Lancaster County Prison, PA

Visitation at Lancaster County Prison runs in specific morning and evening time blocks. Check the facility schedule for exact session times. You must call to schedule the day before, as walk-ins are not permitted. Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in. Visitors line up outside at the ramp entrance and enter one at a time (staff make exceptions only during inclement weather). Bring a current government-issued photo ID showing your address, and make sure it matches the inmate's approved visitor list. You'll need to pass through the metal detector, and you only get two attempts with no exceptions. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who can prove guardianship. Once you leave the Visitation Room, your visit is over. Rule violations can lead to revoked privileges.

Lancaster County Prison offers remote video visits through Securus Video Connect, a web-based system you can access from an app, computer, or tablet. The Securus platform also supports phone calls, eMessaging stamps, and tablet media. These services come with vendor fees. Securus is not used for commissary purchases. To get started, create a visitor account with Securus, complete any identity verification steps, then request approval to connect with the incarcerated person. Once approved, you can schedule sessions. Facility staff control approvals and scheduling, so available time slots depend on what's open. You'll use the vendor portal or app to manage your account, credits, and scheduling. Some services may require prepayment through the vendor.

Lancaster County Prison maintains inmate financial accounts overseen by the Director of Administration, with annual audits by the Lancaster County Controller. An account is opened at commitment through a contracted account system, and any money found during intake goes into that account. Balances update in real time. You can add funds at the kiosk in the LCP vestibule (cash, credit, or debit), online through JailATM, or by mailing a money order or certified check to Inmate Accounts. A $35 processing fee is charged at commitment or re-incarceration, and commissary access is restricted until it's paid. Essential medical care is never denied for inability to pay. Deposits go toward outstanding obligations first: non-medical fees are collected at 100%, while medical fees are collected at 50%. Any remaining funds at release are returned by debit card, or by check if the account was transferred.