What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind) When Visiting Michael Unit

Before you make the drive, confirm that the person you're visiting is currently assigned to Michael Unit and has visitation privileges. Don't rely on old information from a previous visit or transfer rumors - assignment and privileges determine whether you'll be allowed in. Call the unit as your last step before traveling to get final confirmation and make sure visitation hasn't been canceled.

Adults 18 and older need a current, government-issued photo ID for check-in. Student IDs don't count. For visitors 17 and younger, the unit may ask for identification too - a birth certificate, state-issued ID, or student ID.

Unsure about a rule once you're on site? Look for the I-218 "Inmate Rules and Regulations for Visitation" booklet. Copies are posted in visitor-accessible areas throughout the unit.

If something doesn't match what you expected - say you're told the person you came to see doesn't have visitation privileges that day - ask for help before you leave. Staff can point you to the posted I-218 booklet so you can double-check the rules. You can also request assistance through on-duty leadership if you need to resolve a visitation issue.

Allowed Items Cash Searches

• ✓ Call Michael Unit before you go to confirm what you’re allowed to carry inside that day (including any cash guidance).
• ✓ Plan to leave extra items secured (for example, in your vehicle) so check-in goes faster.
• ✓ Expect screening at the unit and follow staff instructions during check-in.
• ✓ If you’re unsure about an item, confirm it with the unit before you travel so you don’t risk being turned away.

1. Confirm the visit before you travel - Verify the person is assigned to Michael Unit, has visitation privileges, and that visitation hasn’t been canceled; then call the unit for final confirmation.
2. Bring your current, government-issued photo ID (18+) - You’ll need it at check-in, and expired or non-qualifying IDs can stop the visit.
3. Use the posted rules if questions come up - If you’re on site and something is unclear, check the I-218 visitation booklet displayed in visitor-accessible areas.