Visitation for Inmates

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The Cook County Department of Corrections encourages inmates to maintain ties with their families and friends through regular visits. Family visiting is scheduled to allow access on a regular basis limited only by staff demands and the visiting facilities in the Department.

Requirements for Entry into the Facility

All visitors must be in possession of one valid photo identification including:
- Valid Drivers License or State ID
- U.S. Military Identification Card
- Valid Passport/Visa/Consulate ID
- Valid Alien Registration Card
- Public Aid Photo ID
- Photo School ID

All visitors are subject to search upon entering the Jail.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to, the following:
Alcohol, Electronics, Newspapers/Magazines, Books, Food, Pocket Knives, Cameras, Lighters, Syringes, Cell Phones, Matches, Tobacco Products,
Drinks, Music Players, Tools, Drugs, Nail, Clippers, and Weapons.

VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL CODE 720 ILCS 5/31A IS A FELONY PUNISHABLE
UP TO 12 YEARS IN THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

To find an inmate’s housing location call 773-869-5245 or Click Here

Visitation Schedules

Select a housing facility from the list below:

Division 1 / Division 2 / Division 3 / Division 4 / Division 5 / Division 6 /

Division 8 / Division 9 / Division 10 / Division 11 /

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