Find an Inmate at HighTower Unit
How to find and look up an inmate at this facility
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Overview
Start with Texas's statewide offender search or a facility roster. Use the best identifier you haveāname, booking number, or TDCJ/SID number. Adding someone to the visitation scheduler? Enter their TDCJ or SID number as an exact 8-digit identifier. After requesting visitor status, the system sends a Relationship Request to the unit for staff verification. If the inmate's visitation privileges have been removed, you'll see "Not Approved for Visits" instead of a Schedule Visit button. Sign up for state notification services if available, and double-check details across sources before making travel plans.
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Quick Facts
- When adding an inmate in the scheduler, the inmate's TDCJ or SID number must be exactly 8 digits.
- A Relationship Request to add a visitor is sent to the inmateās unit for staff verification.
- If an inmateās visitation privileges are removed, the interface will display 'Not Approved for Visits' instead of a Schedule Visit button.
- Mail sent to the Digital Processing Center must include the inmateās full name and TDCJ number and be mailed to PO Box 660400, Dallas, TX 75266-0400.
- Creating an online visitation account triggers an email with a 7-digit validation code and a link to complete registration.
Common Questions
How can I find someone at HighTower Unit?
Use Texas's statewide offender search or a facility roster. Search by the most specific information you haveāname, booking number, or TDCJ/SID number. Confirm details across sources before planning a visit.
What information do I need to add an inmate to the visitation scheduler?
To add an inmate in the visitation scheduler, you need their TDCJ or SID number entered as exactly 8 digits. If you donāt have it, look it up first using Texasās statewide offender-search tools.
Where should I send mail for an inmate at HighTower Unit?
For mail going through the Digital Processing Center, include the inmate's full name and TDCJ number and send it to PO Box 660400, Dallas, TX 75266-0400. Confirm the addressing format and mail rules on the facility or TDCJ contact page before mailing.
What happens after I create an online visitation account for HighTower Unit?
After registering, you'll get an email with a 7-digit validation code and a link to complete setup. When scheduling, you'll see visit types like Regular, Contact, and Video/Tablet. Have the inmate's identifying details ready.
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