How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Every visitor to Hood County Jail must register through the Hood County GTL VisitMe portal and get approved before scheduling any visits. This includes minors—an adult needs to add children through the portal's Manage Visitor Group option, and the jail must approve them separately. Visiting hours depend on housing assignment: male inmates have visits Wednesdays from 7:00 pm–10:00 pm and Saturdays from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm. Female inmates have visits Tuesdays from 7:00 pm–9:00 pm and Sundays from 1:00 pm–3:00 pm. Schedules can change due to lockdowns or security issues, so check the portal before you travel.
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Hood County Jail runs separate visiting schedules for male and female inmates, so when you can visit depends on where your person is housed. You'll also need to register online before your first visit.
Visiting at Hood County Jail starts with online registration. Once you're signed up, the key is showing up on the right day and time for your loved one's housing group.
Setting up video visits at Hood County Jail takes two steps: first you'll register for visitor approval, then you'll use a separate site to schedule or start your video call. Here's how to do it.
Setting up video visits at Hood County Jail is easier than you might expect. This guide covers account creation, device setup, using
'Visit Now' is Telmate's on-demand video visit option. Skip the scheduling—just try to connect right away. If the person you want to visit is available, your call can start within minutes.
Your first video visit goes smoother when your tech and account are ready before you click
Register online through the Hood County GTL VisitMe site before trying to schedule. The jail must approve every visitor, so expect background questions and a waiting period before you can book.
Male visiting hours are Wednesdays 7:00 pm–10:00 pm and Saturdays 1:00 pm–5:00 pm. Female visiting hours are Tuesdays 7:00 pm–9:00 pm and Sundays 1:00 pm–3:00 pm.
Yes, but only after the minor is registered and approved by the jail; an adult can add a minor using the Manage Visitor Group option in the portal. Because visitation is a privilege, approvals can be revoked or visits can be canceled for security or operational reasons.
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