Video Visitation - Information, Schedules, Duration and Cost
In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Desoto County JSCWP uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to 15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Desoto County JSCWP inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 1-877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Online Contact Form for Help.
Desoto County JSCWP Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
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Android app
Visiting Hours in Desoto County JSCWP
The actual visiting hours vary depending on the following factors:
The day of the week.
Where the inmate is housed.
The inmate's sex.
Whether or not it is a Holiday.
Each inmate is allowed one or two visits, ranging from 15 minutes
to one hour in length each week. Inmates with special privileges are
allowed additional visits.
If you are visiting from another state or traveling a great distance, Desoto County JSCWP may allow you an extended visitation. Call 662-429-1470 to ask for special consideration.
Call 662-429-1470 or click here to view normal visiting hours and procedures for scheduling a visit.
Desoto County JSCWP Visitation Application Process
Desoto County JSCWP requires all visitors to be approved by both the inmate and the jail prior to visiting your inmate, even if the visit is a remote video visit.
Incomplete information on any application is cause for denial.
Honesty, especially regarding past criminal convictions, probation etc., is important. These things will most likely show up on a background check, if one is done - which if lied about - will cause visits to be denied.
At Home Video Visitation
Desoto County JSCWP uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation from your home computer or other devices no matter where you are.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
Who can Visit an Inmate at Desoto County JSCWP
Anyone over the age of 18, who isn't on felony probation and can produce a valid government-issued photo ID can be approved to visit an inmate in this jail.
Visitation applicants in De Soto County must sometimes submit to a background check. Those with warrants are denied visitation or if allowed to visit, will be arrested at the jail.
Children under age 18 must be accompanied by the parent or legal guardian.
It is likely that the Desoto County JSCWP will deny visitation to anyone with a past felony conviction regardless of probation/parole status. Call 662-429-1470 prior to arriving for the specific jail guideline regarding your legal status.
If you are a co-defendant with the inmate in a pending case, your visit will be denied.
If you and the inmate are under a court order to have no contact with each other, your visit will be denied.
The Desoto County JSCWP reserves the right to deny any person the right to enter the jail (or take part in remote video visits), and for any reason.
Desoto County JSCWP Visitation Dress Code
The Desoto County JSCWP staff will turn anyone away who is not dressed appropriately for a visit.
The best way to be sure the visit takes place is to dress as if you are meeting someone's grandmother for the first time.
Remote Video visitation is no different. If you are not dressed discretely, your visit will be terminated. Future visits could also be affected.
The following types of clothing are also prohibited:
Visitation Tips and Guidelines
Jail visits are conducted in person behind plexi-glass or remotely, either from home or on-site at Desoto County JSCWP.
All video visits are both monitored in real time and are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and guardians must provide proof of their guardianship.
If you are visiting on-site at the jail, leave all personal belongings, except for your state ID, in your vehicle or in a locker (if one is provided).
At the jail, children must be monitored at all times or jail staff will end the visit early.
Call 662-429-1470 or click here to go to the jail's official website for additional Rules regarding Desoto County JSCWP visitation.