What You Can't Bring to a Visit & What to Expect at Check‑In (John J. Benoit)

Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID. Staff will verify your identity before allowing you into the visiting area.

You must be 18 or older to visit. If someone under 18 is coming with you, they must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

You can only visit the inmate you signed up to see. No switching or trading visits with another visitor once you arrive.

Visits must be scheduled in advance. Call (760) 863-8540 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., one day before your intended visit.

Prohibited Items

• ✓ Alcohol
• ✓ Illegal drugs
• ✓ Weapons
• ✓ Tear gas/O.C. dispensers
• ✓ Cameras
• ✓ Knives

Smoking isn’t allowed anywhere in the jail, including the lobby.

No food or drinks in the lobby or visiting areas. Leave snacks and beverages outside before you enter.

Expect screening at check-in. Staff may search you and your belongings, and warrant checks can happen when you arrive or during your visit.

1. Arrive with only what you truly need - if prohibited items are found during a search, you can be denied entry.
2. Be ready for a warrant check - if a warrant is discovered, you may be arrested.
3. Keep the visit compliant - if illegal contraband is brought into the visiting area, you’re subject to arrest.

Plan your day around the visit. Each session lasts approximately 45 minutes, and inmates are limited to two visits per week. Once you leave the visitation area, your visit is over - step out early, and you won't be allowed back in to continue.

Need to reschedule? Call the same line: (760) 863-8540 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., one day before your new visit date.