How to Visit Mobile Metro Jail, AL (AL)
Visiting Mobile Metro Jail takes some planning, but knowing the approval and check-in rules ahead of time will save you headaches. Here's what you need to get your visit scheduled and avoid being turned away.
Arrive early. Mobile Metro Jail requires all visitors to sign in at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time, whether you're visiting in person or remotely. You can't just show up. Only people on the inmate's approved visitation list are allowed to visit. If someone tries to use another person's scheduled slot without being approved, the visit can be terminated and the approved visitor's account may be permanently suspended. Keep groups small. The jail allows a maximum of four visitors per inmate during a visit, so coordinate with family members beforehand if several people want to attend.
Note: Electronic photos submitted for visitor approval can be rejected for filters, screenshots, collages, text or stickers, gang signs, nudity, drugs, guns, violence, inmate photos, or anything the facility considers a security risk.
Steps
- ✓ Schedule the visit online through the GettingOut visit scheduling site for Mobile County.
- ✓ Make sure you are an approved visitor and on the inmate’s approved visitation list before you schedule.
- ✓ Sign in at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time (this is required for onsite and remote visits).
- ✓ Keep the visitor group to four people or fewer per inmate for the visit.
Note: Photos with Snapchat-style filters, screenshots, collages, or added text and stickers will likely be rejected. Submit a clear, unedited photo to avoid delays.
Before you make the trip, confirm a few things so you don't lose your time slot. Check that Mobile County is still using the GettingOut scheduling site and that your visit is properly booked. Understand what "signed in 15 minutes prior" means for your visit type (onsite versus remote) and what check-in involves. Make sure everyone planning to attend is on the inmate's approved visitation list. Verify the four-visitor limit applies to your situation and whether any exceptions exist. If you need to submit a photo for approval, review the current electronic photo requirements.
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