Parker County Jail - LaSalle

Private Facility

Last Updated: November 05, 2022
Address
612 Jameson St, Weatherford, TX 76086
Beds
449
County
Parker
Phone
817-594-4208
Fax
817-594-7809
Email
larry.fowler@parkercountytx.com

Parker Co Jail is for Private Facility offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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You can support your loved ones at Parker Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 817-594-4208.

Located in Weatherford, TX, Parker Co Jail operates as a private contractor with various government agency agreements providing state-minimum custody requirements. Programs are offered to all custody levels, including work release residents focused on reentry success. With a strong emphasis on rehabilitation, Parker Co Jail provides comprehensive educational and vocational opportunities. Onsite amenities include dietary, health, fitness, educational, religious, and recreational services. Regular inspections ensure compliance with government standards, ensuring the facility's continued operation.

While the jail is the constitutional responsibility of the sheriff, its daily operations are managed by LaSalle Corrections.
Inmate Commissary - Commissary is subcontracted out to LoneStar Commissary. Offenders are allowed to make weekly purchases up to $200. If you wish to send money to an inmate for their commissary purchases, you can drop off a cashier’s check or money order to the visitation officer during visitation hours or mail one into the facility. The cashier’s check or money order must be in the name of “C/O Inmate Trust Fund” and then the inmate's name.
Meals - Inmates are served three hot meals per day, with a minimum of 3,000 calories per offender per day. Special diets are provided as required either medically or religiously.
Medical and Mental Health - Medical physician services are contracted and an on-site infirmary is provided and staffed 24 hours a day by medical care professionals. Mental health services are provided by the Pecan Valley Centers for Behavioral and Developmental Healthcare.

The goal for all LaSalle inmate programs is to change lives through the implementation and development of evidence-based and innovative programming solutions. From booking to re-entry, LaSalle offers a variety of programs and services to securely process, house, treat, and return inmates to society. In addition to offering typical activities like outside recreation, telephone communications, and commissary services in our facilities, there are opportunities to pursue continuing education, participate in rehabilitative programs, develop vocational skills, and even earn additional income that is available to inmates.

Program Categories:
• Accountability Planning - Supervision strategies are devised by a panel of advisors (i.e., law enforcement, community partners, correctional staff, family members, etc.) in order to assure a continuum of care for the offender during incarceration and upon release. This process begins with an initial intake process for the offender in order to assess programming needs and then follows with the implementation of an individualized plan aimed at preparing the offender for successful re-entry.
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) - CBT addresses emotional, psychological, and cognitive disorders through behavior modifications. By aiding offenders in recognizing responses to different environments and situations, CBT impacts decision-making. It identifies detrimental patterns of thought and attempts to alter them. It is effective in treating substance abuse disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, and anxiety disorders.
• Family Reunification - Children with offender parents are five to six times more likely to be incarcerated than children without offender parents. Family reunification programming focuses on strengthening family support networks. Regular visitation (both face-to-face & video conferencing), family counseling, parenting skills, and services provided for the well being of the child/children, are all utilized resources.
• Victim Awareness - Offenders do not always understand the impact of crime on the community, particularly the victims. Victim awareness programming enhances offenders' comprehension of the cause and effect nature of their actions, especially as it regards to the experience of being victimized. Programming may include any resources that assist the offender in attaining this comprehension, such as panels made up of victims, facilitated group discussion, statistics, audio/visual materials, and more.
• Workforce Development - Work release programs provide a community-based experience for offenders before their release date, and the Workforce Development Program coordinates work release activities with pre-transition educational and vocational training (i.e., GED, technical certification, computer training, etc.) because the synchronization of these processes allows offenders to develop a career path by providing them with marketable skills.
Specific Programs:
• GED, Literacy Training, CDL Computer-based training, Carpentry, Plumbing, Welding, Mechanical Training, Electrical Training, Heavy Equipment Training, Computer Training, Work-Release, Resume Training, Job Application Training, Offender Managed Newsletters, Freedmen Ministry - Accountability Planning & Workforce Development.
• Faith-based Substance Abuse Programs (Celebrate Recovery, Breaking Out: Faith-based Recovery, Drawing Near - Accountability Planning, CBT, Family Reunification, & Victim Awareness.
• Secular Substance Abuse Programs (AA, NA, CA, Blue Walters 90 Substance Abuse Program, STAR 1-year Substance Abuse Program) - Accountability Planning, CBT, Family Reunification, & Victim Awareness.
• Multi-denominational Worship Services, Group and Individual Counseling, Bible Study Sessions, Reading Groups, Offender Choirs, Angel Tree Christmas Gift Ministry, Traveling Sports Teams, Bicycle Repair Program - Accountability Planning, CBT, Family Reunification, & Workforce Development.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Texas. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Parker County Jail - LaSalle.

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Visitation Information

Parker County Jail - Visitation

To ensure the safety of the public, staff, and inmates the following COVID plan will be followed for the duration of visits at the Parker County Jail:

  • Mask will be mandatory for inmates and visitors upon entrance and during the duration of each visit.
  • The minimum time for visitation is 20 minutes, in-person, non-contact, and two times per week. There shall be at least one visitation period allowed in the evening or weekend periods.
  • Visitor’s temperatures will be checked prior to entrance. Any temperature 100 degrees or higher will not be allowed entrance to visit.
  • Inmate temperatures will be checked prior to being allowed to visit.
  • Sanitation spray and towels will be available for each visitor to sanitize their phone prior to utilizing between each visitor.
  • Sanitation spray and towels will be provided to each inmate prior to each visit to sanitize their phone prior to each visit.

Visitation is limited to 4 visitors per inmate. Visitors may switch within the 20 minute time frame. All adult visitors must show a VALID ID. (USM US Marshals). Please show up 20 minutes prior to sign up. All offenders receive 2 visits per week.

Sunday

  • Male General Population 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Females 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • 17-Year-Old Males 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Monday

  • Male General Population 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Male USM 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Tuesdays

  • Male Protective Custody 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
  • Male High Risk 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • 17-Year-Old 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Male General Population with last names beginning with the letters A-K 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday

  • Females 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Thursday

  • Male Protective Custody 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
  • Males High Risk 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Male General Population with last names beginning with the letters L-Z 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Friday

  • Female 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Male USM 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Trustee Program 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • 17 Year Old 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday

  • Female 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
  • USM Male 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Male High Risk 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Male Protective Custody 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM
  • Trustee Program 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Questions? Contact the Jail Visitation Office at 682-229-2361 (Not staffed 24 hours a day). Otherwise, contact the Jail at 817-594-4208

Frequently Asked Questions

Private Prisons – FAQs

  1. What is a private prison?
      A private prison is a correctional facility owned and operated by a private corporation under a contract with federal, state, or local governments. These facilities house inmates in exchange for a per-inmate daily fee, which the government pays to the company. Private prisons handle security, food, medical care, and rehabilitation programs, but their goal is to operate profitably, which has led to controversy over cost-cutting measures that may affect inmate welfare.

  2. How do private prisons differ from public prisons?
      Unlike state or federal prisons, which are directly operated by government agencies, private prisons function as for-profit businesses. While they must follow contracted guidelines, they often have different staffing policies, fewer rehabilitation programs, and more cost-cutting measures to increase profitability. Public prisons are held directly accountable to taxpayers and elected officials, whereas private prisons are accountable to shareholders and company executives.

  3. Who owns private prisons?
      The two largest private prison companies in the U.S. are:

    • CoreCivic (formerly Corrections Corporation of America - CCA)
    • The GEO Group
      These companies manage numerous facilities nationwide, contracting with state correctional departments, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Some smaller companies, such as Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and LaSalle Corrections, also operate private correctional facilities.
  4. Do private prisons have different security levels?
      Yes, private prisons operate minimum, medium, and maximum-security facilities, though they primarily house low to medium-security inmates due to contractual limitations. Inmates with violent criminal histories or severe disciplinary problems are often transferred to government-run facilities because private prisons lack the infrastructure and staffing for high-risk populations.

  5. Are private prisons more dangerous than public prisons?
      Multiple studies have shown that private prisons experience higher rates of violence, inmate assaults, and staff turnover than government-run facilities. Cost-cutting measures in staffing and training lead to:

    • Fewer correctional officers per inmate
    • Lower wages lead to high turnover and inexperienced staff
    • Reduced medical care access, contributing to untreated illnesses and mental health crises
      However, some private facilities claim to have lower incident rates due to strict behavioral screening of inmates before placement.
  6. Why do governments use private prisons?
      Governments contract with private prisons to reduce overcrowding, lower operational costs, and provide flexibility in managing inmate populations. When state or federal prisons reach capacity, private prisons act as overflow facilities, housing inmates until space becomes available in public institutions. Some states rely heavily on private prisons due to budget constraints and lack of funding to build new government-run facilities.

  7. Which states use private prisons?
      As of recent reports, the states with the largest private prison populations include:

    • Texas (over 12,000 inmates)
    • Florida (over 10,000 inmates)
    • Arizona (about 8,000 inmates)
    • Georgia (over 7,000 inmates)
      Some states, including California, Illinois, and New York, have banned private prisons for housing state inmates but still allow federal contracts for immigration detainees.
  8. How are private prisons funded?
      Private prisons generate revenue through contracts with government agencies, which pay a fixed daily rate per inmate housed. Additional revenue streams include:

    • Inmate phone services (provided by companies like GTL and Securus, with high per-minute rates)
    • Commissary sales (charging premium prices for snacks, hygiene products, and personal items)
    • Inmate work programs (where inmates are paid as little as $0.12 per hour for labor)
    • Medical co-pays (some facilities charge inmates for non-emergency medical visits)
  9. Do private prisons save taxpayers money?
      Supporters argue that private prisons reduce costs through lower staff wages, fewer pension benefits, and operational efficiencies. However, critics claim these cost savings come at the expense of safety, rehabilitation, and inmate care. Reports indicate that private prisons cut corners on healthcare, food quality, and staffing, which may increase long-term costs due to higher recidivism rates and legal challenges.

  10. Can private prison inmates make phone calls?
      Yes, inmates can make outgoing calls using prepaid phone services such as GTL (ViaPath), Securus, NCIC, Paytel, and IC Solutions. Calls are monitored and recorded, and rates vary by state. Some facilities offer video visitation services, but these are often costly for families.

  11. How do families send money to inmates in private prisons?
      Funds can be deposited through JPay, Western Union, MoneyGram, or facility-approved JailATM kiosks. Private prisons often outsource financial transactions to third-party companies that charge higher fees than public institutions.

  12. Do private prisons offer education and rehabilitation programs?
      Programs vary by contract, but many private prisons offer GED courses, vocational training, and substance abuse counseling. However, these programs are often underfunded, and inmate participation may be limited due to facility staffing shortages.

  13. Do private prisons house federal inmates?
      Yes, private companies contract with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to house federal and immigration detainees. However, in 2021, the Biden administration ordered the DOJ to phase out private prison contracts for BOP inmates, reducing their role in federal incarceration.

  14. What happens if a private prison contract is terminated?
      If a state or federal agency ends a contract, inmates are transferred to public facilities or another private facility. Some private prisons are repurposed for detention centers, mental health facilities, or immigration housing.

  15. Are private prisons subject to the same oversight as public prisons?
      Private prisons must comply with state and federal laws, but they are not subject to the same transparency requirements as public facilities. Some states audit private prisons to ensure compliance, while others allow more operational secrecy due to corporate protection.

  16. Can inmates transfer from private to public prisons?
      Transfers depend on contract terms, inmate classification, and bed availability. Some inmates are transferred if security risks arise, while others remain in private facilities until their sentence is completed.

  17. Do private prisons have higher recidivism rates?
      Studies suggest that private prisons have higher recidivism rates due to fewer rehabilitation programs, lack of mental health support, and profit-driven incentives to keep beds full.

  18. Why are private prisons controversial?
      Critics argue that private prisons prioritize profit over inmate welfare, leading to:

  • Staffing shortages and high officer turnover
  • Inadequate medical care and long delays in receiving treatment
  • Higher rates of violence and assaults
  • Minimal educational and vocational programs
    These concerns have led to state and federal efforts to reduce reliance on private prisons.

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