103 CMR 483.11
Identification and Sign-in Requirements
(1) Visitor processing shall begin 30 minutes before the start of the scheduled Visiting Period.
Deviations of this time frame must be approved by an Assistant Deputy Commissioner.
(2) Before being admitted to an institution, a visitor shall be required to produce identification
which, in the opinion of the admitting officer(s), is adequate. Acceptable identification for adult
visitors shall include a current photographic identification, such as a valid state driver's license,
a passport, a military identification card or official photographic identification cards originating
from any state or federal agency, including government employee identification cards and
Immigration and Customs Enforcement documents. Prior to denying a visitor visiting privileges,
or in cases in which the visitor's identification is questioned, the admitting officer shall notify
the Shift Commander for final determination. Exceptions may be made by the Superintendent
or a designee.
(3) The visitor shall be checked for pre approval against the incarcerated or civilly committed
individual's visitor listing.