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Polunsky Unit is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - maximum facility.
The phone carrier is Securus Tech®, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders
Located at 3872 FM 350 S in Livingston, TX, Polunsky Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Polunsky Unit offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.
When someone you care about ends up in a state prison, it can be tough to navigate the ins and outs of the system. From figuring out how to stay in touch to understanding what you can do to make their time easier, it can feel overwhelming. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get the lowdown on TDCJ - Allan B. Polunsky Unit (TL) so you can stay connected and support your loved one during their time inside.
Communication is important, the prison offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.
While incarcerated, reading is often the best use of time. Please note that books and magazines, puzzles, and word searches ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.
The Polunsky Unit, a facility exclusively for male inmates, boasts a capacity of 2,984 individuals. It accommodates a diverse range of custody levels, including G1-G5, Death Row, Security Detention, and Mental Health inmates. Situated across approximately 472 acres, the unit is engaged in various agricultural operations, including managing security horses, security pack canines, a tree farm, and both unit and food bank garden programs.
In terms of manufacturing and logistics, the Polunsky Unit operates a box factory. Facility operations primarily focus on unit maintenance, ensuring the upkeep and functionality of the premises. While there are no additional operations beyond this, the unit offers robust medical services. These include ambulatory medical, dental, and mental health care available around the clock. With a seventeen-bed infirmary, chronic care clinics, and specialized facilities for geriatric care, the unit is well-equipped to address the diverse medical needs of its population. Managed by UTMB, services are provided on a single level, with accommodations for CPAP users.
Special treatment programs at Polunsky include the Mental Health Therapeutic Diversion Program (MHTDP), designed to support inmates with mental health concerns. Educational opportunities are abundant, covering literacy, pre-release initiatives, cognitive intervention, and various career and technology programs such as automotive specialization, electrical trades, and HVACR.
Additionally, the unit offers a range of programs and services to support rehabilitation and reentry into society. These include faith-based dormitories, adult education programs, peer education, reentry planning, chaplaincy services, and initiatives like Crime Stoppers and the GO KIDS Initiative. Polunsky also contributes to community work projects, providing services to the local food bank and the Texas Department of Transportation. Volunteer initiatives play a crucial role, covering employment and job skills, substance abuse education, life skills, parent training, support groups, mentoring, and religious or faith-based studies and activities.
TDCJ - Allan B. Polunsky Unit - Family Information Guide
TDCJ - Allan B. Polunsky Unit - Inmate Handbook
Polunsky Unit maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.
If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.
Visitation plays an important role in maintaining the association between inmates and their friends and family as well as strengthening family ties. Visitation Procedure Update (effective December 28, 2023)
Confirm the inmate is assigned to the unit you are planning to visit and has visitation privileges.
Inmate Information Search
Confirm the unit visitation schedule and verify that visitation has not been canceled. An eligible inmate cannot receive visitors if visitation has been canceled.
Bring photo identification (ID). Click here for a list of appropriate photo identification.
Check clothing for compliance. Click here for guidelines.
Make sure you are not bringing prohibited items on the unit. Vehicles and visitors are subject to search by unit staff. Click here for items allowed and not allowed.
Do not bring cash (except coins, not more than $35).
No cell phones inside the secure perimeter.
Special visits or visits requiring special accommodations should be arranged before the visit. If you have made special arrangements with the unit, call before leaving to ensure that plans for your visit have been made and are in place. Click here for examples of special visits and special accommodations.
Spiritual visits must be coordinated through the warden’s office.
Each inmate is only allowed one visit per weekend. To the extent possible, individuals on an inmate’s Visitors List should coordinate with one another and with the inmate to prevent subsequent visitors from being declined when they arrive at the unit.
General Information Guide for Families of Inmates (English/Español) - PDF
Inmate Rules and Regulations for Visitation (English/Español) - PDF
