What to Bring (and Leave Behind) for Visiting Day at Rappahannock Regional Jail
Visiting day goes smoother when you show up with the right ID and nothing extra in your hands. Here's what Rappahannock Regional Jail expects—and what to leave behind—so you don't get turned away at the door.
Bring one valid photo ID for every visitor. Rappahannock Regional Jail requires photo identification, and they only accept specific types - so don’t assume an alternate card will work. For adults, stick to a DMV-issued driver’s license or ID with a current photo, a passport, or a military ID.
- ✓ DMV-issued driver’s license or ID with a current photo
- ✓ Passport
- ✓ Military ID
Bringing a child or teenager? Plan ahead for their paperwork too. Minors can use a current school ID or a DMV children's ID. A birth certificate or legal custody agreement also works if a school ID isn't available.
Go into visitation empty-handed. The jail doesn't allow visitors to bring anything in for an inmate during a scheduled visit, so secure your personal items before you enter the visitation area.
- ✓ A quarter (needed to lock up personal items)
Expect screening when you arrive. Everyone entering the premises goes through a search - it's a routine part of check-in.
Warning: If you’re intoxicated or appear to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you won’t be permitted to remain on the premises.
Quick Previsit Checklist
- ✓ Bring a valid photo ID for every visitor
- ✓ Bring a quarter to lock up your personal items
- ✓ Leave personal items out of the visitation area (don’t plan to bring anything in for the inmate during scheduled visitation)
- ✓ Don’t arrive intoxicated or appearing under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- ✓ If a minor is coming, bring their current school ID or DMV children’s ID; consider a birth certificate and/or legal custody agreement paperwork if needed
Adult visitors need one of these IDs: a DMV-issued driver's license or ID with a current photo, a passport, or a military ID.
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