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Visit-day checklist: Wisconsin prisons
What to wear, which ID to bring and what you can carry in, from Wisconsin DOC's official rules. Pick a prison to add its address, phone and hours. Print it or keep it on your phone.
Before visit day
- ☐ Every visitor, including children, must be on the person's approved visitor list. The person in custody mails you a DOC-21AA Visitor Questionnaire; fill it out and mail it back to the institution. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Visitors under 18 must come with an adult who is on the approved list. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Check for lockdowns or cancelled visits: Wisconsin facility status.
What to wear
- ☐ Footwear must always be worn. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Not allowed: Shorts that do not reach fingertip length when the visitor stands with upright posture, arms straight down, fingers extended. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Not allowed: Skirts and dresses that do not reach fingertip length plus 3 inches when the visitor stands with upright posture, arms straight down, fingers extended. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Camisoles and tank tops must be worn under other clothing. (official source) (opens in new tab)
ID to bring
- ☐ Visitors ages 16 or older must provide photo identification. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Visitors who do not possess photo identification (e.g., religious beliefs prohibit being photographed) should contact the institution before visiting. (official source) (opens in new tab)
What you can bring, what stays in the car
- Wisconsin DOC's list of allowed and banned items isn't on the official pages we could read. Check the official visiting page (opens in new tab) or call the prison before you go.
More from Wisconsin DOC on visiting
- ☐ Each facility posts its own visiting hours and how to schedule on its DOC webpage. Schedule in-person visits at least two business days ahead by calling or emailing the facility. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Visitors 16 and older need photo ID. Arrive no more than 15 minutes early. You may bring up to $20; no items for the person in custody. (official source) (opens in new tab)
- ☐ Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility visits are by video only. (official source) (opens in new tab)
Rules can differ by prison and change without notice; the prison's posted rules win. Quoted or summarized from official Wisconsin DOC pages, each linked. Not legal advice. No sponsors or affiliate links. Last checked .
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