Find an Inmate at ODaniel Unit, TX
Search for an inmate at ODaniel Unit, TX and get help with contacting an inmate, visitation, and sending money.
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Overview
To find someone at O'Daniel Unit, start with Texas's statewide offender search or other public custody locators—it's usually the quickest first step. Adding an inmate to your online profile? You'll need their TDCJ or SID number, exactly 8 digits. Don't have the ID yet? Use the statewide search to look up booking details or find the correct identifier first. For sending money, the facility references eCommDirect, a secure online option that accepts Visa, MasterCard, or Discover and charges a service fee for trust fund deposits. Notification services can alert you to custody-status updates, but always confirm critical legal details with official sources.
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Quick Facts
- The TDCJ or SID number used to add an inmate to your profile must be exactly 8 digits long.
- eCommDirect is a secure way to deposit funds to an offender's trust fund using Visa, MasterCard, or Discover for a service fee.
- If you don't know an inmate's TDCJ/SID, use the Texas statewide offender search to locate booking details or the correct identifier.
- Registration-based notification services provide frequent custody-status updates but are not official legal records.
Common Questions
How do I find an inmate at O'Daniel Unit?
Start with the Texas statewide offender search or other public custody locators used for state facilities. If you have a booking number or SID, use it as your main identifier for faster results.
What identifier do I need to add an inmate to my profile?
Use the inmate’s TDCJ or SID number. It must be exactly 8 digits long to add them to your profile.
How can I add money to an inmate's account for O'Daniel Unit?
Use eCommDirect to deposit funds to the offender’s trust fund online. It accepts Visa, MasterCard, or Discover and charges a service fee.
Related Guides
Create and Manage Your TDCJ Visitation Scheduler Account (for O'Daniel Unit visitors)
To request a visit at the O'Daniel Unit, you'll need your own TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler account with a verified email and completed visitor profile. The process is straightforward once you know where people typically get stuck—email validation, the questionnaire, and adding the inmate correctly.
How to Register Your Phone Number to Receive Calls from an O'Daniel Unit Inmate
Want to receive phone calls from someone at the O'Daniel Unit? You'll need to register your number first. Once enrolled with TDCJ's phone system, the inmate can place paid calls to you—provided they're eligible and following TDCJ rules.
How to Send Money to an Inmate at O'Daniel Unit (All accepted methods)
Sending money to someone at a TDCJ facility is straightforward once you know the rules. Here's what you need to know about deposit methods and who's allowed to send funds.