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Allegheny Co Jail-5th Ave Visitation Center

County Jail

Last Updated: March 29,2024


Visitation Hours

Allegheny Co Jail-5th Ave - Visitation

Times and days are subject to change without notice

  • Monday 8:30 am - 4 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 3:30 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 3:30 pm

This facility may also have a video visitation option, please call 412-340-4451, and ask for the "visiting room CO on duty" for more information, alerts, or rule changes.

General Visitation Information

Alleghany County PA Jail - 5th Avenue - Visitation

Scheduling a Visit - When and how often you may visit an inmate depends upon his or her location in the facility. You will need to know the inmate’s location before you can check the schedules and plan your visit.

Visitation Schedules by Pod

*Please note that all visitors need to be registered for their visit in the visit lobby at least 15 minutes before their visits.

Visitor Scheduling and Registration Process

Online Inmate Visitation Scheduler

  • Prior to the date of your visit, you must schedule a specific visit date and time Online, or by phone at 855-208-7349.
  • You must schedule your visit at least 2 days prior to the visit, but not more than 7 days in advance.

Visiting schedules are subject to change or cancellation.
Call 412-350-2000 for the latest information.

The following Pods days and start times are:

Level 1: A, B / Lev 2: A, B, D, E, F

Level 3: A, B, C, D, E, F /

Lev 4: A, B, C, D, F

Level 5: F / Lev 6: D, E, /

Lev 7: D, E, /

Lev 8: D Sunday thru Saturday: 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm

Pod 1C: Juvenile Pod Tuesdays, Thursdays: 2:30-3:30pm, 6:00-7:00pm Saturday, Sunday: 8:00-9:00am, 10:00-11:00am, 1:30- 2:30pm, 2:30-3:30pm, 6:00-7:00pm

Pod 2C (Pod of HOPE) Pod 4E (Pod of HOPE) Sundays: 11:00-12:00Noon, 1:30-2:30pm, 2:30-3:30pm, 3:30-4:30pm, 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm Tuesdays, Thursday: 12:45-1:45pm, 1:45-2:45pm Saturdays: 2:30-3:30pm, 3:30-4:30pm, 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00- 8:00pm

Pod 4F (Female DHU Cells: 201-208; one visit/wk.) Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays: (Pods 201- 208) 8:00-9:00am, 9:00-10:00am, 10:00-11:00am, 11:00-12Noon, 12:45-1:45pm

Pod 5B (Infirmary) (Must be cleared for visits by jail physician in advance) Sundays: 8:00-9:00am, 9:00-I0:00am, 6:00-7:00pm, and 7:00-8:00pm Mondays, Wednesdays: 9:00-10:00am, 10:00-11:00am, 11:00-12Noon, 12:45-1:45pm, I:45-2:45pm, 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00- 8:00pm Visiting hours for

Inmates unable to go up and down stairs: Sundays: 8:00-9:00am, 9:00-10:00am

Mondays, Wednesdays: 9:00-10:00am, 10:00-11:00am, 11:00-12Noon, 12:45-1:45pm, 1:45-2:45pm Males (Evening) Females (Evening) Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Monday, Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00- 8:00pm 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00- 8:00pm

Pods 5C, 5D (Male Mental Health) (must be cleared for visits by jail psychiatrist in advance) Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm NOTE: Pods 5B, 5C, 5D, Protective Custody: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays: 8:15-9:15pm 5 MD Protective custody: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Pod 5E Tuesdays, Thursdays: 12:45-1:45pm, 1:45-2:45pm, 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm Sundays, Fridays: 8:00-9:00am, 9:00-10:00am, 10:00-11:00am, 11:00-12Noon, 12:45-1:45pm, 1:45-2:45pm, 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm

Pod 5MC (Drug & Alcohol Pod) Sundays 1:30-2:30pm, 2:30-3:30pm, 3:30pm-4:30pm Saturdays: 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm

Pod 5MD (Female Mental Health) (Must be cleared for visits by jail psychiatrist in advance) Sundays: 10:00-11:00am, 11:00-12:00pm Mondays, Wednesdays: 6:00-7:00pm, 7:00-8:00pm

Note: Pod 6F Protective Custody: Cells 101-112 and 201-228 Sunday, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursday, Fridays, Saturdays: 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm

Cells 113-126: 8:15-9:15pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun Pod 7-D Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm except cells 119-124, those cells are 8:15- 9:15pm every day of the week

8E – Male DHU (One visit/wk.) Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays: 8:00-9:00am, 9:00-10:00am, 10:00-11:00am, 11:00-12Noon, 12:45-1:45pm Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent or legal guardian for a visit. The person accompanying a child must present evidence that they are the legal guardian, such as a birth certificate or Court documents.

Process for Visitation Friends and family must register their information at the visitors' window in the main lobby of the jail or by calling 412-350-2036. 412-350-2413 once your information is in the system you will book your visit at ALLEGHENYPA.GTLViSITME.COM. Or by calling 1-855-208-7349. Visits must be booked 2 days in advance up to 7 days. Visitors must report into the visiting visit window 15 minutes before their scheduled visit. The visiting week for all inmates begins on Sunday and ends on Saturday. Inmates in general population are permitted two visits per week, but only one visit per day. Inmates in disciplinary housing are permitted one visit per week. For Baby's: You may take a bottle, a small blanket, one diaper, and wipes that can be in a clear baggie, No cases.

Dress appropriately and follow the institution’s dress code which stipulates:

  • Undergarments are required as a condition of any visit
  • Shirt and shoes must be worn at all times
  • Tops must cover the entire trunk of the body
  • Shorts are permitted only if they are modestly cut (no upper thigh or buttocks visible)
  • No coats or jackets that are outerwear (suit jackets and cardigans are permitted)
  • No hooded clothing or headgear unless worn for religious reasons
  • No clothing that is sheer or see-through (mesh) material
  • No muscle shirts, halter tops, crop tops, sleeveless or
  • Strapless shirts/dresses
  • No clothing with excessive pockets, metal, or drawstrings
  • No clothing that displays a gang affiliation or is in any way attributable to gang culture
  • No clothing that is obscene, racist, or displays sexual content
  • No Sleepwear
  • No Uniform of any type
  • NO RED TOPS!!!
  • Ex-Inmates must be out of jail for one full year.

Visiting lobby officers may deny entry into the jail to anyone they deem inappropriately dressed.

  • Arrive unimpaired by the use of alcohol or other drugs. A person suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will not be permitted to visit.
  • Proceed through a metal detecting scan.
  • Produce current photo identification that includes date of birth at the visitor's window.
  • Receive a visitor's pass in exchange for the photo identification. The photo identification is returned at the conclusion of the visit in exchange for the visitor's pass.
  • All contact visitors and other random visitors may be asked to pass through a scanner which detects drugs and drug residue. List of Acceptable Forms of Visitors Identification
  1. Driver's license or ID card issued by a state or outlying possession of the United States provided it contains a photograph and information such as name, date of birth, sex, height, eye color, and address
  2. ID card issued by a federal, state, or local government agency or entity provided it contains a photograph and information such as name, date of birth, sex, height, eye color, and address
  3. U.S. Passport
  4. Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (INS Form N-560 or N-561)
  5. Certificate of Naturalization (INS Form N-550 or N-570)
  6. Alien Registration Receipt Card with photograph
  7. (INS Form I-151 or I-551)
  8. Temporary Resident Card (INS Form I688)

Visiting Inmates at Allegheny County PA Jail - 5th Avenue

All Visitors are subject to search once inside the facility.

The public may visit no more than one time per week, Monday through Saturday at this Pittsburgh PA location. Visitors must sign inat least 15 minutes before their scheduled visits. If you schedule a visit and don't show up or show up late, you will not be allowed to visit the rest of that week, including Saturday. If a visit on Saturday is scheduled, and the visitor does not show up or shows up late, they will not be allowed to visit until the following Saturday. Repeated late arrival or no-show violations may result in longer suspension of visiting privileges. Inmates are allowed no more than one (1) visit per day. Visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian, unless they are visiting a parent. Unaccompanied minors (under age 18) visiting a parent must present a copy of their birth certificate. Children must remain with the parent at all times during the visit. All visitors must have acceptable identification. This includes a drivers license with picture identification, military ID, or other verifiable picture ID. Three (3) pieces of non-picture ID may substitute for picture ID.

No mail or messages for inmates will be accepted. Mail must go through the U.S. Mail. Visitors may only visit the inmate they have signed up to visit. Any visitor who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to visit. Inappropriate behavior, including the use of profanity, will not be permitted. No weapons will be permitted. All other items listed in the jail lobby are prohibited. There is a maximum of four (4) visitors per booth, including children, and the door must remain closed.

All visitors must wear appropriate clothing, including shoes and shirts. Restrictions on attire or appearance include: No miniskirts or similar attire; no low-cut or revealing necklines; no attire with obscene or offensive language; and no persons with a bare midriff will be permitted to visit. Visitors cannot bring items into the visiting area including weapons of any kind, purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, food, drink, gum, baby bottles, pictures, books, toys, writing utensils, strollers or carriers, cell phones, cameras, or any other electronic devices.

Violation of the above restrictions may cause the visit to be cancelled or terminated, and visiting privileges may be suspended by the Allegheny Sheriffs Department. The on-duty supervisor may cancel visits without notice due to circumstances within the jail.

Visitation Rules

County - Rules by type

The Allegheny County PA Jail - 5th Avenue, located in Pittsburgh, PA, plays a crucial role in facilitating successful offender reintegration into the community, a cornerstone of effective crime control strategies. With a focus on rehabilitation and community engagement, the center aims to support individuals as they transition from incarceration back into society. However, this process is governed by a multitude of rules and regulations that visitors must adhere to, ensuring the safety and security of all involved parties.

Visitors to the prison must navigate a complex set of guidelines regarding identification, conduct, and the items they can bring during visits. These rules are in place to maintain order within the facility and to protect both visitors and inmates. For example, visitors are required to present proper forms of identification upon arrival, such as a driver's license or government-issued ID card. This helps to verify their identity and ensure that they are authorized to visit the inmate.

Furthermore, visitors must adhere to strict rules regarding their conduct while inside the facility. Disruptive behavior, the use of loud or obscene language, or engaging in any form of sexual behavior can result in the termination of the visit and may lead to further consequences. Additionally, visitors are prohibited from bringing certain items into the visiting room, including cell phones, cameras, and weapons. These restrictions help to maintain the safety and security of the facility and prevent any unauthorized items from entering the prison.

In addition to these general rules, there are specific guidelines that visitors must follow depending on their circumstances. For example, visitors with children must ensure that they are supervised at all times and that they do not engage in any inappropriate behavior while inside the facility. Likewise, visitors who require medication during their visit must inform the visiting room officer upon arrival and follow the appropriate procedures to ensure that their medication is properly stored and administered.

Another important aspect of visiting a prison is understanding the limitations and restrictions that may apply to certain individuals. For example, individuals who have previously been incarcerated, are currently under probation or parole supervision, or are victims of the inmate are typically not permitted to visit. Likewise, individuals who have had their visiting privileges suspended or who have an active protection from abuse (PFA) order against them are also prohibited from visiting the inmate.

Despite these restrictions, there are procedures in place for individuals who wish to visit an inmate but are not permitted under normal circumstances. Inmates can initiate a request to have a prohibited visitor added to their visiting list, and a recommendation from the inmate's unit team may allow the visitor to be approved by the facility manager or designee. However, reinstatement of visiting privileges is not guaranteed, and individuals whose visiting privileges have been suspended must write to the appropriate facility manager seeking reinstatement.

Upon arrival at the prison, visitors are subject to a thorough screening process to ensure that they do not bring any contraband into the facility. This includes a search of their person, their belongings, and their vehicle. Visitors must also pass through a metal detector and may be subject to additional screening measures, such as drug screenings conducted by dogs or special devices. Failure to pass these screenings can result in the denial of the visit and may lead to further consequences.

Once inside the visiting room, visitors must continue to adhere to the rules and regulations set forth by the prison. This includes refraining from conversing with other inmates or their guests, as well as following any specific instructions given by the visiting room officers. Visitors are also responsible for keeping control of their children and ensuring that they do not engage in any disruptive behavior.

In addition to these general guidelines, there are specific rules that visitors must follow depending on their circumstances. For example, visitors with infants must adhere to guidelines regarding the types and amounts of baby items they can bring into the visiting room. Likewise, visitors who require medication during their visit must inform the visiting room officer upon arrival and follow the appropriate procedures to ensure that their medication is properly stored and administered.

Overall, visiting a prison requires careful adherence to a complex set of rules and regulations designed to maintain order and security within the facility. By understanding and following these guidelines, visitors can help to ensure a safe and positive experience for themselves, the inmates, and the staff.