If you are currently on probation and wish to visit or receive phone calls from an inmate housed in the ADC Grimes Unit, you’ll need to obtain specific documentation and permissions from your probation officer to include with your application. Here’s what you generally need and the steps to follow:
1. Obtain Written Permission from Your Probation Officer:
- Approval Letter: You will need an official letter from your probation officer granting you permission to have contact with the inmate. This letter should be on the probation department's official letterhead and include:
- Your full name, date of birth, and probation case number
- A statement clearly indicating that your probation officer is aware of your relationship with the inmate and approves your request to communicate or visit
- Contact information for your probation officer, including their name, phone number, and office address
- Conditions of Probation: The letter should confirm that your probation conditions do not prohibit contact with incarcerated individuals and that this communication or visit will not violate any terms of your probation.
2. Submit the Inmate Visitation or Phone Application:
- Complete the Facility’s Application: Fill out the visitation or phone application form provided by the ADC Grimes Unit, ensuring all information is accurate and complete.
- Attach the Probation Officer's Letter: Include the original or a copy of the approval letter from your probation officer with your application.
3. Additional Requirements:
- Photo Identification: Ensure you have a valid government-issued photo ID ready, as it will be required for the application and any visitation.
- Proof of Relationship: Some facilities may ask for proof of your relationship with the inmate, especially if it’s not immediately clear (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.).
4. Submit the Application for Approval:
- Send to the Facility: Mail or deliver your completed application and probation officer’s letter to the appropriate address for the Grimes Unit visitation office. Confirm the correct submission process and address with the facility.
- Wait for Approval: The review process can take several weeks, so be patient. You may be notified by mail, phone, or email about the status of your application.
Important Tips:
- Communicate with Your Probation Officer: Make sure your probation officer understands why you want to contact or visit the inmate and provide any necessary information about your relationship with the inmate to expedite approval.
- Follow All Rules: Ensure you comply with all the facility’s visitation rules and your probation conditions to avoid jeopardizing your status.
By obtaining the necessary documentation from your probation officer and ensuring that your application is complete, you increase your chances of being approved for phone calls or visitation at the ADC Grimes Unit.