Turner Guilford Knight Corr. Center, FL
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How to Set Up Video Visits at Miami‑Dade Corrections: A Complete Walkthrough
Miami‑Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation (MDCR) offers remote video visitation, letting you connect without traveling to the facility. The service works for friends, family, and professional visitors like attorneys. Getting set up is straightforward—you just need to know which visitor category applies to you so you follow the right approval steps.
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Putting Money on an Inmate's Account at Miami‑Dade: What You Need to Know
Want to help someone at Miami‑Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation (MDCR)? All deposits go into their individual trust account. Once you have the right details—especially the facility number—the process is pretty straightforward.
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Who to Call and Where: Miami‑Dade Corrections Addresses & Phone Numbers for Families
Having the right phone number up front can save you hours of hold music. Here are the key contacts for Miami-Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation (MDCR).
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Visitation
- Friends and family must be on an inmate’s Approved Master Visitation List and it is the inmate’s responsibility to add them.
- MDCR provides remote video visitation for visitors and professionals using secure technology.
- Professional visitors must complete the Professional Visitor Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL).
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- MDCR offers remote video visitation for friends, family, and professional visitors using secure technology.
- Attorneys must complete the Attorney Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL).
- Professional visitors must complete the Professional Visitor Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL).
Sending Money
- Money collected at inmate intake is deposited into the inmate's individual trust account and can be used for commissary purchases and self‑bonding.
- Friends and family can deposit funds every day via TouchPay using facility number 233101 and the inmate's name and ID.
- Cash deposits for this facility must be made at the jail's lobby kiosk rather than given directly to staff.
Contact Info
- Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center address: 7000 NW 41st Street, Miami, FL 33166; main phone 786-263-5341 and fax 786-263-5690.
- Booking line (for detainee status/booking) is 786-263-5312; general MDCR inquiries: 786-263-7000.
- Requests for disability accommodations should be directed to Chief Edith Wright at 786-263-6139 or by email; request accessible materials or interpreters five days in advance and TTY users call 711.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Before you can visit at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, you'll need to be on the inmate's Approved Master Visitation List. The inmate is responsible for adding you—friends and family can't visit without this step. Miami-Dade Corrections (MDCR) also offers remote video visitation for friends, family, and professional visitors through secure technology. Professional visitors must complete the Professional Visitor Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL). Attorneys need to complete the Attorney Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with GTL as well. Follow the facility's instructions carefully, and wait for formal approval before traveling or attempting an in-person visit.
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Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center (MDCR) offers remote video visitation for friends, family, and professional visitors through secure third-party technology. Attorneys must complete the Attorney Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL) before using the system. Professional visitors also need to complete the Professional Visitor Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with GTL. For customer support or automated assistance with communication services, call 972-734-1111—the line is available 24/7. Like other Florida facilities, communication options typically include phone calls, email/tablet messaging, and scheduled or on-demand video visits. Features, scheduling rules, moderation, and payment methods can vary by vendor and site.
Sending Money
Adding money at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center is straightforward once you have the inmate's full name and ID. Any money collected at intake goes into the inmate's individual trust account, which covers commissary purchases and self-bonding. Friends and family can deposit funds any day through TouchPay—use facility number 233101 and enter the inmate's name and ID. Bringing cash in person? Use the lobby kiosk rather than handing it to staff. Payment methods, vendor instructions, and fees can vary, so follow the prompts carefully and double-check the inmate information before submitting.
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Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center is located at 7000 NW 41st Street, Miami, FL 33166. The main phone number is 786-263-5341, and the fax is 786-263-5690. For booking questions or to check detainee status, call the Booking line at 786-263-5312. General Miami-Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation (MDCR) inquiries go to 786-263-7000. MDCR headquarters is at 3505 NW 107 Ave., Doral, FL 33178. For public records requests, contact the department custodian, Sylvia Hanks, at Sylvia.Hanks@miamidade.gov or 786-263-5892 (Doral office). Need disability accommodations? Contact Chief Edith Wright at 786-263-6139 or by email at least five days in advance. TTY users can call 711.
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Showing 6 of 12How do I get on an inmate’s Approved Master Visitation List at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center?
The inmate must add you to their Approved Master Visitation List first—ask them to add your name. If a visitor application is required, submit it as the facility instructs and wait for approval before you travel.
VisitationDo professional visitors or attorneys need to register for video visits at this facility?
Yes. Professional visitors must complete the Professional Visitor Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL). Attorneys must complete the Attorney Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with GTL, and MDCR supports remote video visitation.
VisitationCan I show up to visit before I’m notified I’m approved?
No. Wait for formal approval before traveling or trying to visit. Follow the submission instructions and keep copies of any forms you turn in.
VisitationDoes Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center offer remote video visits?
Yes. MDCR offers remote video visitation for friends, family, and professional visitors using secure technology.
CommunicationDo attorneys need to register to use remote video visitation at Turner Guilford Knight?
Yes. Attorneys must complete the Attorney Application for Remote Video Visitation and register with Global Tel*Link (GTL).
CommunicationWho do I call for automated assistance or customer support about communication services?
Call the 24/7 automated phone system and customer support line at 972-734-1111.
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Did You Know?
Turner Guilford Knight Corr. Center offers remote video visitation through MDCR. Whether you're a friend, family member, or professional visitor, you can connect using MDCR's secure video technology.
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