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How to Visit Facility

• 2 min read Based on general CA policies

Before you go, know the difference between "facility hours" and "visiting hours." This facility is listed as open 24 hours a day, Monday through Sunday. However, visiting hours are only Saturday and Sunday from 8:30am to 3:00pm. Plan for the weekend visiting window, and always verify the current schedule before making the trip.

Note: This location shows both "open 24/7" and "visiting only Sat–Sun, 8:30am–3:00pm." Confirm which hours apply to in-person visits before you arrive.

Steps to Follow

  • ✓ Plan your visit for Saturday or Sunday
  • ✓ Arrive during the posted visiting window, 8:30am to 3:00pm
  1. Check the official schedule: Look up the facility’s current visiting hours before you leave.
  2. Call to confirm the same-day rules: Ask staff to confirm whether visits are limited to Saturday and Sunday, 8:30am to 3:00pm, even though the site may be listed as open 24 hours.
  3. Reconfirm when you arrive: If posted notices or staff instructions differ from what you found online, follow the on-site direction for that day.

Check visiting hours before every trip. One listing shows this facility as open 24 hours per day, Monday through Sunday, while visiting hours are Saturday and Sunday from 8:30am to 3:00pm. Confirm the times are for the exact location you plan to visit and that they're still current for your day.

  • ✓ The facility’s official website (visiting or custody information pages)
  • ✓ The facility’s official phone number (ask for visitation hours and any same-day changes)
  • ✓ Recent notices posted at the facility (hours and procedures can be updated on-site)

Note: A facility listed as open 24 hours doesn't mean visitors can walk in anytime. Confirm the visitor access policy and current schedule before you go.

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