the Deputy Director. Felony convictions require that approval before you can visit. The Warden or Correctional Manager reviews applications. If denied, you can appeal and should receive a response within 14 working days.

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