TDCJ - Wallace Pack Unit (P1)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 10, 2024
Address
2400 Wallace Pack Rd, Navasota, TX 77868
Beds
1157
County
Grimes
Phone
936-825-3728

Pack 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

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You can support your loved ones at Pack Unit on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 936-825-3728.

Located at 2400 Wallace Pack Rd in Navasota, TX, Pack Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Pack 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 - Wallace Pack Unit (P1) 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 Pack Unit, exclusively housing male inmates, has a capacity of 1,157 in the main unit and an additional 321 in the trusty camp. Located on a sprawling 7,002-acre site, which it shares with the Luther Unit. Pack engages in various agricultural operations in collaboration with Luther. These operations include a range of activities such as cow/calf operations, cultivation of edible and field crops, and managing a swine finishing operation, among others.

In terms of manufacturing and logistics, the Pack Unit operates a surplus warehouse. Facility operations primarily focus on unit maintenance to ensure a safe and functional environment for the inmates. Additional operations include the deployment of scent-specific canines to enhance security measures.

Medical services at Pack are comprehensive, offering ambulatory medical, dental, and mental health care, including specialized facilities such as a 12-bed infirmary and a Type I Geriatric Facility. These services, managed by UTMB, are available round the clock, with digital medical services and electronic specialty clinics to meet various healthcare needs.

Special treatment programs at Pack cater to specific inmate requirements, including the Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Recovery Program and programs for sex offenders. Educational opportunities encompass literacy programs, pre-release initiatives, cognitive intervention sessions, and career and technology programs such as construction carpentry and hospitality and tourism training.

The facility also provides various additional programs and services to support inmate rehabilitation and well-being, including faith-based dormitories, adult education programs, peer education initiatives, and reentry planning assistance. Community engagement is fostered through community work projects benefiting city agencies and Texas Parks and Wildlife.

Volunteer initiatives play a crucial role in supporting inmate rehabilitation efforts at Pack, with programs focusing on literacy and education, employment and job skills, substance abuse education, support groups, victims awareness, and religious or faith-based studies and activities. Through these comprehensive efforts, the Pack Unit aims to facilitate inmate rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.

Inmate Locator

Pack 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.

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Visitation Information

Inmate Visitation

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)

Preparing for your visit:

Before you travel to a unit:

  • Confirm the inmate is assigned to the unit you are planning to visit and has visitation privileges.
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  • Confirm the unit visitation schedule and verify that visitation has not been canceled. An eligible inmate cannot receive visitors if visitation has been canceled.

  • Do not bring cash (except coins, not more than $35).

  • No cell phones inside the secure perimeter.

  • 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

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