Visiting
Visiting is available 7 days a week by reservation only. Reservations can be made by calling 740-382-5781, selection Option #2, during the hours of 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM; by completing the reservation form while on a visit and either mailing the form back or checking with visiting staff at the conclusion of the visit; or by emailing your request to drc.visitationmci@odrc.state.oh.us (please give up to 2 business days for a response).
§ There are two visiting sessions daily. The morning session is from 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM (must enter by 9:30 AM) and the afternoon session is from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (must enter by 2:00 PM).
§ You may schedule one visiting session (morning or afternoon).
§ No holiday visitation.
§ In your visiting request, please include the name of the inmate, the inmate ID number, date requested and names of all approved visitors (up to two including children). Visitors must be ages 12 and older.
§ All adults need a valid state ID or passport. For children, all required paperwork must be presented (birth certificate - Minor Child Authorization Form - Custody Papers, if needed).
§ Visiting hours are subject to change. Please call the institution to verify hours before planning a visit. Visitation will be suspended if Marion County, Ohio is under a Level 3 (Red) or higher public emergency. Levels can be checked at https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/public-health-advisory-system/. We will assist with rescheduling if your visit is cancelled due to public emergency.
Reservations can be made for the next day up to thirty days from today's date. Same day reservations are not permitted and walk-ins are not accepted due to security concerns. All in state/out of state visitors are required to make reservations.