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Southwest Juvenile Hall Visitation Center

County Juvenile

Last Updated: May 08,2024


Visitation Hours

Visitation at the county or regional juvenile facility is restricted to immediate family members only, including mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. The visitation guidelines are stringent, and it is advisable to contact the facility staff to ascertain specific limitations. For information on visitation schedules, visiting room regulations, and other relevant details about your visit, please contact 951-600-6750. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

General Visitation Information

Southwest Juvenile Hall - Visitation

Unit One: Sunday 12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
Unit Two: Saturday 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.
Unit Four: Sunday 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.

Family reunification and maintaining contact shall be provided for all youth while in custody. Youth are entitled to receive regular visitation on a weekly basis as specified for each unit.

Youth shall be allowed to receive regular visits from:
A. Parents/Legal Guardians
B. Grandparents
C. Persons authorized by the Probation Department

Visits are limited to two people from the authorized visiting list at any one time. ALL visitors must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to visiting. Late arrival may result in the visitor’s access being delayed or rescheduled. Visiting sessions will not be extended for late arrivals.

If parents or legal guardians are not available for visitation, a relative over the age of 21 years may be authorized to visit once they have been authorized by the Courts, the Probation Officer, or Administration.

Closed Circuit Television Security System cameras monitor and record all activities and interactions during visiting.

Letters, cards or pictures will NOT be accepted or allowed in during visiting hours. Court ordered visitations will be scheduled through the DO/SPO. They will be conducted either during normal visitation hours or a special visit will be arranged. Parents/legal guardians will need to notify the juvenile facility and make arrangements in advance.

Bringing firearms, explosives, alcoholic beverages, narcotics, and controlled substances into a detention facility is a crime and cause for arrest. Visitors are not to bring anything that is considered contraband. If they are caught bringing in contraband, their visitation will be terminated and they may be arrested and prosecuted. Bringing contraband into a secure juvenile facility is a felony. Welfare and Institutions Code Section 871.5 “… any person who knowingly brings or sends into, or who knowingly assists in bringing into, or sending into any county juvenile hall … any controlled substance, … any firearm, weapon, or explosive of any kind, or any tear gas weapon shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year or by imprisonment in the state prison.”

Visiting Rules:
Visits will be supervised by Probation Corrections Officers. ALL visitors must adhere to the following guidelines:
A. Visitors will be required to present VALID PHOTO ID to the staff at the front door.
B. ONLY – Parents/legal guardians or grandparents and persons authorized by the Probation Department shall be admitted to the visiting area.
C. ONLY - two people from the authorized visiting list are permitted to visit at one time.
D. Visiting days and times are specifically scheduled for each unit. Youth are only permitted to receive visits on the day scheduled for their assigned living unit.
E. Visiting sessions are 2 hours in length - one day per week - no extensions.
F. ALL personal items MUST be secured in the coin operated public lockers.
G. The juvenile facility is not responsible for any lost or stolen items from the public lockers.
H. Visitors will be required to pass through a metal detector before entering the visiting area.
I. Visitors will be scanned with a hand held metal detector. J. Visitors will be asked to empty their pockets.
K. ONLY I.D. and locker keys will be allowed into the facility. NO EXCEPTIONS!
L. Visitors and youth must keep their hands clearly visible at all times.
M. Visitors who appear to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will NOT be admitted.
N. Visitors must adhere to the following dress code: Visitors shall be appropriately attired. No tank tops, muscle shirts, short skirts, or other revealing attire is permitted. Clothing shall not display any gang affiliation, display sexual or lewd comments/pictures, or have the potential for being offensive to others. Visitors failing to dress appropriately and comply with this rule shall be denied access to the facility.
O. Behavior must remain appropriate at all times; absolutely NO profanity, yelling, threatening behavior, etc.
P. A visit may be terminated for inappropriate behavior and is at the discretion of staff/Duty Officer.
Q. Visitors who leave early will not be re-admitted to the visiting area.

~ NO CELL PHONES, FOOD/DRINKS/GUM OR PERSONAL ITEMS OF ANY KIND ~

Special Visits:
Special visits are visits that have been approved by the DO/SPO on days other than regular assigned visiting days. Special visits may include religious volunteers, court ordered family visits, and baby visits. Special visits shall be scheduled with the DO/SPO in advance

Orientation Process:
All incoming youth will be oriented about juvenile facility procedures, rules, behavioral expectations, services and programming. Youth will be given an advisement of rights. The orientation is intended to prevent rule violations and to provide a safe and secure environment for both youth and staff. Accommodations will be made to provide information to youth who are impaired, disabled or do not speak English.

Orientation shall be provided to youth prior to their arrival on a living unit.

Visiting Inmates at Southwest Juvenile Hall

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 Murrieta CA 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 Riverside Sheriffs Department. The on-duty supervisor may cancel visits without notice due to circumstances within the jail.

Visitation Rules

County - Rules by type

The Southwest Juvenile Hall, located in Murrieta, CA, 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.