Visitation at Winnebago County Jail, IL

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

Overview

All personal visits at Winnebago County Jail are video visits, held at the Winnebago County Justice Center video visitation room at 650 West State Street, Rockford, IL. Visits take place on Saturday and Sunday during daytime hours and must be booked within the weekly visit period. Each visit lasts 15 minutes, and only one adult is allowed per visit (this applies to both general population and segregation inmates). The inmate arranges the visit, and requests must be submitted by noon on the Thursday before. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time, or the visit will be cancelled. Visitation is closed during specific short periods each day and after 5:30 p.m. Call the Video Visitation line for more details.

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Quick Facts

  • All personal visits are video visits held at the Winnebago County Justice Center video visitation room at 650 West State Street, Rockford, IL.
  • Visits occur during weekend daytime hours (Saturday–Sunday) and are booked within a weekly visit period.
  • Each visit is limited to 15 minutes and to one adult per visit for both general population and segregation inmates.
  • Visit requests must be submitted by noon on the Thursday prior and must be arranged by the inmate.
  • Visitors must provide proper identification and report at least 15 minutes before the scheduled visit or the visit will be cancelled.

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Visitation

How to Visit Winnebago County Jail, IL (IL)

Visiting someone at Winnebago County Jail is straightforward once you know the schedule and check-in rules. Here are the key details for planning a weekend video visit at the Justice Center.

Common Questions

When can I visit someone at Winnebago County Jail?

Personal visits are video-only and are scheduled for weekend daytime hours (Saturday and Sunday). Visitation is also closed during specific short periods each day and after 5:30 p.m.

How do I schedule a visit at Winnebago County Jail?

Visits must be arranged by the inmate, with requests submitted by noon on the Thursday before the visit. For additional information, call the Video Visitation line at 815-319-6162.

What ID and arrival rules should visitors follow at Winnebago County Jail?

Bring proper identification and show up at least 15 minutes before your scheduled visit. If you're late, the visit will be cancelled. Expect to be searched on arrival. Refusing a search can result in being turned away.

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How to Contact an Inmate at Winnebago County Jail, IL (IL)

Staying in contact with someone at Winnebago County Jail comes down to three options: scheduled video visits, phone calls, and mail. Here's how each one works, and what you need to do upfront so you don't get turned away or delayed.

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