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How to Visit Facility

Visiting Lincoln Correctional Center takes a little planning. Video visits require advance sign-up and happen during set daily time windows.

• 2 min read Based on general IL policies
How to Visit Facility

You'll need to sign up in advance through the facility's SignupGenius page before visiting Lincoln Correctional Center. Without a registration, you may not be allowed to visit. Get that handled before you plan your day around it.

Video visitation at Lincoln Correctional Center runs Sunday through Saturday in three daily blocks: 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Pick the window that works for you and be ready to connect on time.

Note: The facility lists advance sign-up and the daily video visitation time blocks, but doesn't spell out details like how far ahead you need to register, whether slots are limited, or any platform-specific requirements. Confirm those specifics with the facility before your visit.

How to Visit Facility

Steps-to-follow

  • ✓ Sign up in advance for a visit using Lincoln Correctional Center’s SignupGenius sign-up page.
  • ✓ Choose a time window for video visitation: Sunday through Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., or 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • ✓ Log on 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.

Before you lock in a day and time, make sure you're using the current SignupGenius page for Lincoln Correctional Center. It's also worth asking whether there are sign-up deadlines, limits on the number of visits, or a cap on visitor slots for each time block.

Confirm the video visitation hours right before you schedule, since policies can change. The listed hours are Sunday through Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The facility recommends logging on 15 minutes early so you have time to get connected before the visit starts.

Tip: For the most current details, check the facility's official visitation information and any posted video visitation guidelines. You can also contact the facility directly to confirm sign-up procedures and the schedule.

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