ASP Visiting Status - HYBRID VISITING

Avenal State Prison (ASP) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. This model will allow ASP to continue video visitation on SATURDAYS and in-person visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Visiting sessions will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. Visitors are required to arrive at least on hour prior to their scheduled time. It is important to take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. In addition, the use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. ASP will provide water for consumption during the visit. ASP has now implemented the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) systemhttps://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting but will utilize the emailASPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov process for in person visiting. Please review the updated scheduling process on the CDCR web sitewww.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/ - CDCR will be replacing the existing email reservation process with a Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system at all 35 prisons. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page:https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/01/2021

CAC Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

IN-PERSON VISITING:VPASS is no longer being used to schedule contact visits.Email process for in-person visits.CACVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov In-person visitation on SATURDAYS.Visitors are to be scheduled in the order their emails were received.Visitors will not have the option on picking their appointment time.Arrive one hour early for in-person visits.Testing information-Visitors should arrive at least one-hour prior to their scheduled appointment with a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit.Or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. It is highly recommended to have a test completed prior to the visit to ensure a smooth processVisits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements.A brief embrace shall be allowed between visitor and incarcerated individual upon greeting and exiting the visiting room. Visitors and Inmates shall wear a mask. Masks shall be worn at all times during visiting. Mask must cover the nose and mouth.Due to the limited timeframe for visiting, photo ducat program will not be available.The use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. CAC will provide water for consumption during the visit.VIDEO VISITING:Video visits will remain being scheduled through the VSA systemVideo visitation on SUNDAYSVideo visits will still be scheduled by visitors using the new VSA system.Video visits are now one-hour.Buildings on quarantine/isolation that will not have the ability to receive neither video or in-person visits.

Last Updated:
04/12/2021

CCC Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

CCC will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. This model will allow CCC to continue video visitation on SUNDAYS and in-person visitation on SATURDAYS. Facility A is currently on Phase II and will be eligible for in-person visiting. Facilities B, C, and M are in Phase III and are eligible for in-person visiting. Inmates on quarantine or Isolation will not be eligible for in-person or video visitation. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only and available for one approved visitor per inmate. Visiting will be one-hour (1) sessions. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit, or undergo a Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test will be available at the institution prior to the admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff and a negative result will be required. Visitors are required to arrive at least one (1) hour prior to their scheduled visit time. It is important to take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. In addition, the use of the vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. To schedule an In-Person visit please email CCCVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov between Saturday 8a.m. thru Monday 8 a.m. To schedule a Video Visit please continue using the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app. For further details on visitation please refer to https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/ To find a testing site near you please visit Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov)

Last Updated:
04/02/2021

CCI Visiting Status - HYBRID VISITING

California Correctional Institution (CCI) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. This model will allow CCI to continue video visitation on SATURDAYS and in-person visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Visiting sessions will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors are required to provide either a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. Visitors are required to arrive at least on hour prior to their scheduled time. It is important to take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. In addition, the use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. CCI has implemented the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system, https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting, but will use the e-mail CCIVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov process for in-person visiting. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment, can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/01/2021

CHCF Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting Model

CHCF will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model CHCF is currently in Phase 2. As of 4/14/21 - Bldg's B2A, B4A, C3B, D1A, D3A, D3B, D6B, E1C, E1F, E4B are currently unavailable for visiting for this weekend. CHCF will continue video visitation on SUNDAYS and in-person visitation on SATURDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by email request from 8am Saturday to 8am Monday for the following weekend only. Visiting sessions will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/or undergo(POC)rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. A negative result will be required to visit. Visitors are required to arrive one hour prior to their scheduled time. Testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. Vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. CHCF will provide water during the visit. CHCF has implemented the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting but will use the email CHCFVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov process for in person visiting. How to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page:https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

CIM Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

The California Institution for Men (CIM) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. This model will allow CIM to commence in-person visitation on SATURDAYS and video visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Visiting sessions will be one-hour sessions with 30 minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. In addition, the use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. Phase 1 facilities will only be allowed Video Visitation. FACILITY A, B, C, and D are currently in Phase 2/3 and will participate in the Hybrid Visiting schedule. CIM has now implemented the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) systemhttps://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting on Sundays. To schedule an in-person visit for Saturdays email your request to CIMVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov. Request will be reviewed for acceptance a week prior to visiting date from Saturday 0800 am to Monday 0800 am. Please include the inmate’s full name and CDCR number and your full name and ID/DL # as documented in your identification card. Arrive at least one hour prior to the scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken 72 hours prior to the visit. Testing sites can be located on the following page: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov). Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/17/2021

CIW Visiting Status - Video Visits

This location is providing video visiting to allow friends and family to safely connect with incarcerated people. Each incarcerated person is allowed one free 30-minute video visit every 30 days with an approved visitor. All institutions will be following public health protocols while conducting video visitation, including physical distancing and sanitation of each station following a visit. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/05/2021

CMF Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

California Medical Facility (CMF) is currently operating in Phase 2 and will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on SUNDAY April 11, 2021. This model will allow CMF to continue video visitation on SATURDAYS which are now one-hour (1) and in-person on SUNDAYS. Both Video and In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. In-person visiting sessions will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate (NO minors). Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors shall wear a mask which shall be worn at all times during visiting. CMF will provide water for consumption during the visit. Photo ducat program will not be available. Visitors are required to either provide a negative(PCR)COVID-19 test result test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit, or undergo(POC) rapid test prior to admission into the institution. Visitors are required to arrive at least on hour prior to their scheduled time. IT IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED THAT VISITORS TEST PRIOR TO THEIR ARRIVAL.This will alleviate the risk of missing your scheduled visit.There will be no extended time allowed should this occur.The visit will be rescheduled.If your loved one is housed in a quarantine/isolation unit that unit will not have the ability to receive neither video or in-person visits. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov) CMF has now implemented the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting and In-person visiting will utilize the email CMFVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov process.

Last Updated:
04/15/2021

CMC Visiting Status - hybrid

The California Men's Colony is on Phase 2. In-person visiting will begin April 10, 2021. Every Saturday, Video Visits will be available. Video visits will be scheduled using the new VSA system. Each Visitor will be restricted to the time slot assigned to the incarcerated person's current housing. For video visitations, the VSA will be available at 0000 hours Friday through 2359 hours Tuesday for the following weekend. Each incarcerated person is allowed an hour video visit every 30 days with an approved visitor. In-Person Visitation will be available on Sunday. Scheduling will be performed via e-mail submission to CMCVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov. For in-person visitations, reservations will be taken weekly, beginning each Saturday at 0800 hours, through Monday at 0800 hours for visits the following weekend. Emails received outside the timeframe allowed will not be rolled over to the following weekend for review. Instead, a new request must be submitted during the following week reservation timeframe. Not all reservations may be accepted because of space and equipment limitations. Buildings on quarantine/isolation will not have the ability to receive neither video or in-person visits. For in-person visiting, visitors should arrive at least one-hour prior to their scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/. All institutions will be following public health protocols while conducting in-person or video visitation, including physical distancing and sanitation of each station following a visit. Further details can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/01/2021

CRC Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

California Rehabilitation Center (CRC) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. This will allow CRC to have in-person visitation on SATURDAYS and continue video visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Video and in-person Visiting sessions will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Scheduling for in-person visitation will begin one week before the intended visit starting Saturday 8am and closing Monday 8am, utilizing the email process at CRCVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. Visitors are required to arrive at least one hour prior to their scheduled time. Testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. Refer to CDCR website for available testing centers in your area. Currently Facility “A” is in Phase II and facilities “B” ”C” “D” are in Phase III of CDCR’s programming schedule. CRC continues with the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting. Please review the updated scheduling process on the CDCR web sitewww.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/ Further details can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/06/2021

COR Visiting Status - In-Person Visiting

Beginning the weekend of April 10th, 2021 CSP-Corcoran will be providing IN-PERSON Visiting. In person visiting will be on SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS. Visitation will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Appointment requests may be submitted to CORvideovisiting@cdcr.ca.gov beginning Saturday, April 3rd at 8:00 am through Monday, April 5th at 8:00 am and may be scheduled one week in advance. For any future visits you may schedule your visits one week prior beginning Saturday 8:00 am through Monday 8:00 am. Visiting sessions will be one-hour sessions with 30 minutes in between to disinfect. One approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. ALL in person visitors MUST provide a negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result taken no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit or undergo a Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. A negative test is required to continue with your visit. Visitors will be required to arrive at least one hour prior to their scheduled visit time. Vending machines will not be available. A bottle of water will be provided to each visitor and inmate. Inmates that are on quarantine/isolation status will NOT be allowed to participate in visiting. Social distancing will be implemented and procedure masks will be provided to all visitors and inmates. Mask requirements will be enforced. For more information regarding testing sites for COVID-19, see the following weblink: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/. For more information regarding the email process to request a visit, see the following weblink: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/how-to-schedule-a-cdcr-video-visit/.

Last Updated:
04/02/2021

LAC Visiting Status - Video Visiting/ In-Person Visiting

CSP-LAC will be having hybrid visiting. Video Visiting will continue to be scheduled on the VSA system. https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app Video Visiting will take place only on Saturday’s of each month. VPASS will no longer be used. In-Person Visiting will take place only on Sunday’s of each month, start date of April 11th, 2021.To schedule an In-Person Visit will be through the Institutional email: LACVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov Visitors shall be allowed per inmate one- hour Video Visit. One Visitor shall be allowed per inmate for a one-hour In-Person visit (no minors allowed in Phase 2) Must arrive one hour prior to In-Person Visit. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. COVID-19 testing link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ Visitors shall go through the COVID-19 entrance screening process, shall include touchless temperature screening and verbal screening questionnaire. Visitors will be spaced apart from the inmate by a minimum of six feet. Visitors shall be wearing a mask which shall be worn at all times during visiting. Masks must cover the nose and mouth. Vending machines and water fountains will not be available. Photo ducat program will not be available.

Last Updated:
04/08/2021

SAC Visiting Status - In-Person Visiting

Beginning the weekend of April 10th, 2021 CSP Sacramento will be providing IN-PERSON Visiting. In person visiting will be on SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS. Visitation will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY via VSA effective April 16, 2021. You may begin to schedule your own in person visits by claiming your account at cdcr.gtlvisitme.com. Visiting sessions will be one-hour sessions with 30 minutes in between to disinfect. One approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. ALL in person visitors MUST provide a negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit or undergo a Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution, a negative test is required to continue with your visit. Visitors will be required to arrive at least an hour and a half prior to their scheduled visit time. Vending machines will not be available but a bottle of water will be provided to the visitor and inmate. Be advised that inmates that are on quarantine/isolation status will NOT be allowed to participate in visiting. Also, we will be implementing social distancing along with a mask. For more information regarding 0testing sites for COVID-19, see the following weblink: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ for more information regarding the VSA process to request a visit, see the following weblink: cdcr.gtlvisitme.com

Last Updated:
04/15/2021

SOL Visiting Status - Video Visiting/ Hybrid Visiting

CSP-Solano (SOL) will be transitioning to Hybrid Visiting on Sunday, April 11, 2021. Hybrid Visiting will consist of In-Person Visiting occurring every Sunday, and Video Visiting occurring every Saturday. To schedule an In-Person Visit, the visitor will currently be required to schedule it through the Institutional e-mail: SOLVideoVIsiting@cdcr.ca.gov In-Person Visits will be by appointment only and will only be one-hour sessions with 30 minutes in between session to disinfect visiting areas. Visitors are required to arrive at least one hour prior to their scheduled visit. Visitors shall go through the COVID-19 entrance screening process, which shall include touchless temperature screening and verbal screening questionnaire. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit, or undergo a Point of Care rapid (POC) COVID-19 test prior to the admission in the institution. To find a testing site in your county please visit https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/.The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff at the institution, if the visitor is delayed by POC test the visit time will not be extended. Visitors will be spaced apart from the inmate by a minimum of six feet. Visitors shall wear a mask, which must cover the nose and mouth at all times. Only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. The use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. SOL will offer bottled water during the visit. Video Visitation will remain scheduled through the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA).

Last Updated:
04/12/2021

SATF Visiting Status - In Person Update-Phase 2

This location is providing Video Visiting and In Person Visits to allow friends and family to safely connect with incarcerated people. Each incarcerated person is allowed one free one hour video visit with an approved visitor. All institutions will be following public health protocols while conducting video visitation, including physical distancing and sanitation of each station following a visit. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/ CSATF/SP is currently operating under Phase 2 and will reopen in person visits April 10, 2021. CSATF/SP In-Person visits will be conducted on Saturdays and Video Visits will be conducted on Sundays. The following information is outlined to assist with basic Video Visiting and In Person Visiting. Institution’s In-Person visiting scheduling process via email requests to SATFVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov Video visits are now one-hour. Video visits will still be scheduled by visitors using the new VSA system. The following housing will not be allowed Video Visits and/or In Person Visits; Facility C Building 3 & 4, Facility E Building 2, Facility F Building 3 -A and D Sections. All In Person Visitors shall arrive at least one-hour prior to their scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov)

Last Updated:
04/08/2021

CAL Visiting Status - hybrid visiting

UPDATE!! Calipatria State Prison has transitioned to a Hybrid Visiting. Hybrid Visiting will consist of In-Person visit occurring on Saturday, and Video Visiting occurring on Sunday. Effective Friday April 16, 2021 and moving forward, Visitors will now have the ability to schedule their own VIDEO and IN-PERSON VISIT using the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA). For more information regarding the process to request a visit utilizing VSA, see the following weblink: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/how-to-schedule-a-video-visit-using-vsa/ Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. Visitors are required to arrive at least on hour prior to their scheduled time. It is important to take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. Unfortunately there will be no Vending, however water will be provided to visitors and inmates.

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

CEN Visiting Status - Hybrid-Visiting

On April 10th, Centinela State Prison will be providing Hybrid Visiting. In-person visits occur on Saturday and Video Visiting on Sunday. Use the VSA system to schedule Video Visiting. Video Visits will be for 1 hour. Log onto your WebEx invite 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. In-Person Visits will be scheduled via email requests. Please submit your requests to CENVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov. In-Person Visits will be a duration of 1 hour. For in-person visiting it is recommended to arrive to the institution 1 hour prior to your scheduled appointment. COVID-19 Screening will be conducted upon your arrival for your visit. A negative Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) or a negative Point-of-Care (POC) result for COVID-19 test must be taken within 72 hours of your scheduled appointment. *Note- Onsite testing will be available but the process of testing may take up time from your visit. Facility A, D and E are currently on Phase III; Facility B and C are currently on Phase II. Offenders housed in C1, A3, A5, B4 and D5 will not be eligible to receive video or in-person visit. For more information regarding testing sites for COVID-19, see the following weblink: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ For more information regarding the email process to request a visit, see the following weblink: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/how-to-schedule-a-cdcr-video-visit/ For more information regarding the VSA process to request a visit, see the following weblink: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/how-to-schedule-a-video-visit-using-vsa/

Last Updated:
04/09/2021

CCWF Visiting Status - Hybrid Model

Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) is currently operating in Phase II. CCWF will be reopening in-person visiting on April 10, 2021. Visits will continue to be held on weekends and holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (hours may vary). Beginning April 10, 2021, Video Visits will be held on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and in- person visits will be held on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Video visits will continue being scheduled by visitors using the new VSA system. Until the VSA system for in-person visiting is implemented, visitors must request for an in-person visit online at CCWFVideovisiting@cdcr.ca.gov. All in-person visiting requests shall be initiated by the approved visitor, and must be submitted between Saturday 8:00 a.m. and Monday 8:00 a.m. for the following weekend. Please visit https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/visitation-faqs/#in-person for the information to include in your email request. Requests for in-person visits after Monday 8:00 a.m. or after all visiting slots are filled will not be reviewed. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov)

Last Updated:
04/02/2021

CVM Visiting Status - Video Visiting

This location is providing video visiting to allow friends and family to safely connect with incarcerated people. Each incarcerated person is allowed one free 30-minute video visit every 30 days with an approved visitor. All institutions will be following public health protocols while conducting video visitation, including physical distancing and sanitation of each station following a visit. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
12/03/2020

CVSP Visiting Status - Hybrid Video Visiting & In-Person Visiting Program

Visitors will now have the ability to schedule their own video AND in-person visits beginning Friday, April 16, 2021 for the weekend of April 24-25, 2021; replacing the email request process. In-Person Visiting will occur each Saturday and Video Visiting will occur each Sunday. In-Person Visiting shall be limited to one visitor per inmate for one hour only (no minors allowed). Inmates assigned to quarantine/isolation units will not have the ability to receive either in-person or video visits. There will be no walk-in appointments. Visitors should arrive at least one-hour prior to their scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours. Visitors can find COVD-19 test site locations by county at https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ For more information on CDCR Visiting, visit https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/for more details.

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

CTF Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

CTF is currently operating in Phase 2 and will be transitioning to Hybrid Visiting starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. CTF will continue video visitation on SATURDAYS and in-person visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Scheduling for In-Person Visits begins on Saturday April 3rd, 2021 at 0800 hours and closes Monday, April 5, 2021 at 0800 hours. For this request email CTFVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov. Video Visiting & In-person Visiting sessions will be 1 hour sessions with a 30 minute session in between to disinfect areas. Only 1 approved visitor will be allowed to schedule a visit per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction(PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. Visitors can find testing locations at https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ Visitors are required to arrive at least 1 hour prior to their scheduled time. Please take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. The use of vending machines & water fountains will not be allowed during the visit therefore water will be provided for consumption during the visit. CDCR replaced the existing email reservation process for Video Visiting with the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system. For more information on the VSA system visit https: //cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app. Buildings on quarantine/isolation will not be eligible to receive video or in-person visits.

Last Updated:
04/02/2021

DMCCF Visiting Status - Video Visiting

This location is providing video visiting to allow friends and family to safely connect with incarcerated people. Each incarcerated person is allowed one free 30-minute video visit every 30 days with an approved visitor. All institutions will be following public health protocols while conducting video visitation, including physical distancing and sanitation of each station following a visit. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
12/03/2020

DVM Visiting Status - Cancelled

As part of CDCRs COVID-19 prevention efforts, the Inmate Visiting Program, including family visiting statewide remains closed until further notice. CDCR recognizes the value of inmate visitation as a means of maintaining family and community ties and preparing inmates for successful release back into society. At this time, CDCR must take extreme precautionary measures in order to protect the health and wellness of all who live, work, and visit within our institutions and make every effort in stopping the spread.

Last Updated:
10/12/2020

DVI Visiting Status - Video Visiting

DVI has transitioned to a Hybrid Visiting Model on Saturday, April 10, 2021. Scheduling for both video and in-person visits will begin on Saturday April 17, 2021 via the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app. This model will allow DVI to continue video visitation on SATURDAYS and in-person visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only, no walk-ins allowed. Visiting sessions will be one-hour (1), with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. The POC test will be conducted by healthcare staff if needed, however supply of rapid tests are limited and a test is not guaranteed. A negative result will be required to visit. DVI HIGHLY recommends that visitors obtain a viral Covid-19 test prior to their visit. Please take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit. All visits will begin at the scheduled appointment time, with NO exceptions. In addition, the use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit.

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

FCRF Visiting Status - Cancelled

As part of CDCRs COVID-19 prevention efforts, the Inmate Visiting Program, including family visiting statewide remains closed until further notice. CDCR recognizes the value of inmate visitation as a means of maintaining family and community ties and preparing inmates for successful release back into society. At this time, CDCR must take extreme precautionary measures in order to protect the health and wellness of all who live, work, and visit within our institutions and make every effort in stopping the spread.

Last Updated:
10/12/2020

FSP Visiting Status - Hybrid Visitation

We are currently in Phase 2 institution-wide and will transition to Hybrid Visiting on Saturday, April 10, 2021. In-Person Visiting will occur every Saturday and Video Visiting every Sunday in one-hour time slots. Video Visiting will remain being scheduled through the VSA. Additionally, beginning Friday, April 16, 2021, visitors will now be required to schedule an in-person visit through the VSA (GTL). The visitor will no longer schedule in-person visits through Institutional e-mail. VPASS will no longer be used. In-person visits will be by appointment only, one-hour sessions with 30 minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Visitors are required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72-hours of the visiting appointment. If visitors do not provide proof of a negative test, the Institution will conduct a POC test on-site. The POC test could delay the visitor’s appointment time, and may also result in missing the visit altogether. Visitors are required to arrive at least one hour prior to their scheduled visit. Visitors shall go through the COVID-19 entrance screening process, which will include touchless temperature screening and verbal screening questionnaire. Visitors will be spaced from the inmate by a minimum of six feet. Visitors shall wear a mask, which must cover the nose and mouth at all times. Only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. The use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. FSP will offer water during the visit. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county by clicking on this link Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov)

Last Updated:
04/15/2021

GSM Visiting Status - cancelled

As part of CDCRs COVID-19 prevention efforts, the Inmate Visiting Program, including family visiting statewide remains closed until further notice. CDCR recognizes the value of inmate visitation as a means of maintaining family and community ties and preparing inmates for successful release back into society. At this time, CDCR must take extreme precautionary measures in order to protect the health and wellness of all who live, work, and visit within our institutions and make every effort in stopping the spread.

Last Updated:
10/12/2020

HDSP Visiting Status - in-person

High Desert State Prison (HDSP) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday, April 10, 2021. Video visitation will be on SATURDAYS and in-person visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by VSA system. Visiting sessions will be one-hour sessions with 30 minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visitors are required to either provide a negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit: : https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/, or undergo a Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution. Healthcare staff will conduct the POC test. A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. Visitors are required to arrive at least 90 minutes prior to their scheduled time. It is important to take into account that the onsite testing may affect your scheduled visit. In addition, the use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. HDSP will provide water for consumption during the visit. HDSP has implemented the VSA system: https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app for video visiting and in-person visit. Further details, including how to reserve a visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/. The following HDSP buildings are on quarantine/isolation and/or on MODIFIED PROGRAM and will not be eligible for video visits or in-person visits: Facility C-Building 1 and Facility Z.

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

ISP Visiting Status - Visiting

Ironwood State Prison (ISP) is on a hybrid-visiting schedule. ISP is currently operating in Phase II. Effective 4/16/2021, ISP will be conducting in person visits on Saturday’s only. In-person visits shall consist of one visitor and one inmate for 1 hour. In-person visits will be scheduled via VSA/GTL. VPASS and e-mail will no longer be utilized for scheduling either in-person or video visits. ISP is offering Covid testing for those who need it. There is no guarantee that there will be enough test kits for everyone, so we strongly urge you have your test done prior to the visit. If you require a Covid Test please E-mail our visiting department with your name, the name of the person you are visiting, their CDCR number, your e-mail address and phone number, to the following: ISPVIDEOVISITING@CDCR.CA.GOV no later than Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. In-person visiting hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 2:30p.m. Visitors should arrive at least one-hour prior to their scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: Testing-Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov). Video Visits shall be conducted on Sunday’s only and will continue to be scheduled through GTL. Video visits are now one-hour. To ensure that all visitors and inmates are afforded equal opportunity to visit, inmates will have both options available to them, in-person visits and video visits. For further information please visit our website at: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/16/2021

KVSP Visiting Status - KVSP VISITING STATUS - HYBRID VISITING

Kern Valley State Prison (KVSP) is currently operating in Phase 2 and will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10, 2021. This model will allow KVSP to commence with in-person visitation on SATURDAYS and continue video visitation on SUNDAYS. Both Video and In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. To reserve a visiting appointment, go to https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors. CDCR will be replacing the existing email reservation process at KVSP with a Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system. In-person visiting appointments will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between visits to disinfect the visiting area. Only one approved visitor will be allowed per inmate (no minors). Visitors will be allowed on KVSP grounds one (1) hour prior to their visit. Visitors are required to provide printed documentation of a negative COVID-19 test result from a test taken no more than 72 hours prior to the visit. If a visitor does not have a valid COVID-19 test one will be afforded; however, if the visitor’s scheduled visiting time is encroached upon, the visitor will not be allotted extra time for their visit. For more information regarding testing sites for COVID-19, see the following web link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested. Vending machines will not be offered during the visits, but bottle water will be provided. Facilities A, B, C, D, and M visiting rooms will be operational.

Last Updated:
04/08/2021

MCSP Visiting Status - Video and In Person

4-2-2021:MCSP is in Phase II. In-person visiting starts on April 10, 2021 and will continue every Saturday; video visits will continue to be on Sundays and are scheduled through GTL. To schedule an in-person visit, send your request via email to MCSPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov Information required in the email body: inmates name, CDCR number, visitor full name, date of birth, valid ID type and number, relationship to inmate, email address, and phone number. Emails for in-person visiting will be accepted as of Saturday at 8am until Monday at 8am. Video and In-person visits will be one hour long starting April 10, 2021. In-person visitors are required to arrive at least one hour before their scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours of your appointment time. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county at this link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ When arriving at MCSP for your in-person visit, the entrance gate officer will verify you have a scheduled visit for the day. The visitor will go to the COVID-19 screening area, where medical staff will get the visitors temperature and ask several medical screening questions. Medical staff will verify your PCR test results or refer you to the POC testing area. The visitor will remain in their vehicle until the test results are verified and a clearance pass is issued, and the visitor can proceed to visitor processing. The only allowable items to bring to visitor processing and into the institution are a valid picture ID and your screening clearance pass. If the prescreening process intrudes on the scheduled appointment time, visitors will not be allowed to make up the lost time.

Last Updated:
04/02/2021

NKSP Visiting Status - In Person/Video Visits

Beginning Saturday, April 17, 2021 all inmates at North Kern State Prison including Reception Center and Administrative Segregation will be in Phase 2 and will begin in person Visits. In person visits will be on Sundays beginning April 18, 2021 from 0800-1500 hours for all inmates at North Kern State Prison. To schedule an in person visit please email NKSPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov Saturdays from 0800am until Wednesday 0800am. PLEASE arrive at a minimum of 1 hour prior to your scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test taken within 72 hours. If unable to locate a test site please visit https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested to find a local testing site. As of Saturday, April 17, 2021 Video Visits will continue for the entire institution and will now be one (1) hour and only conducted on Saturdays. Video Visits will be scheduled through the Video Scheduling Application(VSA). Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts your visiting appointment time may be adjusted. For further details regarding visiting please visit cdcr.ca.gov/visiting Please note if an inmate is on Quarantine they may not participate in Visiting until they are removed from it. For any questions regarding Visiting Please contact the visiting department at ext. 7030.

Last Updated:
04/16/2021

PBSP Visiting Status - PBSP Video and In-Person Visiting

The following housing units are ineligible to participate in Visiting at this time: A1, A2, B7, C6 and C10. WE DO NOT ACCEPT VPASS. PBSP is currently in Phase II of re-opening. PBSP is now utilizing a Hybrid Visiting Model. This model will allows us to commence VIDEO VISITATION on SATURDAYS and IN-PERSON VISITATION on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Visiting appointments will be one (1) hour sessions for both. To schedule a VIDEO VISIT: utilize the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app. To schedule an IN-PERSON visit: email your request to PBSPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov from Saturday 0800 am to Monday 0800 am for the following Sunday. In-Person visits will be scheduled in the order they are received via email. Visitors will not have the option of picking their appointment time. Only one (1) approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Once a visitor is verified, they will receive a message confirming their appointment date and time. Any housing unit may be placed on quarantine or isolation at any time based on the nature of COVID-19. For In-Person visitation, it is of the UTMOST IMPORTANCE for visitors to arrive at least one (1) hour before their scheduled appointment time with a negative PCR test or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours. The institution will not allow visitors to visit if this requirement is not met. POC TESTS AT THE INSTITUTION ARE NOT GUARANTEED. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations, by county, when clicking on the below link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/. For more information regarding the visiting program, visit our website: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/. Be sure to read the FAQ page. https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/visitation-faqs/

Last Updated:
04/16/2021

PVSP Visiting Status - Video Visiting

Starting April 10, 2021, PVSP will transition to a Hybrid Visiting Model that allows visitors to choose between scheduling an in-person visit OR a video visit. Information for In-Person; In-person visiting will be by appointment only and will take place on Saturday’s only, beginning April 10th. Visits will be one-hour sessions and only ONE approved visitor per inmate to maintain social distancing. Visitors are required to either provide a negative polymerase chain reaction COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test, as negative results will be required to visit. https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ will provide information of free testing sites to the public. Visitors are required to arrive at least ONE hour prior to their scheduled appointment. Please consider processing times and visiting attire guidelines. To schedule an In-Person visit, all requests must be submitted to the following institutional email address: PVSPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov Do NOT use VSA to schedule In-Person visits. Requests can be submitted beginning Saturday at 0800 AM through Monday 0800 AM. Short Term Restricted Housing (STRH) for In-Person non-contact visits will also be scheduled through PVSPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov . Currently, Facility A is now operating in Phase 2 and is a conducting In-Person visits. Please be advised PVSP will be conducting a system upgrade which may cause technical difficulties with Video Visiting on April 18, 2021. Do not use the institutional email to request video visits. Additional information can be found on CDCR's Visitor Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/

Last Updated:
04/17/2021

RJD Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

On April 10, 2021, RJD will be launching Hybrid Visiting. This consists of Video Visitation occurring on Saturday and In-person visiting on Sunday. Video Visiting is now an hour and will continue to be scheduled in the new VSA system. In-person visits will be scheduled via email request on a first come first serve basis by emailing the institutional e-mail address at: RJDVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov In-Person Visits will be a duration of 1 hour. You may begin requests for In-Person Visits beginning Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 8:00 am thru Monday April 5, 2021, 8:00 a.m. For in-person visiting, it is recommended visitors arrive at least 1 hour prior to the scheduled appointment for Covid-19 screening and processing. Visitors are required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72-hours of the visiting appointment. COVID-19 Screenings will include a touchless temperature screening and verbal screening questionnaire. Visitors who do not provide proof of a negative test, the institution will conduct a POC test on-site, which may delay the visitor’s appointment time. Testing locations by county can be found at: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ All COVID-19 protocols will be enforced. Only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visitors shall be at least 6 ft. across from the inmate. Vending machines will not be in use. Facility D Housing Unit 20 is on Quarantine and will not be eligible to receive video or in-person visits. For more information regarding the processes to request an in-person and/or video visit, see the following web link: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/how-to-schedule-a-cdcr-video-visit/. Please note that VPASS will no longer be used.

Last Updated:
04/02/2021

SVSP Visiting Status - Hybrid Visiting

Salinas Valley State Prison (SVSP) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model starting on Saturday April 10th, 2021. This will allow SVSP to have In-Person Visitation on SATURDAYS and continue to have Video Visitation on SUNDAYS. In-Person visitation will be by appointment only. Video and In-Person sessions will be one (1) hour sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Only ONE (1) approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. In- Person visits will be scheduled utilizing the SVSPVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov email. You may begin scheduling for an In- Person visit on Saturday at 8:00am though Monday 8:00am. Video Visits will continue to be scheduled through VSA. ALL in person visitors MUST provide a negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result no longer than 72 hours prior to the visit or undergo a Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution, a negative test is required to continue with your visit. Visitors will be required to arrive at least one hour prior to their scheduled visit time. Vending machines will not be available but a bottle of water will be provided to the visitor and inmate. Be advised that inmates that are on quarantine/isolation status will NOT be allowed to participate in visiting. Also, we will be implementing social distancing along with a mask.Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/. It is important to take into account that testing onsite may affect your scheduled visit therefor it is highly encouraged to get tested outside of the institution.

Last Updated:
04/07/2021

SQ Visiting Status - In-person and Video Visiting

San Quentin Visiting is operating phase 2 now. San Quentin's in-person visiting schedule will begin the weekend of April 10th . San Quentin will be re-opening in-person visits on Sunday, April 11th. Visitors must submit their request for in-person visits by sending an email to SQVideoVisiting@cdcr.ca.gov between Saturday 0800 to Monday 0800 on a first come first serve basis. One visitor per inmate for one hour.Video Visiting will be Saturdays and in-person visiting will be on Sundays. Video visits are now one-hour. Video visits will still be scheduled by visitors using the new VSA system. Buildings on quarantine/isolation that will not have the ability to receive neither video nor in-person visits is as follows: the Adjustment Center (A.C) Visitors should arrive at least one-hour prior to their scheduled appointment with a negative PCR or POC test result from a test taken within 72 hours. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov)

Last Updated:
04/01/2021

Shafter MCCF Visiting Status - Cancelled

As part of CDCRs COVID-19 prevention efforts, the Inmate Visiting Program, including family visiting statewide remains closed until further notice. CDCR recognizes the value of inmate visitation as a means of maintaining family and community ties and preparing inmates for successful release back into society. At this time, CDCR must take extreme precautionary measures in order to protect the health and wellness of all who live, work, and visit within our institutions and make every effort in stopping the spread.

Last Updated:
10/12/2020

SCC Visiting Status - Video Visiting

Starting Friday, April 16, 2021, visitors will now have the ability to schedule their own video and in-person visits through the Global Tel Link (GTL) webpage for Sundays April, 25th. SCC will have in-person visiting, Sundays only and Video Visits on Saturdays only. Visits are for 1 hour only! NO WALK INS! Approved visitors will receive an email reply on Thursday with information on visitation time for Sunday. Visitors will be encouraged to arrive at least one hour prior to your scheduled visit, Visitors must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test, no longer than 72 hours before the visit, or receive a negative rapid test from employee health care staff at the institution. As a reminder, the rapid testing at SCC may delay your access into the visiting room and therefore possibly cut into your visiting time. All visitors are encouraged to find a COVID-19 test site prior to arriving to your visit. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by clicking on this link: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov). If your COVID-19 test results are on your phone, visitors are encouraged to screenshot their results as your cell phone may not get a signal. Our new in-person visiting schedule will be as follows: 0830 am, 1000 am, 1130 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm. Video visits are 1 visit per inmate per visiting day, based on availability. Housing Units on modified program are not eligible for visits. Current modified housing units are as follows Building 3, 6, dorm 14, 16-21, 23, 31, 35, 37-42

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

TaftMCCF Visiting Status - Cancelled

As part of CDCRs COVID-19 prevention efforts, the Inmate Visiting Program, including family visiting statewide remains closed until further notice. CDCR recognizes the value of inmate visitation as a means of maintaining family and community ties and preparing inmates for successful release back into society. At this time, CDCR must take extreme precautionary measures in order to protect the health and wellness of all who live, work, and visit within our institutions and make every effort in stopping the spread.

Last Updated:
10/12/2020

VSP Visiting Status - COVID PHASE 2-HYBRID VISITING

Valley State Prison is implementing a Hybrid Visiting Model; video visiting on Saturdays and in-person visitation on Sundays. Buildings on quarantine/isolation will not have the ability to receive visits. Beginning Friday, April 16, 2021 for the weekend of April 24-25, 2021; visitors will now have the ability to schedule their own video and in-person visits via VSA system. Visiting sessions will be one-hour (1) sessions with thirty (30) minutes in between sessions to disinfect visiting areas. Unfortunately, only one approved visitor will be scheduled per inmate. Visits will be limited capacity to maintain social distancing requirements. Visitors are required to provide a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) COVID-19 test result from a test taken no longer than 72 hours prior to visit. Based on testing availability and the time necessary to process test results on-grounds, CDCR strongly urges visitors to obtain a viral COVID-19 test prior to their visit. The supply of rapid tests is limited and a test is not guaranteed. Visitors will not be allowed into the institution without proof of a negative COVID-19 test. Visitors can find COVID-19 test site locations by county when clicking on this link: Testing - Coronavirus COVID-19 Response (ca.gov).Visitors are required to arrive at least one(1) hour prior to their scheduled time. The use of vending machines will not be allowed during the visit. Further details, including how to reserve Video and In-Person visiting appointment can be found on CDCR’s Visiting Information page: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/visitation-faqs/

Last Updated:
04/14/2021

WSP Visiting Status - Updated Hybrid Visiting

Wasco State Prison-Reception Center (WSP-RC) will be transitioning to a Hybrid Visiting Model. Visitors will now have the ability to schedule their own video AND in-person visits beginning Friday, April 16, 2021 for the weekend of April 24-25, 2021 using the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA). This model will allow WSP to implement in-person visitation on SATURDAYS and video visitation on SUNDAYS only for Facility M. Visitors must arrive at least an hour prior to their scheduled visit. Visiting sessions will be one (1) hour sessions. Only one (1) approved visitor will be allowed. Visiting capacity will be limited to maintain social distancing protocols. Visitors are required to either provide documentation of a negative COVID-19 test result from a test taken no more than 72 hours prior to the visit, or undergo Point of Care (POC) rapid COVID-19 test prior to admission into the institution by WSP-RC healthcare staff. For more information regarding testing sites for COVID-19, see the following web link: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/ . A negative result will be required for the visit to go forward. All other Facilities at WSP-RC will continue to implement the Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA) system for video visits at https://cdcr.gtlvisitme.com/app. Please review the updated scheduling process on the CDCR website at www.cdcr.ca.gov/visitors/. Please note this is subject to change at any time due to ongoing COVID-19 testing. Visitors should check before traveling to ensure the inmate they are visiting is not in a housing unit that is quarantined.

Last Updated:
04/14/2021