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Bringing Children to Visit Jefferson County Jail: ID Rules, Permission Slips, and Behavior Expectations

Bringing kids to visit Jefferson County Jail? It's allowed, but the rules on ID, supervision, and behavior are strict. Here's what you need to know so you don't get turned away at the door.

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Bringing Children to Visit Jefferson County Jail: ID Rules, Permission Slips, and Behavior Expectations

Even infants need ID at Jefferson County Jail. For babies and toddlers, that means an original birth certificate or a certified copy. A regular photocopy won't cut it - staff check these documents to verify identity before letting anyone into the visitation room. Bring the original or an official certified copy, or you'll be turned away.

Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The minor also needs ID: a photo ID card works, or you can use an original birth certificate or certified copy. Bringing a teen without a photo ID? The birth certificate option saves the trip - just make sure it's an original or certified copy, not a standard photocopy.

There's one exception to the parent-must-accompany rule. If another adult is bringing the child, the minor needs a permission slip signed by a parent or legal guardian and notarized. Handle this paperwork ahead of time. Without that notarized authorization, the minor won't be allowed in.

Bringing Children to Visit Jefferson County Jail: ID Rules, Permission Slips, and Behavior Expectations

S3

  • ✓ Do not place children or infants in the inmate’s lap during the visit.
  • ✓ Keep children seated for the visit.
  • ✓ Keep children under your control at all times.

Note: An officer can end the visit if children become disruptive. If your child is getting overwhelmed, step in early rather than risk having the visit cut short.

S4

  • ✓ For infants and toddlers: an original birth certificate or a certified copy
  • ✓ For visitors under 18: a proper photo ID card, or an original/certified copy of their birth certificate
  • ✓ If a minor won’t be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian: a permission slip filled out by a parent/legal guardian and notarized
  • ✓ For the accompanying parent/legal guardian: your photo ID (so staff can confirm you’re the parent/guardian)
  • ✓ Keep the documents together and easy to hand over for inspection at check-in

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