Burnet Intermediate Sanction Facility

You can support your loved ones at Burnet ISF on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 512-756-7628.

The Burnet Intermediate Sanction Facility is overseen by the Burnet Sheriff's Department and consists of six community-based programs that supervise both pre-sentenced and post-sentenced offenders, prioritizing public safety and cost-effective alternatives to incarceration. Working in collaboration with the County's Work Release Center, located at 501 Coke St Burnet, TX, and other criminal justice agencies, the division oversees thousands of offenders in the community.

A Community Corrections Facility is a structured, supportive environment designed for low-risk offenders and those nearing the end of their sentences, with a primary goal of rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. Unlike traditional high-security prisons, these facilities offer programs that focus on personal development, employment skills, and behavioral health, addressing the needs of individuals through targeted support. Common offerings include substance abuse treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, anger management, and vocational training, equipping residents with tools to overcome personal challenges and establish constructive habits.

Many Community Corrections facilities also feature work release programs, allowing individuals to work outside during the day and return in the evening, fostering a sense of responsibility and aiding the transition back into the community. Security is maintained through a combination of supervision and strict adherence to facility rules, ensuring a safe and structured environment. By promoting accountability and providing practical resources, Community Corrections facilities play a vital role in reducing recidivism, supporting public safety, and empowering residents to make positive, lasting changes in their lives.

The Intermediate Sanction Facility (ISF) is a 54-bed, male Community Corrections Facility operated by the 33rd & 424th Judicial Districts Community Supervision and Corrections Department. Located in Burnet, Texas, in the picturesque Hill Country, the ISF aims to provide an intensive, structured residential setting that emphasizes personal work ethic through mandated work detail. This program is designed to assist offenders whose dysfunctional lifestyles stem from inadequate educational and life skills, failure to maintain employment or a high risk of revocation. The ISF offers the Court system a viable means of managing salvageable offenders while adhering to public safety guidelines.

Community Supervision Officers interested in placing a probationer into the ISF Program should contact Rhonda Gilmore at (512) 756-7628 for placement screening and criteria.

Family members must contact the facility before dropping off clothing or other permitted items for a resident. To arrange a drop-off at the front door of the facility, call (512) 756-7628 to speak with a staff member. Drop-offs are permitted Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 4 PM, with only one drop-off allowed per resident. Subsequent items must be mailed to the facility. Unscheduled visits are not permitted; family members must confirm a time with the staff.

The ISF upholds a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment and abuse, under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).

Furloughs:
- Residents in Phase 3 are allowed one 8-hour furlough.
- Residents in Phase 4 are allowed two 8-hour furloughs, which can be used individually. Furloughs begin at 9:00 AM and residents must return by 5:00 PM. Furloughs are not granted to residents with behavioral problems.

Approved sponsors for furloughs must have a valid driver's license and comply with Texas state laws regarding vehicle ownership. Phase III and IV residents who are employed and in compliance with ISF rules are eligible for specific privileges:
- Phase III: One phone call or video chat OR one 8-hour furlough.
- Phase IV: Two phone calls or video chats OR two 8-hour furloughs (one per month).

Furlough privileges must be used during the designated phase period and may be revoked if rules are not followed. All furloughs must return within the allowed eight hours, with standard times from 9 AM to 5 PM, except in emergencies.

Residents unable to take a furlough may submit a written request to trade it for a Google Chat or phone call. Only family members listed on the initial intake furlough form are allowed to take a resident on a furlough. The family member must present a valid driver's license on the day of the furlough and drive the vehicle. Public or private paid transports (e.g., Uber, taxi) are not permitted. The same family member must return the resident to the facility, and any variation can result in sanctions.

Weekend furlough forms are due by the Monday evening before the requested date in the dorm box.