Centros de detención de ICE en Georgia

Inmates can send and receive electronic messages with individuals on their approved contact list using TRULINCS. For more information, read the FAQs. If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (404) 893-1290. When you call, please have the alien’s biographical information ready, including first, last and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth and country of birth.

Friends and Family Visits Review BOP’s visiting protocols and FCI Atlanta’s hours and information for the most up-to-date information. Attorney Visits Attorneys may visit on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays from 8 a.m. — 3 p.m. without advance notice, and on all other days and times by appointment to ensure that BOP staff are available to facilitate the visit. While an appointment is not required to visit on Saturdays through Tuesdays from 8 a.m. — 3 p.m., attorneys are encouraged to make appointments where possible to ensure a smoother visiting experience. Attorneys must arrive prior to 2 p.m. to be processed inside the institution. Computers are provided in the legal visitation room for reviewing of any legal materials. All information electronic files must be on disk or a thumb USB drive that is "READ ONLY". With the Warden's approval, legal visitors are allowed to bring in a laptop computer only Monday thru Fridays, to review legal discovery materials. If you anticipate bringing a laptop, please note this in the email and submit the request as far in advance as possible. A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment. Legal Calls or Video Teleconferencing To make an appointment for a legal visit email your request to [email protected] at least one business day in advance of the desired visit. In the subject line, please write "Legal visit request for inmate [full name], [BOP Register Number]." In the body of the email, please include the inmate's name and BOP Register Number, the attorney's name, and bar number, in what jurisdiction the attorney is licensed, how that information can be verified, and the attorney's telephone number. To schedule a visit with more than one inmate on the same day, please include each inmate's name and BOP Register Number in the email. Scheduling Legal Calls To schedule a legal telephone call, email your request to [email protected]. In the subject line, please write "Legal call request for inmate [full name], [BOP Register Number]." In the body of the email, please include the inmate's name and BOP Register Number, the attorney's name, and bar number, in what jurisdiction the attorney is licensed, how that information can be verified, the attorney's telephone number, and a preferred date and time for the call. Scheduling Legal Video Conferences All VTC conferences must be on a secure line with a SIP number. Zoom for Government and Webex work well with our current requirements. For security reasons, we are not permitted to use standard Zoom conferences. Legal VTC conferences are scheduled based on the availability of BOP staff to facilitate the conference. To schedule a legal VTC conference, email your request to [email protected]. In the subject line, please write "Legal VTC conference request for inmate [full name], [BOP Register Number]." In the body of the email, please include the inmate's name and BOP Register Number, the attorney's name, and bar number, in what jurisdiction the attorney is licensed, how that information can be verified, the attorney's telephone number, a preferred date and time for the VTC conference, and intended video platform to be used, and the SIP number for the secure line. Electronic Exchange of Legal Documents BOP has specific procedures related to when an individual in custody may receive electronic legal materials from an attorney. You can review the guidance and acceptable formats on BOP’s ediscovery page. Consular Visits Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer for this facility can be reached at (404) 635-5100. Clergy Visits Clergy may visit detainees at any time but must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office. Visiting Restrictions You can only visit a detainee at this facility, if the detainee has placed you on their visitor list and you have been cleared by BOP. The BOP has special rules regarding who can visit, the dress code, the duration of visits, general behavior, and physical contact. Please review BOP: How to visit a federal inmate for general visiting information. Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations) All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.

Letters sent to detainees must include the last four digits of the detainee’s A-number (File Number), plus the sender’s name and address. To enhance the safety of the facility, all incoming mail is subject to screening for contraband. The mail is not read upon opening, only inspected by the delivering officer. Detainees may send mail from the facility. Detainees may seal their outgoing letters and place them in the provided receptacle. All incoming mail will be delivered to the detainee, and outgoing mail will be routed to the proper postal office within 24 hours of receipt by facility staff. A mail pick-up and delivery schedule is posted in all housing units. Detainees are allowed to purchase stamps for use. Generally, there is no limit to the amount of correspondence detainees may send at their own expense. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. Address for writing to a detainee: Inmate Name & Register Number FCI Atlanta FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION P.O. BOX 150160 ATLANTA, GA 30315 When detainees depart the facility or are transferred to another facility, only their legal mail will be forwarded to them. General correspondence will be endorsed "Return to Sender" and returned to the post office. Money is not to be given directly to the detainee. Money can be sent to the detainee by following BOP instructions. If detainees receive funds in the mail, they will be taken to the processing area for the money to be placed into their account. The processing officer will provide a receipt for all funds received. Detainees are cautioned not to have cash sent to them in the mail. A detainee may receive items that are determined to be of necessity for the sole purpose of travel or release from agency custody with approval of the ICE Deportation Officer. Before sending packages to detainees, review the BOP’s instructions for sending items. Note that detainees being removed from the United States are allowed one small piece of luggage. If a detainee does not have such baggage, such luggage can be sent/delivered after receiving approval from Supervisory Deportation Officer. Please be advised that for security reasons, no electronic devices (cell phones, electric razors, laptop computers, radios, etc.) will be accepted.

Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. Money is not to be given directly to the detainee. Money can be sent to the detainee by following BOP instructions. If detainees receive funds in the mail, they will be taken to the processing area for the money to be placed into their account. The processing officer will provide a receipt for all funds received.

If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (912) 496-6242 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. When you call, please have the individual’s biographical information ready, including first, last and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth and country of birth. Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (912) 496-6242 and leave the detainee’s full name, alien registration number and your name and telephone number where you can be reached. The detainee will be given your message. This facility has tablets. You can access information on how to send a non-confidential message at www.gettingout.com.

Friends and Family Visits Detainee visitation is scheduled for Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. Medium High to High classification detainees Saturdays: 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Sundays: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Low to Medium Low classification detainees Saturdays: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays: 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Restricted Housing unit Low-Medium 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) Medium High - High 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) Holiday Schedule will be as follows: Medium High – High 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Low – Medium Low 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Restricted Housing Unit 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. To ensure adequate time to process visitors through security, all visitors must arrive 15 minutes prior to their intended visit. Visitors must present a valid verifiable government-issued identification card to enter the facility. Visits shall be a minimum of 1 hour. Minors who are visiting the facility must be accompanied by an adult guardian (18 years or older). Minors must not be left unaccompanied in the waiting room, visiting room or any other area. Attorney Visits Legal representatives of detainees are authorized to visit their clients during the following hours: Seven days a week 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment. Video Teleconferencing Legal representatives may request video teleconference (VTC) meetings or confidential legal phone calls with their clients or prospective clients by email at [email protected]. The FIPC court officers will email back with a confirmed date and time. Please see the flyer for details. The email should include: Legal representative’s full name Legal representative’s contact information, including phone number(s), email address, and Skype ID Detainee’s name Detainee’s alien number A few proposed times/dates for the requested VTC session A scan of the legal representative’s government issued identification A scan of the legal representative’s identification or documentation reflecting their status as an active legal representative, such as a state bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar legal status. A scan of the attorney’s DHS Form G-28 (unless this is a pre-representational) If a legal assistant is the only legal representative to join the call, the email should also attach a letter of authorization on the firm’s/organization’s letterhead and a scan of the assistant’s identification. Legal representatives may also schedule VTC meetings or calls by dialing (912) 496-6771 for the court room officer responsible for scheduling. All appointments for VTC meetings or phone calls should be made 24 hours prior to the desired appointment time. Appointments are scheduled 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are in 60-minute increments. Legal representatives are not limited on the number of VTC appointments they can request, but no legal representative is permitted more than one 60-minute appointment with a detainee in a single day. The same guidelines for in-person attorney/client visits will apply to VTC meetings and legal calls. Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters will be allowed; no family or friends of the clients are permitted. The attorney and/or his/her agents may contact outside interpretation services during the call or session. The sessions will be confidential; a visitation officer will be stationed outside of the confidential room to ensure security by standing out of earshot but within eyeshot. The officer will knock 5 minutes before the cut off time. Faxing Legal Documents When timely communication through the mail is not possible, the facility administrator may, in his discretion, allow for a reasonable amount of communication by means of facsimile device between the detainee and their designated legal representative. Faxes sent by Detainees to Legal Representatives Detainees can send all electronic communication requests to their assigned case manager via the facility tablet. The case manager will then schedule the detainee to report to the court room with the following information: the name of the legal representative, the name of the Law Firm (if applicable), the Law Firm’s (or legal representative’s) address, and office telephone and fax numbers. The detainee will complete a fax cover sheet provided at the time of transmission. The court room officer will fax the documents in the presence of the detainee and return the original documents to the detainee. The court room officer will inspect the outgoing documents for contraband in the presence of the detainee; the documents will not be read. After transmission, facility staff will return the documents and provide the fax confirmation to the detainee. Faxes sent by Legal Representatives to Detainees Legal representatives can send legal correspondence to the following fax number: (912) 496-6299. The legal representative must include a cover letter that includes the following: Detainee Full Name Detainee Alien Number Sender’s Return Fax Number Total number of pages sent. The fax will be delivered to the detainee in a sealed envelope with detainee name and A#. The documents will be inspected for contraband, but not read. The legal mail will be delivered to the detainee. All legal faxes sent and received through the court room will be treated as confidential legal correspondence and will be documented in a logbook and processed by the court officer. All facsimile legal electronic communication requests will be processed during normal business hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. excluding holidays. The transmission verification report which indicates that the fax was successfully sent will be maintained and filed by court room staff and a copy provided to the detainee. Consular Visits Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer in charge of the facility can be reached at (912) 496-6242. Clergy Visits Clergy must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office by calling (912) 496-6242. They are authorized to visit detainees during the following hours: Mondays through Fridays 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Visiting Restrictions The facility maintains a dress code for visitors. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted in the facility. If visitors are or appear to be intoxicated, visitation will not be allowed. All visitors are subject to search while in the facility. Visitors are not allowed to pass or attempt to pass any items to detainees. Visitors are permitted to bring up to $20 in the form of $1 bills or coins. Visitors are not allowed to carry any items into the visitation area, with the exception of necessary infant care items. Dress Code for Visitation Visitation Dress Code- Female Visitors Age 12 and Older No shorts will be allowed. Skirts and dresses shall extend to knee, seated. Slits in skirts and dresses shall rise no higher than knee, seated. Sheer (see-through) clothing is prohibited. The top of clothing shall be no lower than the underarm in the front and back. Bare midriffs and strapless tops, tube tops, and swimsuits are prohibited. Tight fitting clothing is prohibited. Shoes shall be worn at all times. Open toed are prohibited. Gang "colors" and other gang displays are prohibited. Hats, caps, or hoodies are not permitted Purses, bags, or wallets are not permitted (cash and/or debit cards must be in a clear bag) Pants with holes is not allowed. No spandex or stretch pants. Visitation Dress Code - Male Visitors Age 12 and Older No shorts will be allowed. Shirts shall be worn at all times. Muscle shirts, bare midriff shirts and sleeveless shirts are prohibited. Shoes shall be worn at all times. Open toed shoes are prohibited. Gang "colors" and other gang displays are prohibited. Hats, caps, or hoodies are not permitted Purses, bags, or wallets are not permitted (cash and/or debit cards must be in a clear bag). Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations) All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.

Letters sent to detainees must include the last four digits of the detainee’s A-number (Alien Number), plus the sender’s name and address. To enhance the safety of the facility, all incoming mail is subject to screening for contraband. The mail is not read upon opening, only inspected by the delivering officer. Detainees may send mail from the facility. Detainees may seal their outgoing letters and place them in the provided receptacle. All incoming mail will be delivered to the detainee, and outgoing mail will be routed to the proper postal office within 24 hours of receipt by facility staff. A mail pick-up and delivery schedule is posted in all housing units. Detainees are allowed to purchase stamps for use. Generally, there is no limit to the amount of correspondence detainees may send at their own expense. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. When detainees depart the facility or are transferred to another facility, only their legal mail will be forwarded to them. General correspondence will be endorsed "Return to Sender" and returned to the post office. Cash in possession of a detainee, at the time of his arrival to the facility, will be deposited/receipted to his trust account. Visitors may also deposit cash, only, at the facility, Monday through Friday – excluding holidays. All monies (cash, check, money order) arriving at the facility, via mail, will be returned to the sender. To deposit money to a detainee’s trust account, send money orders and cashier’s checks, only, to: Folkston D Ray ICE Processing Center Detainee’s full name and A-number P.O. Box 548 Folkston, GA 31537 Note: Cashier’s check or money order must include the detainee’s full name and A-number. A detainee may receive items that are determined to be of necessity for the sole purpose of travel or release from agency custody with approval of the ICE Deportation Officer. Before sending packages to detainees, contact the facility mail clerk at: (912) 496-6242, extension 76741 Note that detainees being removed from the United States are allowed one small piece of luggage. If a detainee does not have such baggage, such luggage can be sent/delivered after receiving approval from Supervisory Deportation Officer. Please be advised that for security reasons, no electronic devices (cell phones, electric razors, laptop computers, radios, etc.) will be accepted.

Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. Cash in possession of a detainee, at the time of his arrival to the facility, will be deposited/receipted to his trust account. Visitors may also deposit cash, only, at the facility, Monday through Friday – excluding holidays. All monies (cash, check, money order) arriving at the facility, via mail, will be returned to the sender. To deposit money to a detainee’s trust account, send money orders and cashier’s checks, only, to: Folkston D Ray ICE Processing Center Detainee’s full name and A-number P.O. Box 548 Folkston, GA 31537 Note: Cashier’s check or money order must include the detainee’s full name and A-number.

If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (912) 496-6905 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. When you call, please have the individual’s biographical information ready, including first, last and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth and country of birth. Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (912) 496-6905 and leave the detainee’s full name, alien registration number and your name and telephone number where you can be reached. The detainee will be given your message. This facility has tablets. You can access information on how to send a non-confidential message at www.gettingout.com.

Friends and Family Visits Detainee visitation is scheduled for Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. Visitation for Medium High to High classification detainees is: Saturdays: 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Sundays: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Visitation for Low to Medium Low classification detainees is: Saturdays: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays: 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Visitation for the Restricted Housing unit is: Low-Medium 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) Medium High - High 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) Holiday Schedule will be as follows: Medium High – High 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Low – Medium Low 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Restricted Housing Unit 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. To ensure adequate time to process visitors through security, all visitors must arrive 15 minutes prior to their intended visit. Visitors must present a valid verifiable government-issued identification card to enter the facility. Visits shall be a minimum of 1 hour. Minors who are visiting the facility must be accompanied by an adult guardian (18 years or older). Minors must not be left unaccompanied in the waiting room, visiting room or any other area. Attorney Visits Legal representatives of detainees are authorized to visit their clients during the following hours: In-Person Visitation 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Daily for Scheduled Visits Walk-ins can be accommodated between the hours 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. or contingent on available space. Legal visitation should be scheduled in advance through ERO eFile on a first-come basis for in-person visits. When scheduling a legal visit (standard multi-use appointment type), you will be prompted to indicate whether an in-person, remote-video, or remote-phone appointment is desired. Appointments are scheduled in increments of 1 hour. Back-to-back appointments are permitted but may not exceed two hours with any one detainee. Walk-in visits are still permitted, however scheduled legal visits will be prioritized and space is contingent on availability. Please make sure to include a copy of a valid, government issued I.D. for each visitor. Interpreters must also provide interpretation credentials on a letterhead. A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment. Video Teleconferencing Legal representatives must request video teleconference (VTC) meetings or confidential legal phone calls with their clients or prospective clients through ERO eFile for all scheduled appointments. All scheduled appointments through ERO eFile will receive confirmation notifications through ERO eFile. When scheduling a legal visit, you will be prompted to indicate whether an in-person, remote-video, or remote-phone appointment is desired. Please see the flyer for details. Appointments are subject to availability during the following times: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday All appointments through ERO eFile will include the: Legal representative’s full name Legal representative’s contact information, including phone number(s) and email address Detainee’s name Detainee’s alien number (otherwise a search may be done utilizing the detainee’s name, date of birth, and country of birth) In some situations, a legal representative may also be required to confirm the detention facility location of the detainee If a remote-video appointment is selected, legal representatives should notate the video-conferencing platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or WebEx), meeting ID, the passcode, and the meeting link in the Virtual Meeting Information section for the appointment in ERO eFile. (This is required before being able to select an available appointment time.) All video-calls will require ID validation with the video turned on at the beginning of the call. If only a phone call is requested, then notate phone call only with the phone number. If a remote-phone appointment is selected, attorneys should provide the phone number where they can be reached at the scheduled appointment time. Appointments will require the following attachments uploaded in ERO eFile (otherwise appointments may be subject to cancellation): A scan of the legal representative’s government issued identification A scan of the legal representative’s identification or documentation reflecting their status as an active legal representative, such as a state bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar legal status A copy of the attorney’s ERO eFiled G-28 (unless this is a pre-representational visit) If a legal assistant is the only legal representative to join the call, the email should also attach a letter of authorization on the firm’s/organization’s letterhead and a scan of the assistant’s identification If a legal representative is making a request consistent with PBNDS 2011 Section 5.7 (V.N.1) and Section 4.3 (V.FF), the legal representative must upload the written request in the Attorney Authorization Letter field and the Professional Licensure/Curriculum Vitae to the Medical/Mental Health Evaluators field Legal representative’s failure to abide by the Virtual Attorney Visitation guidelines may result in the immediate cancellation or termination of a VTC session and/or suspension of future requests. Please note appointments may be scheduled up to 2 weeks in advance, but no later than 24 hours prior to the appointment. Appointments are on a first-come basis. If scheduled appointments are no longer required, please cancel or reschedule the appointment in advance. Appointments are scheduled in 60-minute intervals. Legal representatives are not limited on the number of virtual legal visit appointments they can request, but no legal representative is permitted more than one 60-minute appointment with a detainee in a single day. Please note the facility reserves the right to cancel or reschedule appointments in the event of safety/security risk at the facility and also to ensure equal access to legal visitation by other legal representatives and aliens. The same guidelines for in-person attorney/client visits apply to VTC meetings and legal calls. Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters are allowed; no family or friends of the clients are permitted. The attorney and/or his/her agents may contact outside interpretation services during the call or session. The sessions are confidential; a visitation officer will be stationed outside of the confidential room to ensure security by standing out of earshot but within eyeshot. The officer will knock 5 minutes before the cut off time. If there is no available time slot or if you have an exigent circumstance, you may email [email protected] or call (912) 496-6771. Faxing Legal Documents When timely communication through the mail is not possible, the facility administrator may, in his discretion, allow for a reasonable amount of communication by means of facsimile device between the detainee and their designated legal representative. Faxes sent by Detainees to Legal Representatives Detainees can send all electronic communication requests to their assigned case manager via the facility tablet. The case manager will then schedule the detainee to report to the court room with the following information: the name of the legal representative, the name of the Law Firm (if applicable), the Law Firm’s (or legal representative’s) address, and office telephone and fax numbers. The detainee will complete a fax cover sheet provided at the time of transmission. The court room officer will fax the documents in the presence of the detainee and return the original documents to the detainee. The court room officer will inspect the outgoing documents for contraband in the presence of the detainee; the documents will not be read. After transmission, facility staff will return the documents and provide the fax confirmation to the detainee. Faxes sent by Legal Representatives to Detainees Legal representatives can send legal correspondence to the following fax number: (912) 496-6299. The legal representative must include a cover letter that includes the following: Detainee Full Name Detainee Alien Number Sender’s Return Fax Number Total number of pages sent. The fax will be delivered to the detainee in a sealed envelope with detainee name and A#. The documents will be inspected for contraband, but not read. The legal mail will be delivered to the detainee. All legal faxes sent and received through the court room will be treated as confidential legal correspondence and will be documented in a logbook and processed by the court officer. All facsimile legal electronic communication requests will be processed during normal business hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. excluding holidays. The transmission verification report which indicates that the fax was successfully sent will be maintained and filed by court room staff and a copy provided to the detainee. Consular Visits Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer in charge of the facility can be reached at (912) 496-6905. Clergy Visits Clergy must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office by calling (912) 496-6905. They are authorized to visit detainees during the following hours: Mondays through Fridays: 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays: 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Visiting Restrictions The facility maintains a dress code for visitors. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted in the facility. If visitors are or appear to be intoxicated, visitation will not be allowed. All visitors are subject to search while in the facility. Visitors are not allowed to pass or attempt to pass any items to detainees. Visitors are permitted to bring up to $20 in the form of $1 bills or coins. Visitors are not allowed to carry any items into the visitation area, with the exception of necessary infant care items. Dress Code for Visitation Visitation Dress Code- Female Visitors Age 12 and Older No shorts will be allowed. Skirts and dresses shall extend to knee, seated. Slits in skirts and dresses shall rise no higher than knee, seated. Sheer (see-through) clothing is prohibited. The top of clothing shall be no lower than the underarm in the front and back. Bare midriffs and strapless tops, tube tops, and swimsuits are prohibited. Tight fitting clothing is prohibited. Shoes shall be worn at all times. Open toed are prohibited. Gang "colors" and other gang displays are prohibited. Hats, caps, or hoodies are not permitted Purses, bags, or wallets are not permitted (cash and/or debit cards must be in a clear bag) Pants with holes is not allowed. No spandex or stretch pants. Visitation Dress Code - Male Visitors Age 12 and Older No shorts will be allowed. Shirts shall be worn at all times. Muscle shirts, bare midriff shirts and sleeveless shirts are prohibited. Shoes shall be worn at all times. Open toed shoes are prohibited. Gang "colors" and other gang displays are prohibited. Hats, caps, or hoodies are not permitted Purses, bags, or wallets are not permitted (cash and/or debit cards must be in a clear bag). Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations) All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.

Letters sent to detainees must include the last four digits of the detainee’s A-number (Alien Number), plus the sender’s name and address. To enhance the safety of the facility, all incoming mail is subject to screening for contraband. The mail is not read upon opening, only inspected by the delivering officer. Detainees may send mail from the facility. Detainees may seal their outgoing letters and place them in the provided receptacle. All incoming mail will be delivered to the detainee, and outgoing mail will be routed to the proper postal office within 24 hours of receipt by facility staff. A mail pick-up and delivery schedule is posted in all housing units. Detainees are allowed to purchase stamps for use. Generally, there is no limit to the amount of correspondence detainees may send at their own expense. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. When detainees depart the facility or are transferred to another facility, only their legal mail will be forwarded to them. General correspondence will be endorsed "Return to Sender" and returned to the post office. Cash in possession of a detainee, at the time of his arrival to the facility, will be deposited/receipted to his trust account. Visitors may also deposit cash, only, at the facility, Monday through Friday – excluding holidays. All monies (cash, check, money order) arriving at the facility, via mail, will be returned to the sender. To deposit money to a detainee’s account, go to www.accesscorrections.com. Money orders and cashier’s checks, only, may be mailed to: GEO Folkston IPC Detainee’s full name and A-number 3026 Hwy 252 East Folkston, GA 31537 Note: There may be a delay in the money appearing on the detainee’s account due to mailing, check cashing, and administrative procedures. Cashier’s check or money order must include the detainee’s full name and A-number. A detainee may receive items that are determined to be of necessity for the sole purpose of travel or release from agency custody with approval of the ICE Deportation Officer. Before sending packages to detainees, contact the facility mail clerk at: GEO Folkston IPC 3026 Hwy 252 East Folkston, GA 31537 (912) 496-6905 Note that detainees being removed from the United States are allowed one small piece of luggage. If a detainee does not have such baggage, such luggage can be sent/delivered after receiving approval from Supervisory Detention and Deportation Officer. Please be advised that for security reasons, no electronic devices (cell phones, electric razors, laptop computers, radios, etc.) will be accepted.

Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. Cash in possession of a detainee, at the time of his arrival to the facility, will be deposited/receipted to his trust account. Visitors may also deposit cash, only, at the facility, Monday through Friday – excluding holidays. All monies (cash, check, money order) arriving at the facility, via mail, will be returned to the sender. To deposit money to a detainee’s account, go to www.accesscorrections.com. Money orders and cashier’s checks, only, may be mailed to: GEO Folkston IPC Detainee’s full name and A-number 3026 Hwy 252 East Folkston, GA 31537 Note: There may be a delay in the money appearing on the detainee’s account due to mailing, check cashing, and administrative procedures. Cashier’s check or money order must include the detainee’s full name and A-number.

If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (912) 496-6905 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. When you call, please have the individual’s biographical information ready, including first, last and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth and country of birth. Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (912) 496-6905 and leave the detainee’s full name, alien registration number and your name and telephone number where you can be reached. The detainee will be given your message. This facility has tablets. You can access information on how to send a non-confidential message at www.gettingout.com.

Friends and Family Visits Detainee visitation is scheduled for Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. Visitation for Medium High to High classification detainees is: Saturdays: 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Sundays: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Visitation for Low to Medium Low classification detainees is: Saturdays: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays: 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Visitation for the Restricted Housing unit is: Low-Medium 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) Medium High - High 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) Holiday Schedule will be as follows: Medium High – High 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Low – Medium Low 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Restricted Housing Unit 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. To ensure adequate time to process visitors through security, all visitors must arrive 15 minutes prior to their intended visit. Visitors must present a valid verifiable government-issued identification card to enter the facility. Visits shall be a minimum of 1 hour. Minors who are visiting the facility must be accompanied by an adult guardian (18 years or older). Minors must not be left unaccompanied in the waiting room, visiting room or any other area. Attorney Visits Legal representatives of detainees are authorized to visit their clients during the following hours: In-Person Visitation 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Daily for Scheduled Visits Walk-ins can be accommodated between the hours 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. or contingent on available space. Legal visitation should be scheduled in advance through ERO eFile on a first-come basis for in-person visits. When scheduling a legal visit (standard multi-use appointment type), you will be prompted to indicate whether an in-person, remote-video, or remote-phone appointment is desired. Appointments are scheduled in increments of 1 hour. Back-to-back appointments are permitted but may not exceed two hours with any one detainee. Walk-in visits are still permitted, however scheduled legal visits will be prioritized and space is contingent on availability. Please make sure to include a copy of a valid, government issued I.D. for each visitor. Interpreters must also provide interpretation credentials on a letterhead. A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment. Video Teleconferencing Legal representatives must request video teleconference (VTC) meetings or confidential legal phone calls with their clients or prospective clients through ERO eFile for all scheduled appointments. All scheduled appointments through ERO eFile will receive confirmation notifications through ERO eFile. When scheduling a legal visit, you will be prompted to indicate whether an in-person, remote-video, or remote-phone appointment is desired. Please see the flyer for details. Appointments are subject to availability during the following times: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday All appointments through ERO eFile will include the: Legal representative’s full name Legal representative’s contact information, including phone number(s) and email address Detainee’s name Detainee’s alien number (otherwise a search may be done utilizing the detainee’s name, date of birth, and country of birth) In some situations, a legal representative may also be required to confirm the detention facility location of the detainee If a remote-video appointment is selected, legal representatives should notate the video-conferencing platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or WebEx), meeting ID, the passcode, and the meeting link in the Virtual Meeting Information section for the appointment in ERO eFile. (This is required before being able to select an available appointment time.) All video-calls will require ID validation with the video turned on at the beginning of the call. If only a phone call is requested, then notate phone call only with the phone number. If a remote-phone appointment is selected, attorneys should provide the phone number where they can be reached at the scheduled appointment time. Appointments will require the following attachments uploaded in ERO eFile (otherwise appointments may be subject to cancellation): A scan of the legal representative’s government issued identification A scan of the legal representative’s identification or documentation reflecting their status as an active legal representative, such as a state bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar legal status A copy of the attorney’s ERO eFiled G-28 (unless this is a pre-representational visit) If a legal assistant is the only legal representative to join the call, the email should also attach a letter of authorization on the firm’s/organization’s letterhead and a scan of the assistant’s identification If a legal representative is making a request consistent with PBNDS 2011 Section 5.7 (V.N.1) and Section 4.3 (V.FF), the legal representative must upload the written request in the Attorney Authorization Letter field and the Professional Licensure/Curriculum Vitae to the Medical/Mental Health Evaluators field Legal representative’s failure to abide by the Virtual Attorney Visitation guidelines may result in the immediate cancellation or termination of a VTC session and/or suspension of future requests. Please note appointments may be scheduled up to 2 weeks in advance, but no later than 24 hours prior to the appointment. Appointments are on a first-come basis. If scheduled appointments are no longer required, please cancel or reschedule the appointment in advance. Appointments are scheduled in 60-minute intervals. Legal representatives are not limited on the number of virtual legal visit appointments they can request, but no legal representative is permitted more than one 60-minute appointment with a detainee in a single day. Please note the facility reserves the right to cancel or reschedule appointments in the event of safety/security risk at the facility and also to ensure equal access to legal visitation by other legal representatives and aliens. The same guidelines for in-person attorney/client visits apply to VTC meetings and legal calls. Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters are allowed; no family or friends of the clients are permitted. The attorney and/or his/her agents may contact outside interpretation services during the call or session. The sessions are confidential; a visitation officer will be stationed outside of the confidential room to ensure security by standing out of earshot but within eyeshot. The officer will knock 5 minutes before the cut off time. If there is no available time slot or if you have an exigent circumstance, you may email [email protected] or call (912) 496-6771. Faxing Legal Documents When timely communication through the mail is not possible, the facility administrator may, in his discretion, allow for a reasonable amount of communication by means of facsimile device between the detainee and their designated legal representative. Faxes sent by Detainees to Legal Representatives Detainees can send all electronic communication requests to their assigned case manager via the facility tablet. The case manager will then schedule the detainee to report to the court room with the following information: the name of the legal representative, the name of the Law Firm (if applicable), the Law Firm’s (or legal representative’s) address, and office telephone and fax numbers. The detainee will complete a fax cover sheet provided at the time of transmission. The court room officer will fax the documents in the presence of the detainee and return the original documents to the detainee. The court room officer will inspect the outgoing documents for contraband in the presence of the detainee; the documents will not be read. After transmission, facility staff will return the documents and provide the fax confirmation to the detainee. Faxes sent by Legal Representatives to Detainees Legal representatives can send legal correspondence to the following fax number: (912) 496-6299. The legal representative must include a cover letter that includes the following: Detainee Full Name Detainee Alien Number Sender’s Return Fax Number Total number of pages sent. The fax will be delivered to the detainee in a sealed envelope with detainee name and A#. The documents will be inspected for contraband, but not read. The legal mail will be delivered to the detainee. All legal faxes sent and received through the court room will be treated as confidential legal correspondence and will be documented in a logbook and processed by the court officer. All facsimile legal electronic communication requests will be processed during normal business hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. excluding holidays. The transmission verification report which indicates that the fax was successfully sent will be maintained and filed by court room staff and a copy provided to the detainee. Consular Visits Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer in charge of the facility can be reached at (912) 496-6905. Clergy Visits Clergy must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office by calling (912) 496-6905. They are authorized to visit detainees during the following hours: Mondays through Fridays: 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays: 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Visiting Restrictions The facility maintains a dress code for visitors. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted in the facility. If visitors are or appear to be intoxicated, visitation will not be allowed. All visitors are subject to search while in the facility. Visitors are not allowed to pass or attempt to pass any items to detainees. Visitors are permitted to bring up to $20 in the form of $1 bills or coins. Visitors are not allowed to carry any items into the visitation area, with the exception of necessary infant care items. Dress Code for Visitation Visitation Dress Code- Female Visitors Age 12 and Older No shorts will be allowed. Skirts and dresses shall extend to knee, seated. Slits in skirts and dresses shall rise no higher than knee, seated. Sheer (see-through) clothing is prohibited. The top of clothing shall be no lower than the underarm in the front and back. Bare midriffs and strapless tops, tube tops, and swimsuits are prohibited. Tight fitting clothing is prohibited. Shoes shall be worn at all times. Open toed are prohibited. Gang "colors" and other gang displays are prohibited. Hats, caps, or hoodies are not permitted Purses, bags, or wallets are not permitted (cash and/or debit cards must be in a clear bag) Pants with holes is not allowed. No spandex or stretch pants. Visitation Dress Code - Male Visitors Age 12 and Older No shorts will be allowed. Shirts shall be worn at all times. Muscle shirts, bare midriff shirts and sleeveless shirts are prohibited. Shoes shall be worn at all times. Open toed shoes are prohibited. Gang "colors" and other gang displays are prohibited. Hats, caps, or hoodies are not permitted Purses, bags, or wallets are not permitted (cash and/or debit cards must be in a clear bag). Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations) All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.

Letters sent to detainees must include the last four digits of the detainee’s A-number (Alien Number), plus the sender’s name and address. To enhance the safety of the facility, all incoming mail is subject to screening for contraband. The mail is not read upon opening, only inspected by the delivering officer. Detainees may send mail from the facility. Detainees may seal their outgoing letters and place them in the provided receptacle. All incoming mail will be delivered to the detainee, and outgoing mail will be routed to the proper postal office within 24 hours of receipt by facility staff. A mail pick-up and delivery schedule is posted in all housing units. Detainees are allowed to purchase stamps for use. Generally, there is no limit to the amount of correspondence detainees may send at their own expense. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. When detainees depart the facility or are transferred to another facility, only their legal mail will be forwarded to them. General correspondence will be endorsed "Return to Sender" and returned to the post office. Cash in possession of a detainee, at the time of his arrival to the facility, will be deposited/receipted to his trust account. Visitors may also deposit cash, only, at the facility, Monday through Friday – excluding holidays. All monies (cash, check, money order) arriving at the facility, via mail, will be returned to the sender. To deposit money to a detainee’s trust account, send money orders and cashier’s checks, only, to: Folkston ICE Processing Center Detainee’s full name and A-number P.O. Box 248 Folkston, GA 31537 Note: Cashier’s check or money order must include the detainee’s full name and A-number. A detainee may receive items that are determined to be of necessity for the sole purpose of travel or release from agency custody with approval of the ICE Deportation Officer. Before sending packages to detainees, contact the facility mail clerk at: (912) 496-6905, extension 76741 Note that detainees being removed from the United States are allowed one small piece of luggage. If a detainee does not have such baggage, such luggage can be sent/delivered after receiving approval from Supervisory Deportation Officer. Please be advised that for security reasons, no electronic devices (cell phones, electric razors, laptop computers, radios, etc.) will be accepted.

Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. Cash in possession of a detainee, at the time of his arrival to the facility, will be deposited/receipted to his trust account. Visitors may also deposit cash, only, at the facility, Monday through Friday – excluding holidays. All monies (cash, check, money order) arriving at the facility, via mail, will be returned to the sender. To deposit money to a detainee’s trust account, send money orders and cashier’s checks, only, to: Folkston ICE Processing Center Detainee’s full name and A-number P.O. Box 248 Folkston, GA 31537 Note: Cashier’s check or money order must include the detainee’s full name and A-number.

If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (229) 468-4121 Ext. 2225 between the hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. When you call, please have the alien’s biographical information ready, including first, last and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth and country of birth. Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (229) 468-4121 ext. 2225 and leave the detainee’s full name, alien registration number and your name and telephone number where you can be reached. The detainee will be given your message.

Friends and Family Visits Please call (229) 468-4121 ext. 2250 to schedule visits with a detainee. Visitors unaccompanied must be at least 18 years of age. Persons under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Proof of the parent/guardian relationship will be required (proof may be a birth certificate or court ordered guardianship). Visitors will have a government issued photo identification with them. Each detainee will receive two (2) one-hour blocks of visitation time per week. Each visit, regardless of duration, will count as one (1) hour. Attorney Visits Legal representatives are authorized to visit their clients 24 hours a day 7 days a week. A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment. Legal Calls or Video Teleconferencing Legal calls can be scheduled by contacting the main office at (229) 468-4121 ext. 2252. Accommodations will be made for any available time slots. Legal representatives may request video teleconference (VTC) meetings or confidential legal phone calls with their clients or prospective clients by email at [email protected]. The Irwin County Detention Center court officers will email back with a confirmed date and time. Please see the flyer for details. The email should include: Legal representative’s full name Legal representative’s contact information, including phone number(s), and email address Detainee’s name Detainee’s alien number A few proposed times/dates for the requested VTC session A scan of the legal representative’s government issued identification A scan of the legal representative’s identification or documentation reflecting their status as an active legal representative, such as a state bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar legal status. A scan of the attorney’s DHS Form G-28 (unless this is pre-representational) If a legal assistant is the only legal representative to join the call, the email should also attach a letter of authorization on the firm’s/organization’s letterhead and a scan of the assistant’s identification. Legal representatives may also schedule VTC meetings or calls by dialing (229) 468-4121 ext. 2252 for the court room officer responsible for scheduling. All appointments for VTC meetings or phone calls should be made 24 hours prior to the desired appointment time. Appointments are scheduled 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and are in 30 to 60-minute increments. Legal representatives are not limited on the number of VTC appointments they can request, but no legal representative is permitted more than one 60-minute appointment with a detainee in a single day. The same guidelines for in-person attorney/client visits will apply to VTC meetings and legal calls. Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters will be allowed; no family or friends of the clients are permitted. The attorney and/or his/her agents may contact outside interpretation services during the call or session. The sessions will be confidential; a visitation officer will be stationed outside of the confidential room to ensure security by standing out of earshot but within eyeshot. The officer will knock 5 minutes before the cut-off time. Please be advised that legal representatives and their staff are not permitted to video or audio record during any virtual or in-person visit or any call with aliens at the facility. Any violation of these rules may result in suspension or a permanent revocation of VAV user privileges. Electronic Exchange of Legal Documentation When timely communication through the mail is not possible, the facility administrator may, in his discretion, allow for a reasonable amount of electronic written communication by means between the detained alien and their designated legal representative. Faxes/Emails Sent by Legal Representatives to the Attention of Detained Aliens Legal representatives can send legal correspondence to [email protected] or via fax at (229) 468-5743. Legal Representatives should make clear in the subject line that it is legal correspondence/mail and include as an attachment the specific documents/forms that the legal representative wants the facility to deliver to the detained alien. Within the email the legal representative should include the following information and a cover sheet for the attachment that includes the: Alien full name A-Number Sender’s return fax number Total number of pages sent Notate the correspondence is “Legal Mail” The documents will be inspected for contraband, but not read. The legal mail will be delivered to the detainee. All legal electronic communication requests will be processed during normal business hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding holidays. Consular Visits Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer for this facility can be reached at (229) 468-4121 ext. 2283. Clergy Visits Clergy may visit detainees at any time but must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office. Visiting Restrictions All family or other social visits are non-contact. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted in the facility. If visitors are or appear to be intoxicated, visitation will not be allowed. All visitors are subject to search while in the facility. Visitors are not allowed to pass or attempt to pass any items to detainees. Visitors are not allowed to carry any items into the visitation area. Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations) All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.

Before sending packages to detainees: The jail will not accept certain items through the mail. Restricted items include packages, obscene or pornographic materials, personal checks, cashier’s check, postage stamps or stamped envelopes, any type of food, or periodicals not directly sent from the publisher. Mail should be addressed in the following manner: Jail ATM/Irwin County Detention Center Detainee Name and A# 925 B Peachtree St. NE, Box 2062 Atlanta, GA 30309 Letters sent to detainees must include the last four digits of the detainee’s A-number (File Number), plus the sender’s name and address. To enhance the safety of the facility, all incoming mail is subject to screening for contraband. The mail is not read upon opening, only inspected by the delivering officer. Detainees may send mail from the facility. Detainees may seal their outgoing letters and place them in the provided receptacle. All incoming mail will be delivered to the detainee, and outgoing mail will be routed to the proper postal office within 24 hours of receipt by facility staff. A mail pick-up and delivery schedule is posted in all housing units. Detainees are allowed to purchase stamps for use. Generally, there is no limit to the amount of correspondence detainees may send at their own expense. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. When detainees depart the facility or are transferred to another facility, only their legal mail will be forwarded to them. General correspondence will be endorsed "Return to Sender" and returned to the post office. Money is not to be given directly to the detainee. Money can be placed on the detainee's account by calling CSG 1-877-618-3516, or via website at Csgpay.com or jailatm.com, or via United States Postal Service, 132 Cotton Drive, Ocilla, GA 31774 and reference detainee name and A# on money order. If detainees receive funds in the mail, they will be taken to the processing area for the money to be placed into their account. The processing officer will provide a receipt for all funds received. Detainees are cautioned not to have cash sent to them in the mail. A detainee may receive items that are determined to be of necessity for the sole purpose of travel or release from agency custody with approval of the ICE Deportation Officer. Before sending packages to detainees, you must call (229) 468-4121 ext. 2262 and speak to property officer. Note that detainees being removed from the United States are allowed one small piece of luggage. If a detainee does not have such baggage, such luggage can be sent/delivered after receiving approval from Supervisory Deportation Officer. Please be advised that for security reasons, no electronic devices (cell phones, electric razors, laptop computers, radios, etc.) will be accepted.

Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. Money is not to be given directly to the detainee. Money can be placed on the detainee's account by calling CSG 1-877-618-3516, or via website at Csgpay.com or jailatm.com, or via United States Postal Service, 132 Cotton Drive, Ocilla, GA 31774 and reference detainee name and A# on money order. If detainees receive funds in the mail, they will be taken to the processing area for the money to be placed into their account. The processing officer will provide a receipt for all funds received.

If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (229) 838-5000 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. When you call, please have the individual’s biographical information ready, including first, last and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth and country of birth. Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (229) 838-5000 and leave the detainee’s full name, alien registration number and your name and telephone number where you can be reached. The detainee will be given your message. This facility has tablets. You can access information on how to send a non-confidential message at www.gettingout.com.

Friends and Family Visits Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No visitors will be processed after 2:30 p.m. Friday - Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. No visitors will be processed after 6:30 p.m. Visitation days include all designated federal holidays. CCA/SDC provides time for each detainee to have visitation. Detainees are allowed one (1) visit per week (Sunday-Saturday) for up to one (1) hour of non-contact visitation with family and friends according to the schedule. If there are more visitors than can be accommodated in the visiting room, it may be necessary to limit visits to lesser periods of time. Visiting periods can also be shortened due to security risks, count, or other unanticipated events. Visitors should only enter the facility with picture identification and no other property. Items such as purses, cell phones, money and wallets should be left secured in a vehicle. Adult visitors must present a valid, verifiable government-issued identification card to enter the facility. Minors who are visiting the facility must be accompanied by an adult guardian (18 years or older). Minors must not be left unaccompanied in the waiting room, visiting room or any other area. Attorney Visits Legal representatives of detainees are authorized to visit their clients during the following hours: In-Person Visitation 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays Legal visitation should be scheduled in advance through ERO eFile on a first-come basis for in-person visits. Appointments are scheduled in increments of 2 hours. Back-to-back appointments are permitted, but may not exceed four hours. Walk-in visits are still permitted, however scheduled legal visits will be prioritized and space is contingent on availability. Please make sure to include a copy of a valid, government issued I.D. for each visitor. Visitation room capacity is up to 4 individuals (including your client). Interpreters must also provide interpretation credentials on a letterhead. A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment. Video Teleconferencing Legal representatives must request video teleconference (VTC) meetings or confidential legal phone calls with their clients or prospective clients through ERO eFile for all scheduled appointments. All scheduled appointments through ERO eFile will receive confirmation notifications through ERO eFile. Please see the flyer for details. Appointments are subject to availability during the following times: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday All appointments through ERO eFile will include the: Legal representative’s full name Legal representative’s contact information, including phone number(s) and email address Detainee’s name Detainee’s alien number (otherwise a search may be done utilizing the detainee’s name, date of birth, and country of birth) In some situations, a legal representative may also be required to confirm the detention facility location of the detainee Legal representatives should notate the video-conferencing platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or WebEx), meeting ID, the passcode, and the meeting link in the Virtual Meeting Information section for the appointment in ERO eFile. (This is required before being able to select an available appointment time.) All video-calls will require ID validation with the video turned on at the beginning of the call. If only a phone call is requested, then notate phone call only with the phone number. Appointments will require the following attachments uploaded in ERO eFile (otherwise appointments may be subject to cancellation): A scan of the legal representative’s government issued identification A scan of the legal representative’s identification or documentation reflecting their status as an active legal representative, such as a state bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar legal status A copy of the attorney’s ERO eFiled G-28 (unless this is a pre-representational visit) If a legal assistant is the only legal representative to join the call, the email should also attach a letter of authorization on the firm’s/organization’s letterhead and a scan of the assistant’s identification If a legal representative is making a request consistent with PBNDS 2011 Section 5.7 (V.N.1) and Section 4.3 (V.FF), the legal representative must upload the written request in the Attorney Authorization Letter field and the Professional Licensure/Curriculum Vitae to the Medical/Mental Health Evaluators field Legal representative’s failure to abide by the Virtual Attorney Visitation guidelines may result in the immediate cancellation or termination of a VTC session and/or suspension of future requests. Please note appointments may be scheduled up to 2 weeks in advance, but no later than 24 hours prior to the appointment. Appointments are on a first-come basis. If scheduled appointments are no longer required, please cancel or reschedule the appointment in advance. Appointments are scheduled in 60-minute intervals. Legal representatives are not limited on the number of virtual legal visit appointments they can request, but no legal representative is permitted more than one 60-minute appointment with a detainee in a single day unless the legal representative scheduled an Extended-Time appointment for a two-hour interval and was approved by the facility. Scheduling and applicable rules are subject to change pending demand and availability. Please note the facility reserves the right to cancel or reschedule appointments in the event of safety/security risk at the facility and also to ensure equal access to legal visitation by other legal representatives and aliens. The same guidelines for in-person attorney/client visits apply to VTC meetings and legal calls. Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters are allowed; no family or friends of the clients are permitted. The attorney and/or his/her agents may contact outside interpretation services during the call or session. The sessions are confidential; a visitation officer will be stationed outside of the confidential room to ensure security by standing out of earshot but within eyeshot. The officer will knock 5 minutes before the cut off time. If there is no available time slot or if you have an exigent circumstance you may contact [email protected] or the facility receptionist at (229) 838-5000. Consular Visits Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer for this facility can be reached at (229) 838-1100. Clergy Visits Clergy may visit detainees at any time, but must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office. Visiting Restrictions All family or other social visits are non-contact. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted in the facility. If visitors are or appear to be intoxicated, visitation will not be allowed. All visitors are subject to search while in the facility. Visitors are not allowed to pass or attempt to pass any items to detainees. Visitors are not allowed to carry any items into the visitation area. Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations) All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.

Letters sent to detainees must include the last four digits of the detainee’s A-number (File Number), plus the sender’s name and address. To enhance the safety of the facility, all incoming mail is subject to screening for contraband. The mail is not read upon opening, only inspected by the delivering officer. Detainees may send mail from the facility. Detainees may seal their outgoing letters and place them in the provided receptacle. All incoming mail will be delivered to the detainee, and outgoing mail will be routed to the proper postal office within 24 hours of receipt by facility staff. A mail pick-up and delivery schedule is posted in all housing units. Detainees are allowed to purchase stamps for use. Generally, there is no limit to the amount of correspondence detainees may send at their own expense. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. When detainees depart the facility or are transferred to another facility, only their legal mail will be forwarded to them. General correspondence will be endorsed "Return to Sender" and returned to the post office. If detainees receive funds in the mail, they will be taken to the processing area for the money to be placed into their account. The processing officer will provide a receipt for all funds received. Detainees are cautioned not to have cash sent to them in the mail. A detainee may receive items that are determined to be of necessity for the sole purpose of travel or release from agency custody with approval of the ICE Deportation Officer handling the case. Before sending packages to detainees, Contact the Chief of Security at the facility at: Stewart Detention Center, Chief of Security 146 CCA Road, P.O. Box 248 Lumpkin, GA 31815 Note that detainees being removed from the United States are allowed one small piece of luggage. If a detainee does not have such baggage, such luggage can be sent/delivered after receiving approval from Supervisory Deportation Officer. Please be advised that for security reasons, no electronic devices (cell phones, electric razors, laptop computers, radios, etc.) will be accepted.

Items such as purses, cell phones, money and wallets should be left secured in a vehicle. Indigent detainees (those who have no means of financial support and no funds in their facility account) will be provided postage allowance at government expense. If detainees receive funds in the mail, they will be taken to the processing area for the money to be placed into their account. The processing officer will provide a receipt for all funds received.