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Times and days are subject to change without notice
This facility may also have a video visitation option, please call 435-656-6600 for more information, alerts, or scheduling changes.
General Visits (via smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc.)
For more information regarding general inmate visitation and phones, please visit gettingout.com or call 1-866-516-0115.
Contact Information:
Clergy Visits (Visitation Request required):
Clergy visits are permitted seven days a week, including holidays. However, the following days and times are recommended in order to minimize wait times:
Monday – Friday
9:00 am – 11:45 am
1:15 pm – 5:15 pm (Except Tuesdays & Fridays)
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Please fill out a Visitation Request and attach your affiliation certification, the inmate you wish to visit, and approximate date and time you are hoping to schedule your visit. Clergy visitors must present documentation of current clergy status prior to receiving approval for a visit. This may be emailed to visiting@washeriff.net or faxed to (435) 656-6666, Attention: Programming Unit.
Please wait to receive a confirmation email before attempting to visit.
Legal Visits (Visitation Request not required):
Legal visits shall not be recorded or subject to auditory supervision.
Staff shall not be present during legal visits unless the legal representative requests the presence of a deputy. However, staff may observe such meetings visually through a window or camera to the extent necessary to maintain security, as long as staff cannot overhear the conversation.
Legal visitation shall be permitted seven days a week, including holidays, for a minimum of eight hours per day on regular business days (Monday through Friday) and a minimum of four hours per day on weekends and holidays.
Prior to each visit, all legal representatives shall be required to provide identification. State bar cards are the preferred forms of identification for legal representatives. Attorneys who are members of state bars that do not provide bar cards are required to present other documentation that verifies bar membership. If such documentation is not readily available to attorneys licensed in a particular state, the person shall be required to indicate where he or she is licensed as an attorney and how that fact may be verified.
Legal representatives and legal assistants shall not be asked to state the legal subject matter of the meeting.
R&RC Mentor Visits (Visitation Request required):
Mentors are volunteers working with the Resource & Reentry Center. While the WCSO does not have involvement in the management or operations of the R&RC, the WCSO does permit Mentors to benefit from additional visitation privileges. Mentors are encouraged to visit outside the regular visitation times and should make arrangements in advance. Arrangements may be made by completing a Visitation Request.
For more information on becoming a R&RC mentor, please visit their website: https://csgjusticecenter.org/nrrc.
Special Visits (Visitation Request required):
Special visits in the barrier room may be considered on a case-by-case basis in order to make accommodations for special situations. To request a special visit, please complete a Visitation Request.
Special Visits may only be requested by the inmate, not by the visitor.
An inmate must be incarcerated for at least 30 days and have no disciplinary action in the last 30 days before any special visits may be granted.
Non Barrier/Mod 2 visits “Contact Visits” (Visitation Request required):
As a general rule, contact visits will not be permitted.
Conjugal visits are not permitted.
All non-barrier mod visits must be pre-approved by the Corrections Chief Deputy. Please submit a Visitation Request.
When a mod visit is permitted, minimal and reasonable physical contact between the inmate and visitor may be permitted (e.g., a greeting handshake, a small kiss, or short hug).
Visitation Regulations:
Violations of visiting rules by visitors may result in warnings, suspension of visiting privileges, permanent revocation of visiting privileges, and/or criminal prosecution.
Visitors for personal, special, and mod visits should be pre-screened and approved prior to any personal visits being allowed. A visitor approval request form may be submitted by either the visitor or the inmate, as long as all the required information is supplied. Visitor approval requests should be submitted at least seven days in advance in order to allow time for the requests to be completely processed. Please submit a Visitation Request.
A visitor may only be on one inmate’s personal visiting list at a time. A visitor may not update this more than once per month. Exceptions may be made when immediate family members are incarcerated (e.g., a mother may be on the approved visiting lists for both of her inmate sons).
A visitor’s approval shall not remain valid for more than one year.
The maximum number of visitors that may visit with an inmate at the same time should not exceed three.
Visitors may not bring animals onto facility grounds, except for service animals accompanying persons with disabilities.
Visitors are not permitted to bring cell phones, purses, bags, food, drinks, recording devices, or any other personal belongings into the visiting booth area.
Visitors under the age of 18 shall not be permitted to visit an inmate without being accompanied and supervised by an adult who is charged with protecting the child’s best interests.
Inmates shall not be allowed to visit with anyone under the age of 18 except for their own children, grandchildren, or siblings.
Inmates will not be permitted to participate in special or mod visits with:
Visitors will not be permitted to pass anything to an inmate. Inmates will not be allowed to pass anything to a visitor. If an exchange of documents or other authorized items needs to take place, a deputy will conduct the transfer.
A visitor may be denied visitation (or have visitation revoked) for reasons including, but not limited to:
Visitors will be required to present identification and register prior to visits. Only valid government-issued photo identification will be accepted.
Visitor Attire:
Visitors may not wear:
Recognized gang “colors” and other gang displays are prohibited.
Clothing and shoes shall be worn at all times.
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 Hurricane UT 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 Washington Sheriffs Department. The on-duty supervisor may cancel visits without notice due to circumstances within the jail.
County - Rules by type
The Washington County UT - Purgatory Correctional Facility, located in Hurricane, UT, 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.