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Oswego Co Jail Visitation Center

County Jail

Last Updated: April 22,2024


Visitation Hours

Oswego Co Jail - 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
  • All federal holidays

This facility may also have a video visitation option, please call 315-349-3300 for more information, alerts, or scheduling changes.

General Visitation Information

Oswego County NY Correctional Facility - Visitation

VISITING REQUIREMENTS

Visiting Times

Close Custody

  • Wednesday and Saturday ONLY
  • 8:30 am to 9:30 am

All Other Classifications

  • Wednesday through Sunday
  • 8:30 am to 9:30 am
  • 10 am to 11 am
  • 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
  • 2 pm to 3 pm

Schedule a Visit

Seating is limited. To ensure you are able to visit an inmate you must schedule your visit in advance

* To schedule an inmate visit you can call the Jail Receptionist at 315-349-3346 between 8 am and 3:30 pm.

* You may reserve a time several days in advance but, you may only schedule ONE (1) visit at a time.

* If you are unable to keep your scheduled visit, please call the Jail Receptionist to CANCEL.

  • - if you fail to cancel a scheduled visit in advance three (3) times, you will be required to follow the facility's walk-in visitation procedure for the remainder of the inmate's incarceration.

* All visitors must sign in with the receptionist at least 10 minutes prior to visit. If not signed in by this time, your visit will be cancelled.

* Inmates are only allowed one visiting hour per day twice a week.

* Any visitor who is currently on probation or parole must provide written authorization to visit.

PROPER IDENTIFICATION is required for anyone wishing to visit an inmate. Identification is required every time you attend an inmate visit.

The only acceptable types of identification are:

  • State Driver's License
  • Non-Driver's Identification card
  • Military I.D.
  • Other government-issued picture I.D. (local, state or federal)

* Children UNDER the age of 16 need an ORIGINAL birth certificate with an official raised seal.

* NO ONE UNDER THE AGE OF 16 will be permitted to visit unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

* Visitors, ages 16 and 17 must provide an adequate picture I.D. and a juvenile permission form signed by a parent or legal guardian in the presence of an OCSD correction officer or the jail receptionist. Juvenile permission forms may also be completed at home and notarized before a Notary Public.

Visits will NOT be allowed until all paperwork has been properly completed

Juvenile Permission Form

PROPER ATTIRE IS REQUIRED

You MUST wear:

  • A shirt or blouse (NO halter tops, tank, crop or tube tops),
  • Pants/slacks/shorts (NO short-shorts),
  • Dress/skirt (appropriate length required, NO mini-skirts) and,
  • Appropriate footwear (NO shower or beach shoes allowed)

NO PERSONAL PROPERTY may be brought into the visiting area. All coats, jackets, sweaters, hats, pocketbooks, cigarettes, lighters, matches, keys, sharp objects, knives, pens, pencils, baby bottles, etc. MUST be secured in a facility locker at no cost. If you fail to secure any items that are prohibited from being brought into the facility, you may be denied access and could face criminal charges. You will receive a locker token from the jail receptionist in exchange for your photo identification when you sign in. Your identification will be returned upon completion of your visit, in exchange for your locker token.

You will be required to pass through a metal detection device before entering the visitor’s waiting area. If you refuse to do so, you will be denied access to visiting. If you set off the metal detector, you will be asked to check your pockets, remove any items that may set off the alarm and, pass through the metal detector again and, possibly be scanned with a hand-held metal detection device. If you refuse or are unable to successfully pass through the metal detectors without setting off their alarms, you may be denied access to visiting.

NO PERSONAL PROPERTY will be accepted for inmates. All items that are required are either provided by the facility or, can be purchased through the facility commissary.

MONEY will ONLY be accepted Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 3:30 pm or through the U.S. Postal System. We accept money orders, bank checks or cash ONLY. Personal checks WILL NOT be accepted.

FACILITY VISITATION RULES are posted in visitation waiting and in the visiting room. Read and familiarize yourself with these rules. ANY violation of these rules will result in the termination of your visit and, you may also be denied future access.

VISITING RULES and REGULATIONS

  • NO profanity
  • NO yelling or Loud conversations. Respect other peoples privacy
  • NO Visiting between groups
  • NO items will be brought into the Visiting Area
  • NO items will be passed between individuals
  • Once you are seated, you MUST stay seated until your visit is finished
  • If you leave the Visiting Room for any reason, the visit is terminated
  • Any action that is a violation of facility rules and regulations is PROHIBITED
  • A BRIEF kiss will be allowed at the beginning and end of your visit
  • Feet must remain on the floor

INMATES WILL NOT HOLD CHILDREN AT ANY TIME.

ACTIONS THAT ARE NOT DEEMED ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR IN PUBLIC WILL NOT BE TOLERATED IN THE VISITING AREA

ANY VIOLATION OF FACILITY RULES AND REGULATIONS WILL RESULT IN THE TERMINATION OF YOUR VISIT AND/OR A DISCIPLINARY HEARING FOR THE INMATE

Visiting Inmates at Oswego County NY Correctional Facility

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 Oswego NY 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 Oswego Sheriffs Department. The on-duty supervisor may cancel visits without notice due to circumstances within the jail.

Visitation Rules

County - Rules by type

The Oswego County NY Correctional Facility, located in Oswego, NY, 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.