Can a Former Inmate Visit Someone at Waupaca County Jail?
If you've been incarcerated at Waupaca County Jail before and want to visit someone currently held there, you can — but there's a waiting period, and you'll still need to go through the jail's standard visitation approval process.
Former inmates must wait 14 days from their release date before visiting anyone at Waupaca County Jail. The clock starts on your release date - so if you got out recently, hold off until that waiting period passes before scheduling or showing up for a visit.
Tip: Not sure if your 14 days are up? Confirm your release date and eligibility with the jail before making the trip.
Visitors under 18 can't come alone. Minors must be accompanied by an approved adult, so plan accordingly.
Being under 18 doesn't exempt anyone from the standard rules. The minor still needs to be on the inmate's approved visiting list, and the accompanying adult must follow the same conduct standards. If the adult shows up impaired or causes a disruption, the jail can refuse the visit.
You must be on the inmate's approved visiting list before you can visit. No exceptions - even if you drove hours or the inmate is expecting you.
- Have the inmate request a Visit Request Form - they have to ask for the Waupaca County Jail “Visit Request Form” during regularly scheduled med pass times.
- Have the inmate fill out and turn in the form - the inmate completes the form for the date they’re requesting and turns it in during med pass.
- Wait for the officer-assigned visit time - officers select a specific visit time on the form.
- Have the inmate confirm the time from the returned copy - a copy of the completed form is returned to the inmate showing the specific visit time.
Note: The jail's visitation materials mention inmates can notify visitors of visit times by written letter and reference collect calls - but the jail also states collect calls are no longer available. If you're expecting a phone call to confirm your visit time, verify the current phone policy before you go.
- ✓ Appearing intoxicated
- ✓ Appearing under the influence of drugs
- ✓ Disruptive behavior
Most visitation problems come down to timing and approvals. Former inmates: double-check that your 14-day waiting period has passed. Visiting with a minor? Make sure the accompanying adult is approved. And regardless of your situation, confirm you're on the approved list and that the inmate has received the completed Visit Request Form with your specific visit time.
Reminder: Approval doesn't guarantee entry. Show up impaired or cause a disruption, and you'll be turned away. Stick to the exact visit time on your Visit Request Form.
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