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How to Contact an Inmate at Marathon County Jail (WI)

Most communication at Marathon County Jail happens through scheduled visitation. Here's what to expect and how to set up a visit without getting turned away.

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How to Contact an Inmate at Marathon County Jail (WI)

All visits at Marathon County Jail are monitored. Keep your conversation supportive and appropriate so it doesn't get cut short.

For family and friends, visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Each inmate is allowed two on-site visits per week (the week starts on Sunday). Attorney and Community Corrections visits work differently: they're first-come, first-served during non-lockdown times, Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 10:50AM, 1:00PM to 4:30PM, and 7:00PM to 9:00PM.

Visitor approval and ID trip up a lot of people. You must be pre-approved and bring a valid ID. Each visit is limited to three approved visitors max. Anyone under 18 needs a parent or guardian present the entire time. One more thing: visitation days and times can be canceled without notice, so don't assume your slot is guaranteed.

Attorney video visits: Attorneys may arrange visits by video by calling 715-261-1703.

How to Contact an Inmate at Marathon County Jail (WI)

Steps to Follow

  • Create an account on the CIDNET scheduling portal for Marathon County Jail visits.
  • In your account, go to “Videos,” then “New Schedule,” choose “Local,” select a date and duration, then pick your slot.
  • Schedule at least 24 hours ahead (same-day scheduling does not meet the requirement).
  • If you’re scheduling a professional visit (Attorney or Community Corrections), plan for Monday through Friday during non-lockdown times: 8:00AM to 10:50AM, 1:00PM to 4:30PM, and 7:00PM to 9:00PM (first-come, first-served).
  • Keep the weekly limit in mind: each inmate is allowed two on-site visits per week, starting Sunday.
  • Build your group correctly: no more than three approved visitors per visit, and anyone under 18 must be with a parent or guardian who remains with them.
  • Make sure every visitor is pre-approved before you schedule.
  • For professional visits, confirm a professional visitor card is on file with Jail Administration.
  • Bring a valid ID.
  • Have a backup plan. Visitation days and times are subject to cancellation without notice.
  1. Call to set up the video visit - Attorneys can arrange a video visit by calling 715-261-1703.

Before your visit, double-check the details. Confirm the current visitation windows, that visits still need to be scheduled at least 24 hours ahead, and that the CIDNET

If you're an attorney scheduling a video visit, call 715-261-1703. Ask about any special instructions when you do.

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