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Visitation at Union County DOC, NJ

How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements

Overview

Visiting at Union County DOC starts with getting approved. You'll need to be on the inmate's approved visitor list and schedule your visit in advance. Visit types vary by housing unit and facility rules: some allow in-person contact visits, others are screened or non-contact, and remote video options may be available. Expect standard security measures. Most visits (except attorney visits) are recorded or monitored, and staff can deny or end a visit for rule violations or safety concerns. Preregister if required and bring a valid government-issued photo ID like a driver's license or passport. If your situation involves the Jail Diversion or Veteran Diversion Team, expect at least a two-week adjournment for scheduling and completing evaluations.

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Quick Facts

  • Visits generally require prior approval on the inmate's approved visitor list before you can schedule.
  • Visit formats include in-person contact (where permitted), screened/non-contact visits, and remote/video visits depending on housing and facility rules.
  • Visits are commonly recorded or monitored and may be denied or ended for rule violations or safety concerns.
  • The Jail Diversion/Veteran Diversion Team requires at least a two-week adjournment to schedule and conduct evaluations.

Visitation Guides

Visitation

How to Visit Facility

If you're coordinating an evaluation through the Jail Diversion/Veteran Diversion Team, plan for extra time. The team needs at least a two-week adjournment to schedule and complete evaluations. This matters for your planning: you may need to request the adjournment before anything else can happen, and the evaluation process itself takes time to arrange. The available information here doesn't cover visit schedules, sign-up rules, visitor limits, or other logistics. Contact the facility or the appropriate office directly to confirm those details.

Common Questions

Do I need to be on the approved visitor list to visit an inmate at Union County DOC?

Yes. You typically need to be on the inmate’s approved visitor list before you can schedule a visit, and the inmate usually adds visitors during intake.

What types of visits are available and do I need to schedule them in advance?

Common options include in-person contact (where allowed), screened or non-contact visits, and remote or video visits. Appointments are commonly required, and availability can vary by housing unit, so plan to schedule in advance.

How long does it take to schedule a Jail Diversion or Veteran Diversion evaluation?

Plan on at least a two-week adjournment. The Jail Diversion or Veteran Diversion Team requires that amount of time to schedule and conduct evaluations.

Other Guides for Union County DOC, NJ

Phone & Messaging

How to Contact an Inmate at Facility

Looking for someone connected to Union County DOC? Your best bet is calling the correct jail intake line and following the phone prompts. For Jail Diversion or Veteran Referral questions, there's a separate Special Offenders Unit contact.

Sending Money

How to Send Money to Facility

Two rules matter most when submitting money: the required 3.5% deposit and the timeline you have after paying it.

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