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Times and days are subject to change without notice
This facility may also have a video visitation option, please call 269-385-6173, and ask for the "visiting room CO on duty" for more information, alerts, or rule changes.
Visitation with inmates is available at the Visitation Center 1421 Healy St. Visitation Center hours are Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Visitation Center phone number is 269-385-6048. Healy St. is located one block west of Lamont St. There is no inmate visitations at the Sheriff's Office on Lamont St. Remote video visitations are available for selected housing areas of the jail.
There are NO VISITS ON MONDAYS OR THE DAY FOLLOWING A HOLIDAY.
Inmates are 'classified' upon arrival at the jail facility and on a regular basis while incarcerated. The classification level of the inmate will determine how many privileges he/she will receive, including visits, commissary and out of cell recreation. Classification is based on factors to include behavior, current and past charges, criminal history, and medical and mental health issues. Inmates have the opportunity to gain privileges by improving their behavior and conduct. Inmate classifications and visits are as follows:
High Maximum Security: Inmates get NO VISITS.
High Security: Inmates get one free visit per week.
Medium and Minimum Security: Inmates get two free visits per week.
It is the responsibility of the inmate to inform family and friends of their classification and status.
Additional Visits: Inmates are able to receive additional visits for a fee set by Telmate, the visitation vendor. If the inmate is housed in a selected area of the jail, inmates can receive remote video visits, similar to 'Skype', through a monitor in their cell area, also at a fee determined by Telmate. See "online via Telmate (fee-based)" below for further information on using remote or 'Skype' visitation.
****Visitors may visit with the inmates using the following methods****
Onsite personal visits are held at the Visitation Center Tuesday through Friday at 9:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
Visits must be scheduled by 10:00 pm of the day before the intended visit.
You may register for visits at any time online by going to the gettingout.com website. If you use an internet device to schedule your visit, you must first have your identification verified on a Telmate kiosk. Telmate kiosks are available for registering at the Healy St Visitation Center during business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and at the Sheriff's Office lobby 1500 Lamont St. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All visits must be scheduled by 10:00 p.m. of the day before the intended visit. Deposits for visitation and phone usage must be made by using only the Telmate kiosk. The Telmate kiosks accept cash, debit cards and credit cards.
A valid government picture identification (ex: Driver's license, State ID Card, or Kalamazoo County ID) with your current and correct address must be presented to sign up for a visit.
Visits are first come, first served.
The Sheriff's Office may cancel your visit if the inmate is on recreation, in school or participating in another inmate program. Visitors will be notified and asked to reschedule their visit. Inmate workers are not allowed visits while they are working.
If you are on Parole or Probation you are not allowed to visit. If you were recently incarcerated in the Kalamazoo County Jail, you must wait 30 days before you can visit. Violators will be reported to your Probation/Parole agent and your visitation privilege will be revoked.
Cell phones are not to be used in the Visitation Center lobby or visitation rooms.
No written communication between the visitor and the inmate is allowed for any reason.
Inmate visitors will be dressed in a socially acceptable manner. Clothing must not be sexually suggestive or revealing in any manner. Gang clothing or insignias are banned.
Display of nudity, partial nudity, drug use, threatening language, gang symbols or anything similar is expressly prohibited at the Visitation Center.
All social visits are subject to recording and monitoring.
No Children under the age of 12 are allowed in the visitation room. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult while at the Visitation Center. Any children left unattended will result in immediate termination of the visit. Parents or Legal Guardian must show proof of age (Birth Certificate). Legal Guardians must show Court documents proving guardianship.
No food or drink is permitted in the Visitation Center.
Absolutely NO PICTURES OR VIDEO may be taken while in the Visitation Center. Anyone violating this rule will be permanently banned from all visits. The phone or camera will be confiscated until the picture is proven to be deleted.
Proper conduct must be maintained while at the Visitation Center at all times or your visit privilege will be cancelled.
A violation of any rule, dress code, or code of conduct will result in termination of the visit and termination of all visitation privileges.
Business Visiting Hours - Attorneys, Probation and Parole Officers, registered Clergy, Social Workers, Mental Health caseworkers and Bondsmen may visit Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office has expanded its inmate visitation options with the addition of remote, or 'Skype', video visitation through Telmate. Video visitation allows for more inmate visits with family and friends without the need to travel to the Visitation Center.
Remote video visits may be conducted from any computer with high-speed internet, a webcam, microphone and speakers. There is no limit to the number of remote visits, and they are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Video visits are currently available for $0.25 per minute with each visit being in 30-minute blocks of time ($7.50 per visitation session).
You may register for a visit online at gettingout.com or use a Telmate kiosk located at the Healy St Visitation Center during business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or at the Sheriff's Office lobby 1500 Lamont St 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All visits must be scheduled by 10:00 p.m. of the day before the intended visit. Deposits for visitation and phone usage must be made by using only the Telmate kiosk. The Telmate kiosks accept cash, debit cards and credit cards. If you use an internet device to schedule your visit, you must first have your identification verified on a Telmate kiosk.
Available visiting times and privilege may vary throughout the jail facility depending on classification and the housing unit. Not all housing units are eligible for remote video visitations. It is the inmate's responsibility to inform family and friends of their classification and status.
To cancel a remote video visit, go to gettingout.com or use the link in your confirmation email.
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 Kalamazoo MI 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 Kalamazoo Sheriffs Department. The on-duty supervisor may cancel visits without notice due to circumstances within the jail.
County - Rules by type
The Kalamazoo County MI Jail, located in Kalamazoo, MI, 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.