Maury CI Visiting Hours. How to Get Approved and Schedule a Visit

Step 1. Get on the Approved Visitor List

Walk-in visits are not allowed at Maury CI. All visitors need advance approval before scheduling a session. Here is how the process works:

1. The person inside requests a blank visitor application and mails it to you.
2. You fill out the application completely and return it to the facility.
3. Adults 16 and older must attach a copy of a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
4. Minors under 16 must attach a copy of their birth certificate.
5. The facility reviews the application and notifies the person inside when you are approved.

The visitor list is open for enrollment every 6 months. Each inmate can have up to 18 approved visitors on their list. If someone needs to be added or removed, that happens during the next enrollment window.

Start this process as early as possible. Processing takes time, and you cannot schedule a visit until your application is approved.

Step 2. Schedule the Visit

Once you are approved, call (252) 653-5501 or email [email protected] to schedule a session. Visiting hours at Maury CI are not published on the NC DAC website. Contact the facility directly to find out what times are available.

When you call or email, have the inmate’s full legal name and OPUS Number ready. This helps staff confirm your name on the approved list and match you to the right person.

Visiting Hours

Visiting hours are not published online for Maury Correctional Institution. Call (252) 653-5501 or email [email protected] to confirm current available session times before making travel plans.

Hours can change because of staffing, security events, or facility lockdowns. Always confirm before you travel. A session on the schedule last week may not be available this week.

How Housing Unit Classification Affects Your Visit

Maury CI holds both close and medium custody inmates and operates several specialized units. Which unit the person is in determines whether your visit will be contact or non-contact.

Close custody general population: These inmates can have regular contact visits with approved visitors. You sit together in the visitation area with no barrier between you.

Red Unit (restrictive housing): Inmates in restrictive housing are limited to non-contact visits only. Non-contact visits happen through a barrier or window, with no physical contact.

Gray Unit (maximum control environment): The Gray Unit houses people in the most restrictive setting at Maury CI. These inmates are limited to non-contact visits.

Therapeutic Diversion Unit (TDU): The TDU is a specialized unit for people moving away from restrictive housing with intensive programming. Inmates in the TDU are limited to non-contact visits.

Medium custody general population: These inmates follow standard visitation rules with contact visits, unless an individual restriction is in place.

Veterans dorm, mental health units, outpatient mental health: Inmates in these specialized units follow the standard visitation process unless placed on individual restriction. Contact the facility if you are unsure of current restrictions for a specific person.

If you are not sure which unit someone is assigned to, call (252) 653-5501 before you make the trip. Custody status and unit assignments can change, and arriving expecting a contact visit when only a non-contact visit is allowed is a wasted trip.

Who Can Visit and How Often

Each approved visit session allows:

• Up to 3 visitors at one time
• One session per week per inmate
• Sessions last up to 2 hours

Children are welcome to visit but must be listed on the approved visitor application. Minors under 16 must have a birth certificate on file with the application. If someone other than a parent is bringing a minor, contact the facility at (252) 653-5501 ahead of time to confirm what documentation is needed.

What to Bring

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Leave everything else locked in your vehicle.

Acceptable photo IDs include:

• State driver’s license or ID card
• U.S. Passport or Passport Card
• U.S. Military ID

Do not bring cell phones, smartwatches, cameras, or AI glasses. These are not allowed inside the facility. If you have a metal implant (pacemaker, joint replacement, or surgical hardware), bring a letter from your doctor and contact the facility in advance so staff can accommodate you during security screening.

Dress Code

Maury CI enforces a visitor dress code based on NC DAC policy. A visit can be denied or ended early for a dress code violation. The following are not allowed:

• Halter tops, tube tops, strapless tops, or tank tops
• Bare midriffs or any top that exposes the midsection
• Fishnet or see-through clothing of any kind
• Spandex
• Shorts, skirts, or dresses more than 3 inches above the kneecap
• Wave caps, doo rags, or bandanas
• Pants worn below the waist
• Clothing with gang affiliations, profanity, or other prohibited imagery

Wear clean, modest clothing. If your outfit could raise any doubt, choose something more conservative. If you are denied at the entrance for a dress code issue, there is no guarantee of a rescheduled visit.

Security Screening

All visitors go through a security check before entering. This includes:

• Metal detector screening
• Pat search for anyone 16 and older
• Additional screening at officer discretion

Do not bring any contraband onto facility property. Attempting to bring in drugs, alcohol, weapons, or other prohibited items is a felony and will result in arrest and prosecution. This applies to items in your vehicle while on facility grounds.

What Is the Therapeutic Diversion Unit?

The Therapeutic Diversion Unit at Maury CI is a specialized housing program for inmates who have been in restrictive housing and are transitioning back toward general population. The TDU combines structured programming with a step-down approach to help people build the skills needed to function in a less restrictive setting. Visits for TDU residents are non-contact. If someone has recently been moved to the TDU, call (252) 653-5501 to confirm the current visit rules for that unit.

Video Visits Through Getting Out

If traveling to Hookerton is not possible, Maury CI offers video visits through the Getting Out Visits app. Visit sso.gtlconnect.com or download the Getting Out Visits app, create a free account, and find Maury Correctional Institution to schedule a session.

You must be on the approved visitor list to use video visits. The list is the same one used for in-person visits.

What Happens During the Visit

Visits take place in the designated visitation area. During the visit:

• Stay in the area where staff direct you
• Do not exchange items with the person unless specifically authorized by staff in advance
• Conduct yourself calmly and follow all officer instructions

A visit can be ended early if visitors do not follow the rules. Misconduct during a visit can affect future visit privileges.

Medical Needs and Accommodations

If you use a wheelchair, cane, oxygen, or have a medical condition that affects security screening (like a pacemaker or joint replacement), contact the facility before your visit at (252) 653-5501. Bringing documentation from your doctor helps staff prepare for your arrival and speeds up screening.

Getting to Maury CI

Maury Correctional Institution is at 2568 Moore Rouse Road in Hookerton, in Greene County in eastern North Carolina. Hookerton is a small rural community. The nearest larger towns with gas, food, and lodging are Kinston (about 20 miles southwest) and Goldsboro (about 35 miles northwest). Plan your trip before you leave and confirm visiting hours in advance.

Holiday Schedule Changes

Visiting schedules can change around major holidays or during facility security events. Always call or email ahead before traveling, especially around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. If you are traveling from far away, call (252) 653-5501 to ask about options.