Find an Inmate at Montford Unit, TX
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Overview
Before making the trip to Montford Unit, confirm the person is actually assigned there and currently has visitation privileges. Each inmate is generally allowed one visit per weekend, but check for any exceptions or special scheduling rules. If you've been removed from an inmate's Visitors List, you can appeal in writing to the Director's Review Committee within 14 days. Using an online scheduler or vendor portal? Add the inmate using the 8-digit TDCJ/SID number to prevent lookup errors. If you don't have an offender ID (or want ongoing updates), use Texas state offender search tools, federal locator tools, or statewide notification services to locate the inmate and register for alerts.
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Quick Facts
- Visitors must confirm the inmate is assigned to Montford Unit and has visitation privileges before traveling.
- Each inmate is generally allowed one visit per weekend.
- Individuals removed from an inmate's Visitors List may appeal in writing to the Director's Review Committee within 14 days.
- The inmate TDCJ/SID number used to add an inmate in the online scheduler must be 8 digits long.
- To send personal mail for digital processing use the TDCJ Digital Processing Center PO Box 660400, Dallas, TX 75266-0400 with the inmate name and TDCJ number.
Common Questions
How do I verify someone is assigned to Montford Unit?
Verify the person’s unit assignment and visitation privileges before you travel. If you don’t have the TDCJ/SID number, use Texas offender search tools or federal locator services, and consider signing up for statewide notification services for status-change alerts.
How many visits is an inmate at Montford Unit allowed?
Each inmate is generally allowed one visit per weekend. Check with the unit for any exceptions or special scheduling rules.
What can I do if I'm removed from an inmate's visitors list at Montford Unit?
You may appeal the removal in writing to the Director’s Review Committee. The appeal must be submitted within 14 days of removal.
How do I send mail to an inmate at Montford Unit?
Send personal mail for digital processing to the TDCJ Digital Processing Center, PO Box 660400, Dallas, TX 75266-0400. Include the inmate’s name and TDCJ number.
Who should I contact about problems with inmate phones or e-messaging services?
For issues with inmate phones, tablets, or e-messaging vendors, send complaints to the Inmate Technology Services Contract Manager or email offenderphones@tdcj.texas.gov.
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