California State Prison, Sacramento Inmate Visitation

How do You Visit an Inmate in the CDCR?

California State Prison, Sacramento Visitation Instructions

In order to visit an inmate in California State Prison, Sacramento you must follow the instrucxtions outlined below:

  • First, you must apply to be approved for a visit by filling out a Visitation Application
  • Once approved, you must schedule a visit at the California State Prison, Sacramento.
  • Make sure you prepare for visit by understanding all of the rules and guidelines.
  • Confirm that California State Prison, Sacramento is allowing visitors on that day. (occasionally prisons go into lockdown and cancel visits for security reasons).
  • California prisons have several types of visits:   Video visits, In-person visits, in-person non-contact visits, family visits, and marriage ceremonies. 

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