Who to Call When You Have Questions About Visiting Taft Correctional Institution

For visiting questions at Taft Correctional Institution, call 661-765-2840. This is the facility's main line and your best starting point - whether you're confirming details before you travel or unsure who to ask.

Need to fax paperwork? The fax number is 661-765-2850. Keep a copy of anything you send, along with the date and time - you'll want that reference if you follow up by phone.

Taft lists the Watch Commander as the visiting facility supervisor. Don't bother hunting for a separate visiting office number - just call 661-765-2840 and ask to be directed to the right person for approvals, scheduling, or any specific questions.

If you’re already an approved visitor, VPASS (the Visitor Processing Appointment Scheduling System) is the tool used to schedule a visit. At Taft, approved visitors can use VPASS to schedule an appointment one week in advance, which can make your visit day smoother.

Quick Checklist

• ✓ The visiting information number you’re calling: 661-765-2840
• ✓ The incarcerated person’s full name
• ✓ Your full name (match it to what you used for approval)
• ✓ Whether you’re already approved to visit (and using VPASS to schedule one week in advance)
• ✓ The day and time you’re aiming for (Taft visiting is Saturdays and Sundays, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM)
• ✓ Whether your visit is on/near a holiday visit day (New Year’s Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, or Christmas Day)