How to Visit Winn Correctional Center

Weekend and holiday visits only. Last entry 2:00 PM sharp. New inmates cannot receive visitors for the first 30 days.

Overview

Visiting Winn Correctional Center in Winnfield, LA requires planning ahead. New inmates face a mandatory 30-day hold before any visitors are allowed — use that time to get your name submitted to the approved list. Winn is a medium-security state prison operated by LaSalle Corrections, about 90 miles from Shreveport, so factor in travel time before planning a trip.

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Before You Go

Know the 30-day hold

New arrivals face a mandatory 30-day hold before any visitors are allowed.
Submit your name during the hold

Use that time to get on the approved visitor list.
Plan your travel time

About 90 miles from Shreveport.
Bring a valid photo ID

Required for every visit.

Quick Facts

Visiting days: Saturdays, Sundays, and Louisiana state holidays.
Visiting hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Last entry at 2:00 PM — no exceptions.
No visits are allowed during an inmate's first 30 days (intake/classification period).
You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list before your first visit.
Maximum 3 adult visitors allowed at one time.
Valid government-issued photo ID required. No phones, cameras, or electronics inside.
Maximum custody inmates visit on Fridays only (8:00 AM–4:00 PM, last entry 2:00 PM).

The 30-Day Hold for New Inmates

When an inmate first arrives at Winn Correctional Center, they go through an intake and classification period. No visits are permitted during the first 30 days. Use this time to get on the approved list — the application process can take several weeks, and you want to be ready before the hold lifts.

How to Get on the Approved Visitor List

The process is inmate-initiated:

The inmate contacts their case manager or unit officer and requests that your name be added to their approved visitor list.
They’ll give you a visitor application form to complete and mail back to the facility.
The facility runs a criminal background check on all prospective visitors.
The facility notifies the inmate whether you were approved or denied.

The visitor list is typically limited to 10 people under Louisiana DOC rules. If you’ve been denied, the inmate can request a review through their case manager.

Visiting Hours

Day	Hours	Notes
Saturday	8:00 AM – 4:00 PM	Last entry 2:00 PM
Sunday	8:00 AM – 4:00 PM	Last entry 2:00 PM
State Holidays	8:00 AM – 4:00 PM	Last entry 2:00 PM
Friday (Max Custody only)	8:00 AM – 4:00 PM	Last entry 2:00 PM

General population inmates can have visits on Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays.

Visit duration depends on the inmate’s custody classification:

Standard inmates: 2 hours
Honor dorm status: 3 hours
Trustee status: 4 hours

What to Wear

Louisiana DOC enforces dress code rules at all facilities including Winn. The following are not allowed:

Clothing resembling inmate uniforms (khaki, denim, gray, orange)
Clothing resembling staff or law enforcement uniforms (scrubs, etc.)
Revealing clothing — midriff, shoulders, back, cleavage, or thighs must be covered
Shorts or skirts above the knee
Tight or form-fitting clothing
Hats, sunglasses, or face coverings
Sleeveless tops or tank tops

Wear solid-colored, non-khaki clothing with modest coverage and closed-toe shoes.

What to Bring

Valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID) for all adults
Cash for vending machines — small bills or coins; you may also be able to deposit via lobby kiosk
For infants: basic necessities in a clear bag

Leave in your car: Phone, keys, wallet, food, gum, any electronics, jewelry (beyond simple wedding bands or stud earrings), and anything that could trigger metal detectors.

How Visits Work

All visitors pass through metal detectors and may be subject to pat-down searches. Bring only what’s allowed. Visits take place in a supervised visiting room. Physical contact (a brief hug or handshake at the beginning and end) may be permitted depending on the inmate’s status.

Before You Drive to Winnfield

Call Winn Correctional Center at (318) 628-3971 the morning of your visit to confirm visitation is open. Visits can be suspended without notice due to lockdowns, counts, or facility emergencies. Winnfield is a rural location — plan for gas and allow extra travel time.

Families Also Ask

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What are the visiting hours at Winn Correctional Center?

Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Last entry is at 2:00 PM — arriving after that means you will not be admitted. Maximum custody inmates visit on Fridays only.

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Why can't I visit right away after someone arrives at Winn?

All new inmates go through a 30-day intake and classification hold. No visits are permitted during this period. Use the time to submit your visitor application so you're approved when the hold lifts.

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How do I get on the approved visitor list at Winn Correctional Center?

The inmate asks their case manager to add your name and requests a visitor application form be sent to you. You complete and return it. The facility runs a background check before approving. Plan several weeks for the process.

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How many visitors are allowed at Winn at one time?

Maximum 3 adult visitors at one time. Children may accompany approved adult visitors.

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Can I bring my phone into the visit?

No. Phones, cameras, and all electronics must stay in your car or in facility lockers. Bring your photo ID, small cash for vending machines, and nothing else.

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Is video visitation available at Winn Correctional Center?

Contact Winn at (318) 628-3971 to ask about current video visitation availability. Securus Technologies — the facility's phone provider — offers video visiting at many Louisiana facilities, so it may be available here.

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