Colwell Detention Center is where my husband will be going how long does it take to get approved for visits.

Inmates must go through ADMISSION AND ORIENTATION (A&O) before being able to make phone calls or accept visits. Once the orientation is complete, the inmate can get their phone list approved for outbound calls. Each inmate will typically be interviewed by his Case Manager and Correctional Counselor within the first seven days after commitment to the institution. During your orientation, you will also participate in various lectures, examinations, tests, and interviews. This means that numerous staff members, at one time or another, will participate directly or indirectly in your program development and institution orientation. Interviews will be conducted by staff members, either individually or in a group, and you are encouraged to ask questions.You will be given a case management, social intake, and medical screening at the time of arrival. You will be provided with a copy of the institution’s rules and regulations including information regarding inmate rights and responsibilities. Within the first 30 days of your arrival, you will attend the Admission and Orientation (A&O) Program. While in A&O you will learn about the programs, services, policies, and procedures regarding this facility. You will also hear lectures from the staff regarding their specific programs and departments.