Childrens Areas will be open, but physical distancing is encouraged, visitors are encouraged to allow a child to pick out a toy and return to their table rather than remaining in the play area. See Prison & Video Frequently Asked Questions for more information. For infants and children unable to follow the instruction, the parent or approved escort will collect the specimen. Each individual visitor must also complete the Consent to Medical Treatment and Waiver of Liability form. Visitors may request a copy of behavior observation entries from their visitor profile in the statewide visit system via public records request. Infants and children are counted as visitors. If facility resources are available, nursing mothers may be asked to relocate to a non-restroom location identified by facility employees. An inmates minor children donotcountagainst the fourvisitor limit. Tops and dresses that are strapless, tube, or halter style, or that expose the midriff or back. It should be developed collaboratively between the department and the offender and based on an assessment of the offender using a standardized and comprehensive tool to identify the offender's risks and needs. Make sure your visit will be a success by carefully following these four steps. Review all visiting rules, regulations, and procedures before your visit. WebThe individual reentry plan describes actions that should occur to prepare individual offenders for release from prison or jail, specifies the supervision and services they will experience in the community, and describes an offender's eventual discharge to aftercare upon successful completion of supervision. See Family & Friend and Professionals for information that may be applicable to your visit. The affidavit mustinclude the physical description of each proposed visitor. They do not have access to information regarding your application once it has been submitted. Please take the time to review. The Department of Corrections (DOC) recognizes the vital role families play in the reentry process, and will support incarcerated individuals in maintaining ties with family, friends, and the community through personal visits and engagement with community stakeholders and partners. Tobacco and tobacco related products such as cigarettes, lighters, and matches are prohibited from entering into the prison, leave these in your car. English and READ CAREFULLY: All questions MUST be answered. Photos may be taken at the table or at available backdrops in the visit room. For inquiries, please visit us in RAITT 318 during our in-person hours, email us at uwscand@uw.edu or call 206-543-0645. facility webpageor contact the facility directly for further information: Allowed Cell phones, cameras, pagers, recording equipment, and all other electronic devices. The individual reentry plan describes actions that should occur to prepare individual offenders for release from prison or jail, specifies the supervision and services they will experience in the community, and describes an offender's eventual discharge to aftercare upon successful completion of supervision. Any clothing that may have the potential to cause undue attention. Online Services. All positive test results will be reported to the local health jurisdiction and the Washington State Department of Health. (5) "Contraband" means any object or communication the secretary determines shall not be allowed to be: (a) Brought into; (b) possessed while on the grounds of; or (c) sent from any institution under the control of the secretary. Prison & Work Release Visits Prison & Work Release Visitor Applications The Department only accepts electronic visit applications for prison & work release visits. Directional arrows route foot traffic through high volume areas and other strategies may be in place which could cause a delay in movement. DOC Form 21-575 Acknowledgement of Visitor Search Requirements, DOC Policy 100.560 Non-Discrimination & Accessibility for Visitors/Guests with Disabilities, Notice to the Public Concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act (Attachment 1), DOC Policy 450.200 Telephone Use by Offenders, DOC Policy 420.340 Searching and Detaining Facility Visitors, DOC Policy 450.300 Visits for Incarcerated Individuals, Eligibility Requirements for Visitors (Attachment 1), DOC Policy 590.100 Extended Family Visiting, Extended Family Visit (EFV) Allowable Items (Attachment 1), Sex Offenses and Serious Violent Offenses (Attachment 2), DOC Policy 450.310 Visits & Social Outings for Work Release Offenders, DOC Policy 150.100 Public Information and Media Relations, DOC Policy 150.150 Visits & Tours of Department Facilities & Offices, DOC Policy 200.200 Offender Betterment Fund (OBF), DOC Policy 850.030 Relationships/Contacts with Offenders, DOC 20-182 Government Designated Escort Application, DOC 20-438 Approval for Visitation with Multiple Offenders, DOC Form 20-441 Parent/Legal Consent for Minor Visit And/Or Escort, DOC 20-441 Permiso De Los Padres/Guardian Legal Para Visita De Un Menor Y/O Acompanante, DOC 20-450 Approval for Visits by CurrentFormer Employee, Contract Staff, or Volunteer, DOC 21-787 Peticion para una Visita Especial, DOC 05-370 Request for Criminal History Record Information, DOC 20-169 Work Release Visitor & Sponsor Application, DOC 20-169 Reclusorio Nocturno Solicitud para Visitantes y Patrocinadores. All persons aged two years (24 months) and older must wear a DOC issued face mask. (26) "Significant expansion" includes any expansion into a new product line or service to the class I business that results from an increase in benefits provided by the department, including a decrease in labor costs, rent, or utility rates (for water, sewer, electricity, and disposal), an increase in work program space, tax advantages, or other overhead costs. Facility visit guidelines identify the process utilized by the facility to allow for other visitors to be afforded visit privileges. The Washington State Department of Corrections acknowledges that its facilities, offices and operations are on the ancestral lands and customary territories of Indigenous Peoples, Tribes and Nations. All verbal and non-verbal communication with inmates fromoutside the approved visiting area is prohibited. Reasonable efforts will be made to ensure visiting facilities are comfortable, The advanced tools of the editor will direct you through the editable PDF template. Application Assistance. Restroom use is permitted during the visit session. endobj Facilities may provide coloring sheets and small take away crayon packs for children. % Reasonable efforts will be made to ensure visiting facilities are comfortable, pleasant, and permits informal communication and limited, appropriate physical contact. Should any person in a carpool party test positive, visitation will be cancelled for all persons in the carpool for the day. (21) "Privilege" means any goods or services, education or work programs, or earned early release days, the receipt of which are directly linked to an inmate's (a) good conduct; and (b) good performance. People utilizing the game are required to sanitize their hands before and after game use. Below are Department of Corrections (DOC) publications that apply to Visitation. 20-181 Minor Visitor Application If you are not immediately redirected to the form, click this link to access 20-181 Minor Visitor Application. <> Visitors will follow instructions of the staff proctoring the collection. An inmate may have more than 12 visitors on their visiting list with the approval of the institution superintendent or wardenif all visitors on the listare close family members. Due to limited space and availability, special visits will only be considered in very limited, extraordinary cases. The Washington State Department of Corrections manages all state-operated adult prisons, and supervises adult inmates who live in the community. contact other law enforcement agencies or the. It is the AICsresponsibility to notify the visitor of the approval or denial. We may request more background information and possibly All people who test positive for COVID-19 should seek medical care from their personal medical providers. An attempt will be made to prioritize scheduling for those who had an EFV scheduled prior to the suspension of EFVs in 2020. However, if there is little or no information available You you can request a special visit by filling out the. Scandinavian Studies Department Statement Condemning Genocide in Ukraine. For application status information, please contact our staff. The following items are prohibited: Watches. Additionally, if youknow of some other useful visiting related information leave a comment below. Please allow a minimum of eight weeks before inquiring with the Statewide Visit Unit regarding application status. Extended Family Visits (EFV) scheduling resumed on September 1, 2021facilities began to create calendar dates for upcoming EFV opportunities. Please follow staff instructions while waiting for your COVID-19 test result as the process may vary from facility to facility. The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter. It is the inmate's responsibility to obtain and mail the DOC-21AA to a prospective visitor. Below are Department of Corrections (DOC) forms for visiting that may be applicable. Visiting Approval The AIC will be notified in writing if a visitor has been approved and added to their visiting list or denied. All visitors must ensure clothing meets the visiting room guidelines. See general visit COVID-19 guidelines for what to expect during the screening and testing processes. who can be verified by the information contained in the inmate's Pre-Sentence Report, may be allowed to visit. If the incarcerated individual participating in the EFV is on medication/s via pill line, these medications will be brought to the EFV unit to be taken. If the incarcerated individual is incarcerated on a serious violent or sex offense, the EFV Review Committee must review and authorize EFV privileges. The visitor's physician must complete, sign, and return the formvia fax or mail to the institution security director or center superintendent for approval prior to the visitor being allowed entrance. Inmates may hold their own children who are age 5 or under. endobj Salem, OR 97302. WebThe Visiting Application must be submitted in advance to the facility Mailroom or Information Desk where the prisoner is currently housed to allow for review of the Application. Any hard copies of visitor applications received will be rejected. Below are state laws (RCWs) and regulations (WACs) that apply to and/or relate to visits between incarcerated and non-incarcerated persons. Clothing that closely resembles the inmates clothes or the staffs clothes is prohibited. Childrens areas are closed; however, visitors will be able to go with the child to pick out one toy and return to their table during each 3-hour visit period. For information on professional visits, see the, The AICwill be notified in writing if a visitor has been approved and added to their visiting list or denied. Please note visitors whom are 18 years of age and older must present a valid, current photo identification at the time of the visit (i.e., driver's license or state issued identification card, international visitors must present their passport). 20-060 Visitor Application If you are not immediately redirected to the form, click this link to access 20-060 Visitor Application. Incarcerated individuals are responsible for notifying their visitors of transfers. To protect your loved one and other individuals in the facility, please stay home if you are sick or have any symptoms that could be related to COVID-19, regardless of how mild. The advanced tools of the editor will direct you through the editable PDF template. Complete an on-site COVID-19 rapid antigen test prior to the visit commencing and at the conclusion of the visit before departure, regardless of vaccination status. Complete an on-site, day-of-visit COVID-19 rapid antigen test (provided by the facility), regardless of vaccination status. Contact visitation will require, regardless of age, all visitors to: Those who screen out due to active screening or positive rapid antigen test will not be able to participate in visitation. Spandex, Lycra, or other stretch fabrics. For student advising, please email Lauren You can also mail the form to Visiting Services Unit, 3723 Fairview Industrial Dr. Suite 200, Salem, OR 97302. Suspensions may be applied for the visitor(s) and the disciplinary process may be applied for the incarcerated individual. Any violations may cause the visit to be terminated. If you are not immediately redirected, click this link to access the COVID-19 Prison Visit This includes persons carpooling but visiting different incarcerated individuals. endobj The inmate is told when a person is not approved to visit and it is the inmate's responsibility to notify that person. The process for specials visits is at the discretion of the facility superintendent. at that location. Visitors who utilize a wheelchair must use an institution-approved wheelchair. Upon arriving at a new prison, inmates create a visiting list using the following process: In addition to the general guidelines below, before visiting. WebThe individual reentry plan describes actions that should occur to prepare individual offenders for release from prison or jail, specifies the supervision and services they will experience in the community, and describes an offender's eventual discharge to aftercare upon successful completion of supervision. A criminal records check will be completed on all applicants age 15 and over. A visitor's hand may be stamped by security staff and checked when entering and leaving secure areas.Visitors age 16 or older must provide photo identification. WebVisiting areas are intended to be an atmosphere that is appropriate for families and friends of all ages. Visiting rooms, tables, chairs, restrooms and high touch surface areas will be sanitized between visit sessions. If there is a limited area or facility-wide COVID-19 outbreak, EFVs may be suspended for a period of time. Prior to your first visit at any facility, please check with the offender, facility, or at www.doc.wa.gov for Visitors Guidelines. Maintaining your relationship with someone who is incarcerated can be challenging. Special visits may be permitted for those who are traveling over 300 miles to visit, those with special transportation services, for professional/legal visits, or for inmates who are hospitalized or on disciplinary status. (18) "Labor" means the period of time before a birth during which contractions are of sufficient frequency, intensity, and duration to bring about effacement and progressive dilation of the cervix. To determine net competitive advantage, the department of corrections shall review and quantify any expenses unique to operating a for-profit business inside a prison. Corrections is thankful to the Tribes for caring for these lands since time immemorial and honors its ongoing connection to these communities past, present and future. Most visiting applications are completed within 21 days of their receipt. The Visitor Medication Questionnaire is required if you will be bringing life-sustaining medication for yourself, or a minor. Footwear must be worn at all times. Potential visitor completes all remaining form fields. please contact that particular facility. (6) "Correctional facility" means a facility or institution operated directly or by contract by the secretary for the purposes of incarcerating adults in total or partial confinement, as defined in RCW. All persons are subject to search. Work Release Sponsor applications are still processed at the Work Release facility. Restrictions apply equally to men, women, and children. Visitors who are not dressed appropriately may be denied entrance. are not allowed to be worn. (2) "Base level of correctional services" means the minimum level of field services the department of corrections is required by statute to provide for the supervision and monitoring of offenders. See Prison Visits Frequently Asked Questions for more information about visiting a prison facility. Please review the appropriate facility guidelines for more information. WebVisiting Scholar Application | Department of Scandinavian Studies | University of Washington. The appointment request form has been discontinued, see the Prison Visit Programs Elimination of Online Scheduler memo for more details. Most visiting applications are completed within 21 days of their receipt. This is not a complete list of allowed items; visitors should review READ CAREFULLY: All questions MUST be answered. Prison & Work Release Visits Prison & Work Release Visitor Applications The Department only accepts electronic visit applications for prison & work release visits. The Division of Adult Institutions (DAI) encourages visiting opportunities between inmates and approved visitors. (19) "Physical restraint" means the use of any bodily force or physical intervention to control an offender or limit an offender's freedom of movement in a way that does not involve a mechanical restraint. Contact the facility for the exact items they allow. To visit an inmate in prison, minor visitors must have a completed 20-181 minor visitor application. A brief hug at the beginning and again at the end of the visit is permitted. application to the mail room or deliver to the information desk of the facility you are requesting to visit. Visitors and incarcerated individuals will use hand sanitizer before entering and upon exiting the visit room. Enter your official identification and contact details. "Immediate family" includes the immediate family of an inmate who was adopted as a child or an adult, but does not include an inmate adopted by another inmate. about a person, visiting may be denied. Due to the ongoing risk of COVID-19 transmission in congregate living environments such as prisons, additional safety precautions will continue to be required. Vending machines will be available for use by visitors at the direction of facility staff, requiring visitors to wipe down machines at touch points after use. Minor children who have been approved for visitation shall not be counted against the 12 visitor limit until their 18th birthday. Shorts that do not reach fingertip length when the visitor stands with upright posture, arms straight down, fingers extended. WebMinor Children (any child under 18) visiting application: A parent or guardian needs to complete a Form 300-01G Authorization for Minor Child Visitation and mail to the location Find out when you can visit and get directions to the facility. The nasal swab is then placed into a cartridge or the analyzer to be processed depending on the brand of test used. M.A. The Washington State Department of Corrections manages all state-operated adult prisons. WebMinor Children (any child under 18) visiting application: A parent or guardian needs to complete a Form 300-01G Authorization for Minor Child Visitation and mail to the location Up to five approved visitors of any age may visit the incarcerated individual. Loitering in parking lots is prohibited. Loaner clothing is available. (c) Guide an offender from one location to another. An official website of the State of Oregon , Oregon Department of Corrections Prior to your first visit at any facility, please check with the offender, facility, or at www.doc.wa.gov for Visitors Guidelines. Visiting area rules are specified in each facility's visiting information guide.No-Contact Visits Inmates in restrictive housing or under no-contact visiting restrictions may have additional restrictions imposed,such as the required use of audio visual equipment or limits placed uponvisiting hours,length of visits, or thenumber of visitors per visit. Visitors are urged to confirm visit status with the facility prior to traveling to visit. Research shows maintaining strong family ties can have a positive impact on an offender's success in completing treatment and other programs during incarceration, as well as their chances for success after they are released. Minor Children (any child under 18) visiting application: A parent or guardian needs to complete a Form 300-01G Authorization for Minor Child Visitation and mail to the location specified Inmates who have transferred out of A&E status at DCI, MSDF or TCI,or who have been moved to another facility, are allowed up to 12 adults on their visitors list. A lock icon ( ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. A completed WebApplication Assistance. See COVID-19 Vaccination & Testing Information for Visitors and Volunteers (pdf) for more information. You can also mail the form to Visiting Services Unit, 3723 Fairview Industrial Dr. Suite 200, Salem, OR 97302. Per DOC Policy 590.100 Extended Family Visiting, the Extended Family Visit (EFV) Program is for visits in prison facilities between eligible incarcerated individuals and his/her immediate family member(s) in a private housing unit. (28) "Transportation" means the conveying, by any means, of an incarcerated pregnant woman or youth from the correctional facility to another location from the moment she leaves the correctional facility to the time of arrival at the other location, and includes the escorting of the pregnant incarcerated woman or youth from the correctional facility to a transport vehicle and from the vehicle to the other location. See DOC Policy 450.300 Visits for Incarcerated Individuals and the Prison Visits Frequently Asked Questions webpage for more information regarding the Approved Visitor's List. WebUpon arriving at a new prison, inmates create a visiting list using the following process: An inmate is given a Visitor Information Form when he/she arrives at a new facility. Department employees will not collect the nasal specimen. Individuals may only be on one incarcerated individual's Approved Visitor List. Visits may occur on a first come, first served basis. If you need help completing an application to visit an inmate, we encourage you to contact Assisting Families of Inmates (AFOI). DOC Visit Programs are slowly resuming throughout the state. Please note the EFV application process can be lengthy, and additional documentation may be requested. Visiting Approval The AIC will be notified in writing if a visitor has been approved and added to their visiting list or denied. For application status information, please contact our staff. Proposed visitors must return the completed form to the institution for processing. WebVisiting. Below are Department of Corrections (DOC) forms for visiting that may be applicable. Reasonable efforts will be made to ensure visiting facilities are comfortable, pleasant, and Valid Department of Transportation (DMV) photo I.D. DOC-2424Visitor Requesting Accommodations form. Camouflage clothing, and clothes with multiple side pockets/layers of clothing is not allowed. To visit an inmate in prison, visitors must complete and submit the 20-060 Visitor Application. Searches have fully resumed. EFV applications are still being processed. Incarcerated individuals may remove a visitor from their Approved Visitor List, or request to resume visits with the removed visitor. Visitors do not have to stay for the entire visit period but will need to remain patient as facility movement has been impacted by COVID-19 transmission mitigation protocols. (23) "Research-based" means a program or practice that has some research demonstrating effectiveness, but that does not yet meet the standard of evidence-based practices. If you appear to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol you will not be allowed to enter into the visiting area. They do not have access to information regarding your application once it has been submitted. If there is no suitable location for nursing, mothers may nurse in the visit room, provided they maintain reasonable modesty while nursing. The testing process can take up to 35 minutes. WebThe Washington State Department of Corrections manages all state-operated adult prisons. Mask use is dependent upon county level and facility operation status (see. (29) "Unfair competition" means any net competitive advantage that a business may acquire as a result of a correctional industries contract, including labor costs, rent, tax advantages, utility rates (water, sewer, electricity, and disposal), and other overhead costs. 309.08. 1 0 obj Tips on how to complete the MDC visiting app form on the internet: To begin the document, utilize the Fill camp; Sign Online button or tick the preview image of the blank. (how to identify a Oregon.gov website) WebThe Department of Corrections (DOC) recognizes the vital role families play in the reentry process, and will support incarcerated individuals in maintaining ties with family, friends, and the community through personal visits and engagement with community stakeholders and partners. Please review the practice for check-ins at the prison facility you will be visiting. Water will be provided upon request. INCLUDING A SELF-ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE WHEN THE APPLICATION IS RETURNED WILL ENSURE THAT THE PROPOSED VISITOR IS The appointment request form has been discontinued, see the Prison Visit Programs Elimination of Online Scheduler memo for more details. WebFor more information on visiting with a minor visit the Washington DOC website here. Skirts, shorts, and dresses that are above the knee or have a slit above the knee are not allowed. Visitors who test positive for COVID-19 will not be granted access for a period of 20 days unless written medical clearance is given by a medical provider. WebTips on how to complete the MDC visiting app form on the internet: To begin the document, utilize the Fill camp; Sign Online button or tick the preview image of the blank. Face masks and social distancing are not required during the EFV once inside the EFV unit. For inquiries, please visit us in RAITT 318 during our in-person hours, email us at uwscand@uw.edu or call 206-543-0645. READ CAREFULLY: All questions MUST be answered. Restrictions apply equally to men, women, and children. Items that cover the face including hats, scarves, bandanas, etc. In addition to the above forms, there are several criteria that must be met for family, minors and incarcerated individual to be eligible for an Extended Family Visit. All visitors must pass through a metal detector and may be searched. They do not have access to information regarding your application once it has been submitted. WebTips on how to complete the MDC visiting app form on the internet: To begin the document, utilize the Fill camp; Sign Online button or tick the preview image of the blank. Disabled or stalled vehicles must be immediatelyreported to the lobby sergeant. All policy requirements will be in effect. If a visitor is on controlled medication/s held by the facility, this medication will be brought to the EFV unit for the visitor to take them. Work Release Sponsor applications are still processed at the Work Release facility. See the COVID-19 prison visit guidelines, frequently asked questions, and facility visitation status for more information. prohibits delivery of any article to an inmate of a state correctional facility, depositing or concealing an article within the facility or within its boundaries, or receiving an article to convey out of the institution that is contrary to the rules and regulations and without the knowledge or permission of the warden or superintendent. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the UnitedStates. Physical restraint does not include momentary periods of minimal physical restriction by direct person-to-person contact, without the aid of mechanical restraint, accomplished with limited force and designed to: (a) Prevent an offender from completing an act that would result in potential bodily harm to self or others or damage property; (b) Remove a disruptive offender who is unwilling to leave the area voluntarily; or. Animals may not be left unattended in vehicles. How you know Reading materials or other papers, without prior approval. However, prior to staff entering the EFV unit, all individuals participating in the EFV are required to put their masks on. To visit an inmate in prison, minor visitors must have a completed 20-181 minor visitor application. Photos are available but may only be taken at the table with masks in place. You can email the visiting application to the Visitor Services Unit or fax to (503) 373-1173. Corrections is thankful to the Tribes for caring for these lands since time immemorial and honors its ongoing connection to these The Washington State Department of Corrections acknowledges that its facilities, offices and operations are on the ancestral lands and customary territories of Indigenous Peoples, Tribes and Nations. COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required for DOC residents and visitors. ~t^A?T1]?>^WYJe+S^=N09%T0j/+JVe()2'agz:/Q0GDj&9xnIn#F7Ve+qm)1H'k`Klrl>$hi+, BUl}ZK*YFBcky*k@7Wn;wzws;HW0.[Y6t?3yEF]a>1/ROFXfrv?iwsKQiY[`[HjMYmSo>]~7sfa>trolw0QF&,aF zj;oza$?wg|wv@^w/Dn?x;Cb'Z]W@B|(fW^|/db E 6F`ujc8!xtnLgN {Y'MNiFAW~rIHL-+L1ireSdm8^3 ;o|_WfhEfL-.&@}3"!TQwN|Va '$ e'D| (/iOEt`> |AMh;s}7"2 _m g{tS~t:#kJzzgcIhalq&f[}Vw?+vn. Not all facilities have lockers, contact the institution to find out more. Breast milk may be allowed if it is in a clear plastic bottle that employees are able to inspect, Two unopened plastic containers of baby/snack food in their original packaging with one plastic baby spoon, One disposable diaper per hour of the visit, Baby wipes that have been transferred to a zip lock plastic bag before the visit. The number of visits an incarcerated individual may receive during a month may be limited depending on facility operations and volume of visitors. Individuals from one EFV group may not be within 6 feet of EFV participants from other groups within the EFV area. All visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied during visitation by an adult that is on the inmate'sapproved visitors list unless the minor visitor is the legal spouse of the inmate. (14) "Immediate family" means the inmate's children, stepchildren, grandchildren, great grandchildren, parents, stepparents, grandparents, great grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, and a person legally married to or in a state registered domestic partnership with an inmate. x=]s7f7;*WQS_GF[W3C A@|f9__nz>+~}v~o?_Z6on}Ig7oQtRoBOUSTrY+/(/9ylD.I|1hhn3@e)M72^^'^jo&g!> U$PJ-+Os_zE%*RS/oEXv6ER[ij /1Ui|? EFVs were temporarily suspended effective January 4, 2022 (pdf). Please work with the facility EFV scheduler to provide proof of the previously confirmed EFV when rescheduling. These masks are disposable. Please allow for a MINIMUM of EIGHT WEEKS for processing. DOC Visit Programs are slowly resuming throughout the state. Please refer to your facility webpage and visit guidelines for current information. The Washington State Department of Corrections acknowledges that its facilities, offices and operations are on the ancestral lands and customary territories of Indigenous Peoples, Tribes and Nations. Visitors may arrive on-site to the facility 15 minutes prior to the visit session starting. 20-181 Minor Visitor Application If you are not immediately redirected to the form, click this link to access 20-181 Minor Visitor Application. If an incarcerated individual is scheduled for an EFV and their unit is placed in quarantine or isolation, the facility will notify the visitors as soon as they are able (this may not always be possible), and the EFV will be cancelled. The facility will notify the inmate of visitors who have been approved or allow the inmate to check a visitors status through a kiosk,so stay in contact with them to find out your status. <>>> For inquiries, please visit us in RAITT 318 during our in-person hours, email us at uwscand@uw.edu or call 206-543-0645. These protocols are dependent on time, plant layout and other factors, and may look slightly different from facility to facility. Administrative Code Ch. stream 1 0 obj Please refer to your facility webpage and visit guidelines for current information. An individual reentry plan is updated throughout the period of an offender's incarceration and supervision to be relevant to the offender's current needs and risks. <>>> Vehicles must be secured (windows rolled up, doors locked). WebUpon arriving at a new prison, inmates create a visiting list using the following process: An inmate is given a Visitor Information Form when he/she arrives at a new facility. When mask use is required, failure to keep masks in place for the duration of the visit (except when actively drinking), may lead to a suspension of the visitor and/or incarcerated individual from all visit privileges. All clothing must be clean and free of tears rips, and holes. Please refer to your facility webpage and visit guidelines for current information. The visitor application approval process must be completed before an individual is placed on an incarcerated individual's Approved Visitor List. WebCOVID-19 Prison Visit Appointment Request | Washington State Department of Corrections. Failure to follow the dress code will result in a denial of visitation. Potential visitor sends the completed form back to the inmate's address (listed on the form). Applications are generally processed within 30 business days of receipt, though in some cases more time may be needed. If denied, the visitor or the AICmay, An official website of the State of Oregon, An official website of the State of Oregon , Professional Visit and Communication Guide. Metal DetectorsVisitors will be denied entry to the visiting room if they are unable to successfully cleara metal detector withinthree attempts. Footwear must be worn at all times. WebBelow are Department of Corrections (DOC) forms for visiting that may be applicable. You can only visit an inmate if they have placed you on their visiting WebVisiting. endobj (20) "Postpartum recovery" means (a) the entire period a woman or youth is in the hospital, birthing center, or clinic after giving birth and (b) an additional time period, if any, a treating physician determines is necessary for healing after the woman or youth leaves the hospital, birthing center, or clinic. INCLUDING A SELF-ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE WHEN THE APPLICATION IS RETURNED WILL ENSURE THAT THE PROPOSED VISITOR IS To visit an inmate in prison, minor visitors must have a completed 20-181 minor visitor application. If you have a question about visiting an inmate in Washington,or have already visited your inmate and would like to share your experience, please leave us a comment. This includes speaking, waving, and thesounding of horns or blinking of headlights. (7) "County" means a county or combination of counties. Individuals participating in an EFV will not leave the EFV unit area for the duration of the EFV. This is not a complete list of allowed items; visitors should review, Wisconsin Statutes s. 302.095(2) - Delivering Articles to Inmate. Including a self-addressed-stamped envelope when this application is returned will ensure that you receive notification of Vending machines may be available inside the visiting room. You should always call the prison ahead of time to ensure your visit will be permitted. Including a self-addressed-stamped envelope when this application is returned will ensure that you receive notification of your approval or denial to visit. One (1) coat and one (1) pair of gloves pervisitor. In certain circumstances such as when an inmate first enters prison or is transferred to a new prison, a visiting list might not exist yet. If a visitor tests positive for COVID-19 at the end of the EFV, the incarcerated individual will not return to their unit/general poulation as per the WA State DOC COVID-19 Screening, Testing, and Infection Control Guideline (pdf). Prison & Work Release Visits Prison & Work Release Visitor Applications The Department only accepts electronic visit applications for prison & work release visits. site-specificvisiting informationavailableon thefacility webpageor contact the facility directly for further information: Visitor Clothing Visiting areas are intended to be an atmosphere that is appropriate for families and friends of all ages. Inmate completes their portion of the form and mails a copy to each potential visitor. An official website of the State of Oregon Do not mail the application to the prisoner. Hand holding above the table and in plain view and touching of the arm from the wrist to elbow are also permitted. If there are adjacent or combined outdoor EFV areas, only one EFV party can be in the outdoor area at a time. Discover or confirm the whereabouts of the inmate you would like to visit. % Visitors who were in the carpool and tested negative will be able visit after 14 days have elapsed and they have a negative result on their Rapid Antigen Test (given at the facility on the date visitation is to occur). (12) "Good conduct" means compliance with department rules and policies. The appointment request form has been discontinued, see the Prison Visit Programs Elimination of Online Scheduler memo for more details. See Prison Visits Frequently Asked Questions for more information, and DOC Policy 590.100 Extended Family Visiting for complete guidelines. Visitors will be required to socially distance in the designated waiting area or in their personal vehicles until the outcome of the test is known. If shared outside equipment is used during an EFV, individuals will wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after use. If the clothing is tight such asspandex, leggings, tube tops, tank tops, or is sheer or see-through it cannot be worn. endobj WebThe Washington State Department of Corrections manages all state-operated adult prisons. Enter your official identification and contact details. (27) "Superintendent" means the superintendent of a correctional facility under the jurisdiction of the Washington state department of corrections, or his or her designee. Personal wheelchairs are subject to search. Some facilities may require the use of street parking or a parking ramp. Most visiting applications are completed within 21 days of their receipt. The incarcerated individual will not leave the EFV unit until the rapid antigen tests results are available for all visit participants to determine if they can return directly to their unit/general population. If your clothing contains offensive language,images or references to drugs, sex, alcohol or gangsyou will not be allowed to visit. Medically necessary medications, which may includeinhalers, nitroglycerin, epipens, etc. The email is sent to the email provided on your application. Clothing with revealing holes, tears, or slits. (except those identified as a visit supervisor for a, DOC Policy 450.300 Visits for Incarcerated Individuals, Mission Creek Corrections Center for Women, Restrictive Housing Level System Grid (Attachment 2), COVID-19 Vaccination & Testing Information for Visitors and Volunteers, DOC 20-441 Parental/Guardian Consent for Minor Visit And/Or Escort, DOC Policy 590.100 Extended Family Visiting, DOC 21-415 Extended Family Visiting Visitor Acknowledgment, DOC 21-415 Reconocimiento del Visitante para la Visita Familiar Extendida, DOC 20-279 Consent to Medical Treatment & Waiver of Liability, DOC 20-279 Consentimiento Para El Tratamiento Medico & Renuncia De Responsabilidad, DOC 16-102 Visitor Medication Questionnaire, DOC 16-102 Cuestionario Sobre los Medicamentos del Visitante, temporarily suspended effective January 4, 2022, WA State DOC COVID-19 Screening, Testing, and Infection Control Guideline, Prison & Video Frequently Asked Questions, Copyright 2023 Washington State Department of Corrections. For infants and toddlers the following items are allowed and must be stored in a clear plastic bag or container: Two empty, clear plastic bottles that can be filled with water, juice, milk, or formula, One plastic Tupperware-type childs cup with lid, Two unopened plastic containers of formula, juice, or other infant-specific fluids (e.g., Pedialyte). If you need help completing an application to visit an inmate, we encourage you to contact Assisting Families of Inmates (AFOI). The facility will notify the inmate of visitors who have been approved or allow the inmate to check a visitors status through a kiosk, so stay in contact with them to find out your status. WebVisiting areas are intended to be an atmosphere that is appropriate for families and friends of all ages. 20-181 Minor Visitor Application If you are not immediately redirected to the form, click this link to access 20-181 Minor Visitor Application. x}k8?8EAc,Xd$}L&7bI:Itg:") \N,EQ$EQWuUB0QjQMq{w^?=-[,o`xXQ7*>y__bW>-Ouwgjw_=tv?i7g}3Chg4CDYBe,F.u)tgHT)Y)`dE'pe=*BPQwJ1Rm;D Corrections is thankful to the Tribes for caring for these lands since time immemorial and honors its ongoing connection to these communities past, present and future. (10) "Evidence-based" means a program or practice that has had multiple-site random controlled trials across heterogeneous populations demonstrating that the program or practice is effective in reducing recidivism for the population. zeo={\gLBF zPG`@0~|7BO[S-[.VE+?wx-tC J,F!t9[j?R\q_[kC @~O}he`>OjDj^*]SUZF. Visiting areas are intended to be an atmosphere that is appropriate for families and friends of all ages. WebThe Visiting Application must be submitted in advance to the facility Mailroom or Information Desk where the prisoner is currently housed to allow for review of the Application. In addition to what is applicable for all visitors, below are guidelines that apply for friends and family depending on the nature of the visit. Please refer to your facility webpage and visit guidelines for current information. Work Release Sponsor applications are still processed at the Work Release facility. DOC Visit Programs are slowly resuming throughout the state. If you have already submitted an electronic application, please do not submit a paper application unless instructed by visit personnel. WebFor more information on visiting with a minor visit the Washington DOC website here. Refusal to submit to the security screening process, including searches will be cause for the denial of entry and potentially suspension of visitation privileges. Restrictions apply equally to men, women, and children. Socializing with others not in your own visit party may result in termination of the visits of those involved. Agency Directory Upon arriving at a new prison, inmates create a visiting list using the following process: An inmate is given a Visitor Information Form when he/she arrives at a new facility. Potential visitor completes all remaining form fields. The Washington State Department of Corrections acknowledges that its facilities, offices and operations are on the ancestral lands and customary territories of Indigenous Peoples, Tribes and Nations. You should be familiar with all visiting rules, regulations, and procedures before your visit. The Washington State Department of Corrections acknowledges that its facilities, offices and operations are on the ancestral lands and customary territories of Indigenous Peoples, Tribes and Nations. Up to two (2) plastic baby bottles perchild. Therefore, the first step in planning your visit should be to determine where the inmate is currently housed. Unfortunately, visitors who had a confirmed visit session scheduled during a COVID-19 outbreak are not guaranteed a rescheduled EFV in the same month. Thank you! Please allow a minimum of 12 weeks before inquiring about the status of your EFV application. If approved, inmates will be notified that a visitor has been added to their visiting list. Restrictions apply equally to men, women, and children. A brief hug is allowed at the beginning and end of the visit and visitors may continue to hold hands or touch below the elbow on the forearm with hands above the tables. Potential visitor completes all remaining form fields. If at any time during the EFV symptoms potentially related to COVID-19 develop in a visitor or the incarcerated individual, they will be immediately reported by phone to staff who will consult with health services. Please fill out this webform and we will reach out to discuss your visit! (22) "Promising practice" means a practice that presents, based on preliminary information, potential for becoming a research-based or consensus-based practice. endobj If you have already submitted an electronic application, please do not submit a paper application unless instructed by visit personnel. Corrections is committed to mitigating the transmission of COVID-19 in prison populations, so a personal decision to try to mask symptoms in an effort to visit a loved one is dangerous and potentially deadly. The following clothing items are generally not permitted but please consult the visiting policy for the DOC-21AAVisitor Questionnaire must be submitted for all prospective visitors, including minor children. The following items are prohibited: Watches. Learn Studies have shown that offenders who receive more visits, have closer ties to their family, friends and community and are more likely to successfully reintegrate with society once they are released. COVID-19 Prison Visit Appointment Request | Washington State Department of Corrections. Scandinavian Studies Department Statement Condemning Genocide in Ukraine. Visitors are encouragedto read signage on roadways, ramps, and meters to ensure parking restrictions are followed. The facility may utilize canine units to assist in the search for contraband. The Washington State Department of Corrections acknowledges that its facilities, offices and operations are on the ancestral lands and customary territories of Indigenous Peoples, Tribes and Nations. See the Prison Alerts & Notices for information that may impact your travel plans. Visitors may call the facilityto determine if an inmate has any visiting restrictions.Behavior While Visiting Visitors must conduct themselves in an appropriate and courteous manner and must follow all visiting rules at all times. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with the Indigenous populations and communities, and strive to work with our Tribal partners to improve the lives of Indigenous People and non-Indigenous neighbors throughout the state. See the COVID-19 prison visit guidelines, frequently (The document is also available in Spanish: Members of religious groups including clergy, dresses or skirts with a high-cut split in the back, front, or side, clothing that looks like inmate clothing (khaki or green military-type clothing). ItemsThe following items are prohibited atall DAI facilities. (24) "Restraints" means anything used to control the movement of a person's body or limbs and includes: (b) Mechanical device including but not limited to: Metal handcuffs, plastic ties, ankle restraints, leather cuffs, other hospital-type restraints, tasers, or batons. The following items are prohibited: Watches. Minors are those individuals who are under 18 years of age. Having a change of clothes readily available will allow you to quickly change in the event an item of clothing you are wearing is deemed inappropriate. Prior to your first visit at any facility, please check with the offender, facility, or at www.doc.wa.gov for Visitors Guidelines. Some facilities will provide vending machines in the visiting area to purchase items from, contact the facility for specifics. Due to the time required to complete the COVID-19 rapid antigen test before any of the security screening process can commence, visitors will experience shorter visit sessions as testing and in-processing will take up part of the three-hour visit session. Webstandards apply. See the COVID-19 prison visit guidelines, frequently Inmate completes their portion of the form and mails a copy to each potential visitor. To visit an inmate in prison, visitors must complete and submit the 20-060 Visitor Application. After use, the game will be removed from circulation. Visiting Areas Each institution has a designated visiting area. (30) "Vocational training" or "vocational education" means "vocational education" as defined in RCW, (31) "Washington business" means an in-state manufacturer or service provider subject to chapter, (32) "Work programs" means all classes of correctional industries jobs authorized under RCW. Including a self-addressed-stamped envelope when this application is returned will ensure that you receive notification of your approval or denial to visit. To visit an inmate in prison, visitors must complete and submit the 20-060 Visitor Application. If you are not immediately redirected, click this link to access the COVID-19 When the visitor is requesting to visit a different incarcerated individual, the waiting period may be waived if the visitor never visited with the individual whose list they were removed from or if they have not visited in the last 90 days. Scandinavian Studies Department Statement Condemning Genocide in Ukraine. Department of Scandinavian StudiesUniversity of Washington318 Raitt hallBox 353420Seattle, WA 98195-3420, Phone: (206) 543-0645Fax: (206) 685-9173uwscand@uw.edu, PrivacyTermsSite MapAlumni UpdateContact Us. <> (8) "Department" means the department of corrections. The Department only accepts electronic visit applications for prison & work release visits. Participate in active screening prior to the visit, which includes a series of health-related questions and a temperature check. When local county COVID-19 levels are low (green) and COVID-19 activity is minimal at the individual facility the following may occur: When local county COVID-19 levels are moderate (yellow) or high (red) facilities will follow these guidelines along with those identified in the Safe Start plan: Restricted housing will follow DOC 320.255 Restrictive Housing (pdf) policy for scheduling, hours, and will remain non-contact according to Restrictive Housing Level System Grid (Attachment 2) (pdf). If you need assistance with completing an electronic application, please contact the Statewide Visit Unit. Money or other items intended to be given to an inmate. The facility will notify the inmate of visitors who have been approved or allow the inmate to check a visitors status through a kiosk, so stay in contact with them to find out your status. For student advising, please email Lauren Anyone denied visitation must leave facilityproperty immediately; waiting in vehicles or parking lots is not allowed. Visiting. DOC Policy 450.300 Visits for Incarcerated Individuals (pdf) is applicable to all prison visits. DOC 20-441parent/guardian approval for visiting form, Department of Corrections Visitation Policy, The first step in visiting an inmate in Washington is to fill out an, Minors, or anyone under the age of 18 must be on the inmates approved visitors list, be accompanied during their entire visit by a designated escort or parent/legal guardian, a copy of their original birth certificate must be attached to the online visiting application, and. 20-060 Visitor Application If you are not immediately redirected to the form, click this link to access 20-060 Visitor Application. If media personnel would like to tour a prison facility, they should contact the Public Information Officer to coordinate a tour. You can also mail the form to Visiting Services Unit, 3723 Fairview Industrial Dr. Suite 200, Salem, OR 97302. Privileges do not include any goods or services the department is required to provide under the state or federal Constitution or under state or federal law. Any child leaving the visiting area must be accompanied by an adult.Inmates may embrace and kiss visitors at the beginning and end of each visit. Per DOC Policy 450.300 (pdf), a record of each visit is entered into the statewide visit system. (9) "Earned early release" means earned release as authorized by RCW. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for more information about visitor applications. Facilities determine when EFVs begin at their locations. Children 8 years of age and younger are permitted to hug, be held by and/or sit in the laps of parents and approved escorts throughout the visit session as long as there are no prohibitions in place that prevent such contact. Before you can visit you must be placed on the inmate's approved visiting list. Visiting Approval The AIC will be notified in writing if a visitor has been approved and added to their visiting list or denied. Unit area for the duration of the inmate 's responsibility to notify person... 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