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Who to Call Before Visiting Johnston Unit (and what to confirm)
Before you make the drive to Johnston Unit, make one quick call. It's the easiest way to avoid showing up for a visit that can't happen.
Visitation at Johnston Unit, TX
How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Overview
Before you travel to Johnston Unit, call ahead to confirm the inmate is assigned there and has visitation privileges. All visitors 18 and older need a current government-issued photo ID—at least one must show a current physical address (certified victims of family violence have exceptions). Schedule visits through your own TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler account. After entering your email, watch for a 7-digit validation code and link to finish registration. Enter phone numbers as "XXX XXX XXXX" and use the inmate's 8-digit TDCJ or SID number to add them. If privileges are removed, the scheduler shows "Not Approved for Visits." Leave cash at home—coins only, up to $35—and keep your cell phone outside the secure perimeter. Removed from a Visitors List? You can appeal in writing within 14 days.
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Quick Facts
- Always call Johnston Unit to confirm the inmate is assigned there and has visitation privileges before you travel.
- Visitors may not bring cash (coins only) and the coin limit is $35.
- You must create your own TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler account; staff cannot create accounts for you.
- Each inmate is allowed only one visit per weekend and the scheduler will hide or block dates when an inmate already has a visit.
Visitation Guides
Common Questions
Do I need an online account to schedule visits at Johnston Unit?
Yes. You must create your own TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler account (staff can’t create it for you). After you submit your email, you’ll get a 7-digit validation code and link to complete registration; enter phone numbers as “XXX XXX XXXX,” and use the inmate’s 8-digit TDCJ or SID number to add them.
Can I bring my phone or cash when visiting Johnston Unit?
No—cell phones aren’t allowed inside the secure perimeter. Cash is also prohibited; you may bring coins only, up to a $35 limit.
What can I do if I'm removed from an inmate's Visitors List at Johnston Unit?
You can submit a written appeal to the Director’s Review Committee at PO Box 99, Huntsville, TX within 14 days of the removal notice. If the inmate’s visitation privileges are revoked, the scheduler will show “Not Approved for Visits” instead of the Schedule Visit button.
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How to Send Money to Someone at Johnston Unit (and who is allowed to send it)
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Mail & Digital Mail at Johnston Unit: What You Can Send, Where to Address It, and Stationery Options
Mail rules can feel picky. But once you know where things go and what's off-limits, avoiding returns and delays gets much easier.
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Setting Up the TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler (so you can schedule visits at Johnston Unit)
Setting up the TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler is straightforward, but a few small details can trip you up. Follow these steps to get your account created, verified, and ready to request visits at Johnston Unit.
