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On-Site Visitation Hours
Visitors must follow the dress code and behavior guidelines whether they are visiting here or from their computer/smartphone. Violations may result in the termination of the visit.
Online Video Visitation
Online visits can be scheduled in advance, allowing remote connection from home or work. Visitors must set up an account and adhere to dress and behavior guidelines. Visits cost a minimum of $0.25 per minute and are monitored for security.
General Information
Visitation hours and policies are subject to change. Call the facility at 603-796-3600 for updates. For more information and to set up an online visitation account.
Visiting times will be available equally to all housing unit inmates.
Visitation will be conducted based on the inmate’s current classification and housing unit assignment. Visiting blocks are as follows for each visiting day:
7:30 am – 8:20 am 12:30 pm – 1:20 pm 7:30 pm – 8:20 pm
8:30 am – 9:20 am 1:30 pm – 2:20 pm 6:30 pm – 7:20 pm
9:30 am – 10:20 am 3:30 pm – 4:20 pm
* This visiting slot is reserved for inmates in programming.
The following is a list, by classification, of the day's visitors are allowed. This list may be modified as the needs of the facility dictates.
A. Minimum Classification: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
B. Medium Classification: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
C. Maximum Classification: Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
D. Protective Custody: Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
E. Disciplinary Detention: Thursday, and Saturday.
Inmates housed in the Disciplinary Detention unit fulfilling punitive sanctions will be limited to professional visits only for the first five (5) days assigned to the unit.
Check-In:
Visitors under the age of 18 will be accompanied by their legal guardian. Proof of legal guardianship must be submitted prior to the visit. A parental consent form may waive this requirement.
Visitors will leave all personal property in their vehicle or a locker located in the Lobby.
Visitors will leave the facility with all personal property. Items left behind will be considered abandoned and disposed of if not claimed within fifteen (15) days.
Visitors will not wear any article of clothing deemed excessively revealing or inappropriate. Visitors will be dressed in an appropriate manner. Visitors wearing inappropriate attire will not be allowed into the facility.
Visitors will successfully pass through the metal detector and/or hand-held wand. Visitors who refuse to or fail to successfully pass through will be subject to delay, additional searches, and/or denial of visit.
Visitors are subject to search or their person, vehicle, and property to the degree necessary to ensure facility security and the prevention of contraband. Failing to submit to this search will result in their inability to enter the facility. No exceptions.
Visitors, including children, must be signed in on the Visitor Sign-In Log located in the Lobby.
All visitors will be signed in by the Lobby Officer and issued a Merrimack County Visitor Badge. The badge shall be displayed at all times.
Professional Visits:
Professional visits, including clergy, attorney, probation, or other law enforcement agencies, may be allowed to visit without being on the inmate’s approved visiting list, provided that individual is not related by blood or marriage.
Visiting exceptions would be during mandatory lockdowns, emergencies, meal time, and when the attorney booth is occupied. The amount of time allotted for professional visits will be regulated by the needs of the department and other professional visitors waiting.
Scheduling:
Inmates must complete a visiting list for approval, identifying no more than ten (10) friends and/or family members he/she wishes to receive visits from. Only those on the approved visiting list will be allowed to visit. Inmates may add or delete individuals from their list at any time.
Weekend inmates, or an inmate serving seven (7) days or less, are not entitled to visiting privileges.
All visits are to be scheduled at least one (1) day in advance. It is the inmate’s responsibility to contact family and friends regarding the date/time of the scheduled visit.
Calls received inquiring about visiting dates/times will not be entertained.
Visitors not on an approved visiting list, arriving unannounced, or do not have proper identification will be denied entry. Visitors arriving late will forfeit the time lost due to their tardiness.
Persons who have been incarcerated within the past twelve (12) months or those who are pending a criminal investigation will be denied visitation unless authorized by the Superintendent. Former inmates may visit within twelve months if they are immediate family and with the prior approval of the Superintendent.
Rules:
Visitors will be removed from a visitor’s list if found bringing in or attempting to bring in any item or article not previously approved by the department.
Visitors will not engage in verbal disputes with staff. All concerns will be addressed to the Shift Supervisor.
Visitors acting inappropriately or thought to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be denied entry or asked to leave.
A maximum of two visitors are allowed at one time, at one visiting block per day. Visitors will remain seated at all times.
Visitors or their children found to be in unauthorized visiting booths or wandering the visiting corridor will be asked to leave.
Visitors are to conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times and properly control their children.
Visitors found purposely damaging, destroying, or defacing County property will be escorted out of the facility and placed on a visitation restriction list. Restitution will be enforced.
Visitors failing to promptly leave County property when directed shall be prosecuted as the law dictates.
Failure to follow these rules will result in the visit ending and may affect visiting privileges.
All Visitors are subject to search once inside the facility.
The public may visit no more than one time per week, Monday through Saturday at this Boscawen NH location. Visitors must sign inat least 15 minutes before their scheduled visits. If you schedule a visit and don't show up or show up late, you will not be allowed to visit the rest of that week, including Saturday. If a visit on Saturday is scheduled, and the visitor does not show up or shows up late, they will not be allowed to visit until the following Saturday. Repeated late arrival or no-show violations may result in longer suspension of visiting privileges. Inmates are allowed no more than one (1) visit per day. Visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian, unless they are visiting a parent. Unaccompanied minors (under age 18) visiting a parent must present a copy of their birth certificate. Children must remain with the parent at all times during the visit. All visitors must have acceptable identification. This includes a drivers license with picture identification, military ID, or other verifiable picture ID. Three (3) pieces of non-picture ID may substitute for picture ID.
No mail or messages for inmates will be accepted. Mail must go through the U.S. Mail. Visitors may only visit the inmate they have signed up to visit. Any visitor who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to visit. Inappropriate behavior, including the use of profanity, will not be permitted. No weapons will be permitted. All other items listed in the jail lobby are prohibited. There is a maximum of four (4) visitors per booth, including children, and the door must remain closed.
All visitors must wear appropriate clothing, including shoes and shirts. Restrictions on attire or appearance include: No miniskirts or similar attire; no low-cut or revealing necklines; no attire with obscene or offensive language; and no persons with a bare midriff will be permitted to visit. Visitors cannot bring items into the visiting area including weapons of any kind, purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, food, drink, gum, baby bottles, pictures, books, toys, writing utensils, strollers or carriers, cell phones, cameras, or any other electronic devices.
Violation of the above restrictions may cause the visit to be cancelled or terminated, and visiting privileges may be suspended by the Merrimack Sheriffs Department. The on-duty supervisor may cancel visits without notice due to circumstances within the jail.
County - Rules by type
The Merrimack County NH Department of Corrections, located in Boscawen, NH, plays a crucial role in facilitating successful offender reintegration into the community, a cornerstone of effective crime control strategies. With a focus on rehabilitation and community engagement, the center aims to support individuals as they transition from incarceration back into society. However, this process is governed by a multitude of rules and regulations that visitors must adhere to, ensuring the safety and security of all involved parties.
Visitors to the prison must navigate a complex set of guidelines regarding identification, conduct, and the items they can bring during visits. These rules are in place to maintain order within the facility and to protect both visitors and inmates. For example, visitors are required to present proper forms of identification upon arrival, such as a driver's license or government-issued ID card. This helps to verify their identity and ensure that they are authorized to visit the inmate.
Furthermore, visitors must adhere to strict rules regarding their conduct while inside the facility. Disruptive behavior, the use of loud or obscene language, or engaging in any form of sexual behavior can result in the termination of the visit and may lead to further consequences. Additionally, visitors are prohibited from bringing certain items into the visiting room, including cell phones, cameras, and weapons. These restrictions help to maintain the safety and security of the facility and prevent any unauthorized items from entering the prison.
In addition to these general rules, there are specific guidelines that visitors must follow depending on their circumstances. For example, visitors with children must ensure that they are supervised at all times and that they do not engage in any inappropriate behavior while inside the facility. Likewise, visitors who require medication during their visit must inform the visiting room officer upon arrival and follow the appropriate procedures to ensure that their medication is properly stored and administered.
Another important aspect of visiting a prison is understanding the limitations and restrictions that may apply to certain individuals. For example, individuals who have previously been incarcerated, are currently under probation or parole supervision, or are victims of the inmate are typically not permitted to visit. Likewise, individuals who have had their visiting privileges suspended or who have an active protection from abuse (PFA) order against them are also prohibited from visiting the inmate.
Despite these restrictions, there are procedures in place for individuals who wish to visit an inmate but are not permitted under normal circumstances. Inmates can initiate a request to have a prohibited visitor added to their visiting list, and a recommendation from the inmate's unit team may allow the visitor to be approved by the facility manager or designee. However, reinstatement of visiting privileges is not guaranteed, and individuals whose visiting privileges have been suspended must write to the appropriate facility manager seeking reinstatement.
Upon arrival at the prison, visitors are subject to a thorough screening process to ensure that they do not bring any contraband into the facility. This includes a search of their person, their belongings, and their vehicle. Visitors must also pass through a metal detector and may be subject to additional screening measures, such as drug screenings conducted by dogs or special devices. Failure to pass these screenings can result in the denial of the visit and may lead to further consequences.
Once inside the visiting room, visitors must continue to adhere to the rules and regulations set forth by the prison. This includes refraining from conversing with other inmates or their guests, as well as following any specific instructions given by the visiting room officers. Visitors are also responsible for keeping control of their children and ensuring that they do not engage in any disruptive behavior.
In addition to these general guidelines, there are specific rules that visitors must follow depending on their circumstances. For example, visitors with infants must adhere to guidelines regarding the types and amounts of baby items they can bring into the visiting room. Likewise, visitors who require medication during their visit must inform the visiting room officer upon arrival and follow the appropriate procedures to ensure that their medication is properly stored and administered.
Overall, visiting a prison requires careful adherence to a complex set of rules and regulations designed to maintain order and security within the facility. By understanding and following these guidelines, visitors can help to ensure a safe and positive experience for themselves, the inmates, and the staff.