Dress code and contact rules for prison visits

At facilities within the Arizona Department of Corrections in Tucson, visitation rules can vary slightly depending on the specific unit and custody level, but there are general guidelines that apply across most locations.

Dress code:
You will need to follow a conservative dress code. Typical restrictions include:

• No revealing clothing such as low-cut tops, short skirts, or short shorts
• No see-through or tight-fitting outfits
• No clothing with offensive language or images
• No items that resemble inmate or staff uniforms

If your outfit does not meet the rules, you can be denied entry, so it is best to dress modestly and keep it simple.

Contact during visits:
In lower custody or general population settings, inmates are usually allowed:

• One brief hug at the beginning of the visit
• One brief hug at the end of the visit

During the visit itself, contact is typically limited to holding hands across the table. Higher custody levels may restrict contact further or require non-contact visits behind glass.

Before visiting:

• You must be on his approved visitor list
• You will need to complete and submit a visitation application
• Approval can take some time, so plan ahead

Since Tucson has multiple units, it is a good idea to confirm the exact rules for his specific facility before your first visit.