What Happens During Your 20-Minute Visit at Harris County Jail (Baker)

Harris County Jail brought back in-person visitation on March 29, 2022, with a limited setup that follows public-health guidelines.

Each visit lasts exactly 20 minutes. The time limit gives staff a window to sanitize between visits. Be ready to go when your slot starts - and expect things to wrap up promptly once those 20 minutes are done.

Arrival Entry

• ✓ Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled visit time so staff can verify your ID.
• ✓ Plan for a one-on-one visit: only one person is allowed to visit during a visit.
• ✓ Register using the scheduling application (Register) before you go, or register when you arrive at the facility.
• ✓ If you show up without an appointment, on-site registration is available - but visitation is not guaranteed.

Juggling work, childcare, or a long drive? The scheduling platform lets you book up to seven days ahead. Planning in advance also means you won't show up only to find out there's no slot available.

1. Register ahead of time - Use the scheduling application (Register) before your visit when you can; it’s the cleanest way to lock in your time.
2. Show up early for ID verification - Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled time so check-in doesn’t eat into your visit.
3. Go in with a short plan - Because visits are only 20 minutes (with sanitation time built in between visitors), decide what you most need to cover so you don’t spend the first half of the visit getting oriented.