How to Get Approved for Visitation at Forrest County Detention Center
Getting approved to visit someone at Forrest County Detention Center starts with a completed application and ends with you showing up with valid ID and a clean record. Here's what the form asks for, where to send it, and what can get you denied.
The person who plans to visit must fill out the application themselves. You also need to be at least 18 years old to visit at Forrest County Detention Center - no exceptions.
Once you’ve completed the form and gathered any required documents, return everything to: Forrest County Detention Center, 55 Arena Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39401.
The application asks for your driver's license or state ID number, the state that issued it, and your date of birth. Double-check these fields - missing or incorrect ID information can delay your approval.
Reminder: Bring a valid picture ID every time you visit. If you show up without it, you can be denied at the door.
You'll also need to disclose your arrest history. If you've ever been arrested, list every charge and where it happened. The form says to use an extra sheet if you run out of space - don't skip anything just because the lines are short.
Certain situations will disqualify you automatically. If you're on parole or probation, or out on bond for any drug-related or violent charges, you won't be allowed to visit at Forrest County Detention Center.
The facility runs a background check to verify you don't have a felony conviction. Factor this into your timeline - approval isn't instant.
By applying to visit, you agree to the facility's safety rules. Your vehicle, belongings, and person are all subject to search while on institution property. Keep what you bring simple - and think twice about what you leave in your car.
Warning: Any prohibited item in your vehicle or on your person while on the grounds can result in arrest and prosecution.
Tips for Timely Approval
- ✓ Make sure the adult who will actually be visiting is the one who completes the application.
- ✓ Include your driver’s license/state ID number, the issuing state, and your date of birth.
- ✓ Answer the arrest-history question fully; if you’ve been arrested, list all charges and locations and use an extra sheet if you need more space.
- ✓ Return the completed form and documents to Forrest County Detention Center, 55 Arena Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39401.
- Check your current status - if you’re on parole or probation, you’re not allowed to visit.
- Think through any active bond situations - if you’re out on bond for drug-related or violent charges, you’re not allowed to visit.
- Expect a background review - the facility states your background will be checked to ensure you have not had a felony conviction, so complete the application honestly and consistently.
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