Understanding Formby State Jail's Weekly Visiting Cycle
Formby State Jail runs on a weekly visiting cycle that determines how often an inmate can receive visits. Once you know how the week is counted, planning your trip gets a lot simpler.
A visiting cycle at Formby State Jail runs Monday through Sunday. It resets every Monday. Visit on a Saturday? That counts toward the cycle that started the Monday before. Visit on a Monday? You're kicking off a fresh cycle.
Eligible inmates can receive one visit per Monday–Sunday cycle. If multiple family members or friends want to visit the same week, you'll need to coordinate - either come together as one group or spread visits across different cycles. Keep in mind that a Saturday or Sunday visit still falls within the cycle that started the Monday before.
Regular visits last two hours. The clock starts once both you and the inmate are present, so arriving late means less time together.
Note: Visitation is a privilege. It can be temporarily restricted for an inmate or visitor due to rule violations or security concerns.
Heads up: The entire unit's visitation can be suspended during lockdowns, serious incidents like escapes or disturbances, or health and safety emergencies.
- Confirm the inmate is assigned to Formby State Jail - transfers happen, and you don’t want to travel to the wrong unit.
- Verify the inmate has visitation privileges - even if the schedule is “open,” an inmate can’t receive visitors if their privileges are restricted.
- Call the unit for final confirmation before you leave - this is the best way to catch last-minute cancellations or changes before you’re already on the road.
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