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What to wear to a federal prison visit
FCI Lompoc II
Official rules (PDF) En español (PDF)
| Skirts and dresses | Skirts/dresses, including slits, not above bend of knee (0 inches). |
|---|---|
| Shorts | No jogging shorts; knee-length Bermuda-type shorts allowed. |
| Colors to avoid | No khaki-colored clothing of any type. No grey-colored clothing of any type. |
| Leggings, spandex | No tight pants or tight or revealing shirts or blouses. |
| Bras and metal | Female visitors must wear undergarments (bra). |
| Camouflage, military | Not in the written rules. Many prisons ban both; leave them home. |
| Shoes | No open-toed shoes; shoes must be worn at all times. |
| Children | No exceptions: clothing rules apply to all visitors regardless of age. |
All 21 rules, in the BOP's own words
Length and fit
- Skirts/dresses, including slits, not above bend of knee (0 inches).
type shorts are permitted. Skirts with slits or dresses that
- No jogging shorts; knee-length Bermuda-type shorts allowed.
jogging shorts, are not allowed. However, knee length Bermuda-
- No sleeveless shirts.
blouses, halter or sleeveless shirts, hoodies, athletic pants or
- No halter shirts.
blouses, halter or sleeveless shirts, hoodies, athletic pants or
- No see-through clothing.
Watches, sunglasses, hats, scarfs, gloves, open toed shoes, see-
- No tight pants or tight or revealing shirts or blouses.
through clothing, tight pants, tight or revealing shirts or
- No athletic pants or jogging shorts.
blouses, halter or sleeveless shirts, hoodies, athletic pants or
Colors and uniforms
- No khaki-colored clothing of any type.
type of khaki or grey colored clothing is also prohibited. The
- No grey-colored clothing of any type.
type of khaki or grey colored clothing is also prohibited. The
Bras, underwear and metal
- Female visitors must wear undergarments (bra).
visitors must wear undergarments (bra). Visitors will not be
Shoes
- No open-toed shoes; shoes must be worn at all times.
Watches, sunglasses, hats, scarfs, gloves, open toed shoes, see-
Hats, hoods and coats
- No hats or scarves.
Watches, sunglasses, hats, scarfs, gloves, open toed shoes, see-
- No hoodies.
blouses, halter or sleeveless shirts, hoodies, athletic pants or
- Prohibited clothing may not be worn under coats or jackets.
wearing of prohibited clothing items under coats or jackets is
Children
- No exceptions: clothing rules apply to all visitors regardless of age.
Clothing regulations apply to all visitors, regardless of age.
Everything else
- No club, gang, or other organization symbols.
gang, or other organization symbols is strictly prohibited.
- No plain white T-shirt as the only shirt.
allowed to wear plain white T-shirts as their only shirt. Shoes
- No professional sports team items or clothing.
also prohibited. No professional sport’s team related items or
- No watches, sunglasses, or gloves.
Watches, sunglasses, hats, scarfs, gloves, open toed shoes, see-
If they say no
- Immodestly or provocatively dressed visitors may be denied visiting.
provocatively dressed may be denied the privilege of visiting.
- Operations Lieutenant or IDO decides on questionable attire.
the Operations Lieutenant or the IDO who will make the decision
What almost every prison bans
- Short skirts and dresses (each prison sets its own length)
- Sleeveless tops
- See-through or mesh clothing
- Shorts (kids are often an exception)
- Hats (religious head coverings usually allowed)
- Khaki, or anything like the inmate uniform
- Open-toe shoes
- Backless, strapless or halter tops
- Tight or form-fitting clothing
- Sweatpants and sweatshirts
- Leggings and spandex
- Flip-flops and sandals
- Offensive words, gang colors or symbols
- Low-cut tops
- Camouflage
- Anything showing the stomach
An outfit that passes almost everywhere: jeans or slacks with no holes, a plain t-shirt with sleeves (no words, not khaki or green), closed-toe shoes, a sports bra, no hat.
From each prison's visiting rules on bop.gov, checked November 2, 2026. Turned away for something not in the rules? Tell Scooter.