What you can (and cannot) bring to visitation at Lois M De Berry: a practical checklist
Visiting at Lois M. DeBerry goes smoother when you show up with only what's allowed. Use the checklist below to avoid getting turned away—or having to walk things back to your car.
Keep it simple: you can only bring your photo ID and car keys (or key fob) into the visitation area. Anything else? Leave it behind before you go through.
Visitors with infants are the exception. Baby items are allowed as needed, but pack everything in a clear plastic bag so staff can see what you're bringing in.
Leave in Vehicle
- ✓ Phone
- ✓ Smart watch
- ✓ Wallet
- ✓ Any other personal items (anything besides your photo ID and car keys/key fob)
Heads up: Staff may search vehicles. Firearms, weapons, drugs, and alcohol are strictly prohibited - don't bring them onto facility property.
Baby Items Pack
- ✓ Diapers (as needed)
- ✓ Formula powder (as needed)
- ✓ Unopened, sealed baby food (as needed)
Pack baby supplies in one clear plastic bag and bring only what you’ll actually need during the visit. If it doesn’t fit that “as needed” purpose, leave it in your secured vehicle.
What you wear matters. At Lois M. DeBerry, all visitors - regardless of age - must wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Certain items won't make it past the entrance.
- ✓ Clothing made from spandex or spandex-type fabric
- ✓ Transparent or translucent items
- ✓ Sleeveless shirts and blouses
- ✓ Dresses or clothing exposing a bare chest or midriff
- ✓ Camouflage attire
- ✓ Worn or tattered clothing
- ✓ Bandanas
- ✓ Excessive jewelry
- ✓ Flip flops
- ✓ Steel/composite-toed shoes
- ✓ Shower shoes
Note: Wardens may set additional clothing rules at each facility. If you're unsure about an outfit, call ahead.
- Bring only your photo ID and your car keys/key fob - those are the only items you can carry into the visitation area.
- Do a quick car check before you park - move everything else (phone, wallet, smart watch, etc.) into your secured vehicle so you’re not stuck walking items back at the door.
Planning to use vending machines? Most visitation areas use a debit-card system. You'll need to buy or reload the vending card in the lobby before entering visitation.
Final check: Vehicle searches happen, and facilities can add their own clothing rules. Confirm any site-specific requirements before you leave home.
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