***NOTICE***
Electronic devices capable of recording, transmitting or receiving, video, audio or data are STRICTLY PROHIBITED within Jail Management Division facilities. These devices include, but are not limited to, cellular telephones, cameras, laptops, tablets, smart-watches, smart-glasses, digital recorders, tape recorders, two way radios, etc.
Possession of such items violates Section 205.25 of the New York State Penal Law and subjects the perpetrator to arrest and criminal prosecution.
HALT Act
HALT ACT DATA REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Erie County Correctional Facility - Alden, NY [UPDATED 01/06/2026]
Tuesday
Sign up: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Visitation: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Sign up: 7:10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Visitation: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Thursday
Sign up: 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Visitation: 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
ECCF VISITING SCHEDULE
WEEK OF 4/14/26 – 4/17/26
Tuesday: APRIL 14
Sign up: 7:10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Visitation: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday: APRIL 15
No Visits on the 0700-1500 shift
Sign up: 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Visitation: 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Thursday: APRIL 16
Sign up: 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Visitation: 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Friday: APRIL 17
Sign up: 7:10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Visitation: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Erie County Holding Center - Buffalo, NY [UPDATED 01/06/2026]
TUESDAY
Sign Up times for Visiting Hours:
Sign up 7:30 am – 11:00 am
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
WEDNESDAY
Sign Up times for Visiting Hours:
Sign up 7:30 am – 11:00 am
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Video Visitation
Erie County Holding Center / Erie County Correctional Facility
VIDEO VISITATION: Scheduling
http://thevisitor.icsenforcer.com/index.php/jail-information/84-ereny
Please visit this webpage for any updates concerning the status of onsite Visitation at the Erie County Holding Center and the Erie County Correctional Facility.
The Sheriff's Office provides medical and dental services to the ECHC and ECCF through the Erie County Sheriff's Office Correctional Health Unit. The Correctional Health Unit ensures timely and appropriate medical care for incarcerated individuals. They provide access to medical providers, nursing care, medication, and urgent treatment needs. They also serve as the referral source for mental health and dentistry. The Correctional Health Unit can be reached at 716-858-8931.
The Erie County Department of Mental Health Services, through the Adult Forensic Mental Health Clinic, is responsible for both adult facilities' behavioral and mental health services. The Mental Health Unit can be reached at 716-858-8095.
The Erie County Sheriff's Office now has a tip line for PREA (Prisoners Rape Elimination Act); it is 716-858-8176. This confidential line can be used to report sexual abuse or harassment. Calls will be accepted from inmates and the general public. Please have the following information available: name and status of victim, name and status of suspect, date and time of the incident, the specific location of the incident, and description of the alleged conduct.
Record Keeping and Reporting 7076.7(b)
(c) Each facility shall publish monthly reports on its website, with semi-annual and annual cumulative reports, of the total number of people in segregated confinement on the first day of each month. The reports shall provide a breakdown of the number of people in segregated confinement.
Addiction & Mental Health Resources
For free addiction resources, please visit: Addictions
For Mental Health Support, please visit: EriePath