Visiting Information
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Visiting Time: |
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Visiting shall be from 7:30 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and state-recognized holidays. Visitor registration for weekend visitation shall be from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. A visitor shall not be permitted to enter after 10:30 a.m. or exit between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Visitors arriving to the parking lot shall be required to wait in their vehicle until 7:30 a.m. Visitors shall then report to the Staff Canteen across the street from the entrance to the Administration Building and take a number from the number board. Visitors will be processed in numerical order. Once the visitor’s number is displayed on the message board outside the Administration Building, they may report to the Administration Building entrance for processing. All visitors, to include children, will be pat searched by a staff person of the same sex and will be required to process through the metal detector.
Visitor registration for Holiday visitation in the morning session, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., shall be from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. A visitor shall not be permitted to enter after 9:30 a.m. or exit between the hours of 9:00 and 10:00 a.m.
Visitor registration for Holiday visitation in the afternoon session, 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m., shall be from 12:00 Noon to 1:30 p.m. A visitor shall not be permitted to enter after 1:30 p.m. or exit between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
The visitation schedule is rotated on a quarterly basis and is assigned specific visiting days for each inmate based on the last digit of his assigned institutional number. Any inmate whose last digit of his institutional number ends in an even number, including “0”, may visit on one (1) weekend day while an inmate with an institutional number ending in an odd number may visit on the remaining weekend day.
January, February, and March
Saturday: Even Numbers Visit
Sunday: Odd Numbers Visit
April, May, and June
Saturday: Odd Numbers Visit
Sunday: Even Numbers Visit
July, August, and September
Saturday: Even Numbers Visit
Sunday: Odd Numbers Visit
October, November, and December
Saturday: Odd Numbers Visit
Sunday: Even Numbers Visit
An inmate in Meritorious Housing may visit on both weekend days.
Visitors wishing to visit inmates assigned to the Special Management Unit must write for an approved time and be received 5 working days in advance of the visit. The SMU visits will be conducted by close circuit television and be limited to 2 hours.
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Number of Visitors: |
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To accommodate the amount of indoor visiting space at WKCC, each inmate shall receive a maximum of two adult visitors at any one time. There shall be no restrictions on the number of visitors under age 18 provided other regulations regarding children’s entry are met.
The only exceptions to the above shall be if an inmate receives written approval from the Warden or the appropriate Deputy Warden to exceed the two adult visitor limit. Any inmate requesting to exceed the two adult visitor limit shall submit a written request to the Warden or the appropriate Deputy Warden providing the reason for the request, the number of persons requested to visit, relation to the visitors, the date requested, and any other relevant information. All requests for exceptions shall be received no later than one week proceeding the requested visiting day. The Warden or the appropriate Deputy Warden may approve the request, if in his opinion, an exception to the regulation is warranted.
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Visitors Allowed and Excluded: |
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All visitors must be on the inmate’s approved visitation list prior to the day of visitation. It shall be the responsibility of the inmate to ensure all visitors are on the approved list.
Persons under the age of 18 shall not be permitted to visit unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, or by another immediate family member with notarized written parental or guardian approval. The name of the parent, legal guardian or other immediate family member accompanying the child shall be included on the approved visitation list. All children shall visit with the same inmate being visited by the accompanying adult and shall be kept under supervision of the accompanying adult.
Former WKCC staff who does not work for the Department of Corrections shall be allowed to visit only with the written approval of the Warden.
Former inmates of the Kentucky Corrections System shall have written permission from the Warden prior to being allowed to visit, including those inmates who have been discharged from their sentences.
Any visitor who becomes disruptive, allow their children to be disruptive or does not follow visiting guidelines shall be asked to leave, and the visit shall be terminated. The Warden or the appropriate Deputy Warden shall review the situation and shall determine a specific length of time for restricting the visitor.
Visitors whose presence or activities present a threat to the security or orderly operations of the institution or who do not promote the reintegrating of the inmate to the community shall be restricted for a specified amount of time, including those who:
a. Attempt to introduce contraband or dangerous contraband such as alcoholic beverages, drugs, or weapons into the institution. Visitors and inmates shall be prosecuted if found to be in possession of dangerous contraband. The contraband shall be confiscated, and the visitor shall be detained for law enforcement authorities;
b. Have a past record of disruptive conduct while visiting any correctional facility or were directly related to the inmates criminal behavior;
c. May be under the influence of alcohol or non-prescribed or illegal drugs as exhibited by their inappropriate behavior or the odor of an intoxicating beverage;
d. Refuse to submit to a search of their personal property or vehicle or fail to show proper identification;
e. Are currently on parole or probation and do not have written permission to visit from both their probation and parole officer and the warden;
f. Are dressed in an offensive manner or clothing that does not conform to good taste. The shift supervisor shall determine appropriate dress in accordance with WKCC 16-01-01;
g. Present falsified identification or information;
h. Visitors listed on the restricted visiting list for WKCC or any other correctional institution shall be denied visitation privileges at WKCC for the period of the time designated on the list;
i. Visitors denied entry due to improper identification or for other reasons shall be advised of the reason in a polite, but firm manner and shall be directed to leave the institutional grounds.
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Visitor’s Dress Code: |
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In keeping with the institution’s policy of maintaining a healthy, relaxed visiting atmosphere, the adoption of reasonable standards of dress has been established.
1. All visitors shall be expected to dress in appropriate attire while at the institution. If, in the opinion of the admitting officer, the visitor is not properly clothed in accordance with this dress code, the visit shall be denied. Additionally, proper dress shall be maintained throughout the visit.
2. Any modest attire including a dress, skirt, blue jeans, pantsuit, blouse and shirt recommended as appropriate for females. Sundresses shall be allowed but shall have shoulder straps. Shorts shall be allowed but shall not exceed more than six (6) inches above the knee & dress or skirt, and any split, slit, zipper, or buttons thereon, shall not exceed four (4) inches above the knee.
3. Undergarments, including bra and underwear, and pantyhose worn by a female visitor, shall be worn at all times.
4. A halter top, tank top, sleeveless shirts, hot pants, short-shorts, mini-skirt, leggings, spandex or stretch type pants including sweat pants or jogging suits, and see through clothing shall not be allowed. Clothing which does not completely cover the midriff, cleavage, or breasts, shall not be acceptable.
5. A male visitor shall be expected to wear long or short pants and a long or short sleeve shirt. Bermuda shorts shall be permitted provided the shorts do not extend more than (6) inches above the knee. A tank top, cutoffs, muscle shirt, sweatpants, or see through clothing of any type shall be prohibited. Underwear shall be worn.
6. Footwear shall be required at all times.
7. A visitor shall not be allowed to wear clothing, a hat, insignia or emblem that reflects a gang or club that is not recognized by WKCC policies.
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General Rules and Guidelines: |
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Once each adult visitor enters the visiting area, they shall be required to register at the officer’s station prior to visiting an inmate. As part of registration, a specific visiting table or area may be assigned to the inmate and visitor.
A visitor may be assigned a specific table and the inmate may be assigned a specific seat. An inmate shall not return or be permitted to return to a housing unit prior to the termination of a visit. The parent, or guardian, shall be responsible for the direct supervision and conduct of children who are with the visitor.
The inmate shall be responsible for the conduct of his visitor.
Each adult visitor shall be permitted to bring into the institution a maximum of thirty ($30) dollars in denominations no larger than one ($1) dollar bills only for use in the vending machines. Coins are allowed. An additional ten ($10) dollars for each minor shall be permitted for use in the vending machines. Absolutely no money shall be given to or handled by an inmate. An inmate and visitor shall be prohibited from exchanging anything other than an item purchased in the vending machines. Visitors and inmates shall converse using a reasonable voice level. Loud talking, arguing, loud laughing or yelling may result in termination of the visit. An inmate shall not be permitted to take tobacco products to the visiting area. Tobacco products shall not be taken back to the inmate living area from the visiting area.
Sports of any kind shall not be conducted in the visiting area.
If a visitor leaves the visiting area, they will not be permitted to re-enter the institution the same day.
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Items Allowed in Visiting Area: |
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Excluding a coat or jacket as outlined in this policy, personal property items shall be limited to the following:
1. Wedding band (if married) – No other jewelry including ear rings, bracelets, necklaces, and body piercing jewelry, except for an approved medical alert bracelet or necklace.
2. Comb or brush
3. One (1) handkerchief, white only
4. Identification card
5. Vehicle keys
6. Prescription glasses
7. Billfold or change purse (no purses)
If required, prescription medications shall be left in the Control Center in the container the medication was prescribed in. Only the dosage required to be taken while at WKCC is allowed.
The parent or guardian of an infant or small child, in addition to the personal items listed above, shall be permitted the following:
1. Stroller or infant seat
2. Diaper bag including:
a. Clothing – one change per child
b. Diapers six (6)
c. Petroleum, one (1), clear plastic container, only
d. Bottles, clear plastic
e. Formula or drink - Unopened ready mixed or pre-mixed container opened in presence of visiting officials
f. Container – one (1) clear plastic for excess formula, if necessary
g. Wipes – small package
h. Baby blanket – one (1)
i. Pacifier
j. Teething Ring
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