Send Photos & Mail at Hamilton Unit, TX

How to send messages, photos, and packages

Overview

Hamilton Unit offers several ways to stay connected: phone calls, JPay e-messaging, and inmate tablets. To receive calls, register your phone number at texasprisonphone.com using the inmate's TDCJ ID. Calls route through the vendor system, can be monitored, and typically require payment through a vendor-managed account or prepaid options. For electronic messages, JPay handles e-messaging—create an account at jpay.com, buy electronic stamps, and send your message. Messages are screened before delivery. Tablet access isn't guaranteed. Eligibility depends on custody level, disciplinary history, and other criteria. Some tablet apps or features may have vendor fees.

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Quick Facts

  • You must register your telephone number at texasprisonphone.com and provide the inmate’s TDCJ ID to receive calls.
  • JPay e-messaging requires registration at jpay.com and purchase of electronic stamps to send messages to inmates.
  • Tablet access at Hamilton Unit is determined by custody level, disciplinary history, and other eligibility criteria.
  • Phone calls are routed through the vendor system, are subject to monitoring, and typically use vendor-managed payment methods.
  • Letters must include the inmate’s full name, TDCJ number, and the Hamilton Unit address.

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Common Questions

How do I register to receive phone calls from an inmate at Hamilton Unit?

Register your telephone number at texasprisonphone.com and enter the inmate’s TDCJ ID when prompted. Then complete the vendor’s registration and payment steps to activate calling to your number.

How can I send electronic messages to an inmate at Hamilton Unit?

Create an account at jpay.com and purchase electronic stamps to send e-messages. Messages are screened under facility/vendor rules before delivery to the inmate’s tablet or as printed copies.

Do inmates at Hamilton Unit have access to tablets and do they cost anything?

Tablets are available only to eligible inmates based on custody level, disciplinary history, and other criteria. Some tablet apps or messaging/features may require rental or subscription fees set by the vendor.

What can I mail to an inmate at Hamilton Unit?

You can mail personal letters, as long as the envelope shows the inmate’s full name, TDCJ number, and the Hamilton Unit address. Books, magazines, and newspapers are permitted only from publishers or approved sellers. Do not send packages or personal items like food, clothing, jewelry, or toiletries.

Can I send a book or magazine to someone at Hamilton Unit?

Yes—but only if the book, magazine, or newspaper is mailed directly by the publisher or an approved seller; items sent from individuals aren’t allowed. Some verified publisher shipments may be routed differently than regular personal mail.

How should I address a letter to an inmate at Hamilton Unit?

Address the envelope with the inmate’s full name, TDCJ number, and the Hamilton Unit address. Include your full return address, and follow the standard addressing and content requirements to avoid rejection.

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