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Scheduling Your First In-Person Visit at Scotland Correctional Institution (appointment steps and check-in)

Your first in-person visit at Scotland Correctional Institution takes some planning, but it's straightforward once you know what to do. Here's how to schedule your appointment and what to expect at check-in.

• 2 min read • dac.nc.gov
Scheduling Your First In-Person Visit at Scotland Correctional Institution (appointment steps and check-in)

In-person visits at Scotland Correctional Institution are by appointment only - you can't just show up. Before making the drive, call to schedule. Reach Scotland Correctional Institution at 910-390-4700. The facility is located at 22385 McGirts Bridge Road, Laurinburg, NC 28353. Setting up your appointment ahead of time ensures you won't waste a trip if walk-ins aren't being accepted.

Call the day before your scheduled visit to confirm the facility’s visitation status. Schedules and availability can change, and that quick check-in can save you from arriving when visits aren’t being held.

Scheduling Your First In-Person Visit at Scotland Correctional Institution (appointment steps and check-in)

Expect a security screening when you arrive. Visitors age 16 and older go through a pat/frisk search and an electronic device scan before entering. Refusing the search means you won't get in. These checks help prevent contraband, so follow staff instructions and expect a structured process. One more thing: leave your phone in the car. Cell phones are considered contraband and are prohibited from all prison facilities.

Note: The visitor dress code is strictly enforced. If your clothing doesn’t meet the standards, you can be denied entry even if you have an appointment.

If you’re unsure about a visitation rule or procedure, start by contacting Scotland Correctional Institution directly to ask before you go. Since visits are scheduled through the facility, that same point of contact is the best place to confirm what’s allowed and what will get a visit turned away.

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