VISITING INFORMATION

The Administration of Louisiana State Penitentiary views visiting as a vital aspect of the inmate's rehabilitation process.  This connection to family and friends allows the inmate to make a smooth transition to prison life and help him adapt to society and family life if ever released back into society.

WHO CAN VISIT

Upon his arrival at Angola, an inmate must submit a list of individuals with whom he would like to visit.  Once this list is approved, only the visitors who appear on the inmate's current approved visiting list can visit.  Children under the age of 15 can visit but must be accompanied at all times by an adult listed on the inmate's approved visiting list.

VISITING DAYS/HOURS

Visiting days are Wednesday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.  Visitors should plan their arrival prior to 1:30 p.m. at which time the visiting bus makes its final departure to the visiting  area(s).  Please note that on the rare occasion when there are five Sundays in the month, there is no visiting on that Saturday or Sunday.

LENGTH OF VISIT

Inmates assigned to non-restricted areas are granted a four-hour visiting period on weekdays (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) provided that there is sufficient space and staff availability.  Inmates assigned to restricted areas are granted a two-hour visiting period.  All inmates are granted a two-hour visiting period on Saturday and Sunday.

NUMBER OF VISITORS

An inmate is allowed ten (10) approved visitors plus one (1) religious advisor on his list.  Each visitor on the approved visiting list will be permitted to visit twice a month.

IDENTIFICATION

All approved visitors must have in their possession a picture ID (valid state issued driver's license or state issued ID card obtained through the Department of Motor Vehicles).

OTHER ACCEPTED FORMS OF PICTURED ID

Passport, Military, Law Enforcement, College/University.