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Texas Inmate Search

Updated on: November 21, 2024
Department Name
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Location
P.O. Box 13084. Austin, Texas 78711
Phone Number
Fax
(512) 475-3250
(512) 305-9398

About Texas Department of Criminal Justice

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The correctional system in Texas is overseen by several organizations, each responsible for a different aspect of the process. The key organizations are:

Types of Correctional Institutions in Texas

There are several types of correctional facilities in Texas, reflecting the diversity of the state's approach to corrections.

State Prisons

State prisons in Texas are overseen by the TDCJ. These facilities house individuals who have been sentenced to serve time for felony offenses. State prisons include:

County Jails

County jails are operated by County Sheriff's Departments. These facilities typically house individuals who are awaiting trial or serving sentences for misdemeanor offenses.

City Jails

City jails, managed by City Police Departments, typically hold individuals for short periods, usually following an arrest, before transferring them to a county jail or releasing them.

Federal Prisons

Federal prisons in Texas house individuals who have been convicted of federal crimes. These facilities are managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP).

Inmate Search Options for Texas Correctional Facilities

For individuals seeking to find someone in a Texas correctional facility, there are a variety of online and offline search options available:

Texas Department of Criminal Justice

County Jails

City Jails

Federal Prisons

In addition to these resources, third-party websites such as VINELink offer nationwide offender search capabilities. Always verify information obtained from third-party websites with the relevant authorities to ensure accuracy.

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Types of Correctional Facilities in Texas

Texas Prisons and Jails