Before You Drive to Middleton Unit: Pre-Visit Checklist

First, confirm the inmate is actually assigned to Middleton Unit and has visitation privileges. Things change fast - TDCJ updates visitation info once daily on weekdays and multiple times on visitation days. I recommend calling the unit for final confirmation before you travel.

Make sure you're on the inmate's approved visitor list before you leave home. Not sure? Call the unit to verify. Don't wait until you've already made the drive.

Check the visitation schedule and confirm visits haven't been canceled for the day. Even if the inmate is eligible, they can't receive visitors when visitation is canceled. Updates happen once daily on weekdays and multiple times on visitation days - call the unit for a final check before you get on the road.

What to Bring ID and Cash

• ✓ Photo identification (ID) accepted by TDCJ

Plan your money situation before you arrive. TDCJ’s guidance is not to bring cash onto the unit except coins, and the coin total can’t be more than $35 - so leave bills and extra cash at home or secured in your vehicle.

Clothing and Prohibited Items

• ✓ Check your clothing ahead of time to make sure it complies with TDCJ visitation clothing guidelines

Double-check your pockets, bags, and vehicle before you pull up. Don't bring prohibited items onto Middleton Unit. Be ready for a search - staff can search both visitors and vehicles.

If you need a special visit or a visit with special accommodations, get it arranged with the unit before you show up. And if you’ve already made special arrangements, call before you leave to make sure everything is confirmed and in place. For spiritual visits, coordination must go through the warden’s office.