Visitation at Powledge Unit, TX.

How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements

Overview

Powledge Unit follows TDCJ's one-visit-per-weekend rule. Visiting hours are Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and each regular visit lasts two hours, starting once both you and the inmate are present. Visits are contact visits with limited physical contact: one hug and kiss at the beginning and end, plus holding hands on the table in staff view. Most non-attorney visits may be electronically monitored. If you're 18 or older, bring an acceptable government-issued photo ID. Cell phones aren't allowed inside the secure perimeter, and the only cash you can bring is coins (up to $35). Each inmate can have up to 10 people on their Visitors List. Special visits or accommodations need to be arranged with the unit ahead of time. To request a visit, use the TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler. You'll create your own account and enter the inmate's 8-digit TDCJ/SID number.

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Quick Facts

  • Powledge Unit allows one visit per inmate each weekend (Saturday and Sunday).
  • Weekend visiting hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and a regular visit period is two hours starting when inmate and visitors are present.
  • Visitors age 18 and older must present an acceptable government-issued photo ID to visit.
  • Cell phones are prohibited inside the secure perimeter; visitors should not bring cash except coins up to $35.

Visitation Guides

Visitation

How to Visit Facility

Visiting at the Powledge Unit follows TDCJ's visitation rules, so a little preparation goes a long way. Start with the basics below, then verify the schedule and check for cancellations before you travel.

Common Questions

What are Powledge Unit’s visiting hours and how long are visits?

Weekend visiting hours are Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Regular visits are two hours and begin when the inmate and visitors are present. Each inmate is allowed one visit per weekend.

What ID and items can I bring when visiting Powledge Unit?

If you are 18 or older, bring an acceptable government-issued photo ID. Cell phones are prohibited inside the secure perimeter, and you should not bring cash except coins up to $35.

How do I schedule a visit and what does 'Not Approved for Visits' mean in the scheduler?

Use the TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler. Create your own account, enter the inmate's 8-digit TDCJ/SID number, and the unit will verify your relationship request. If visitation privileges have been removed, you'll see "Not Approved for Visits" instead of the Schedule Visit button.

Other Guides for Powledge Unit, TX

Phone & Messaging

How to Contact an Inmate at Facility

Trying to connect with someone at the Powledge Unit? Start by confirming their unit assignment, then use the right scheduling system for the type of video visit you want. This saves you from wasted trips and last-minute cancellations.

Sending Commissary

How to Send Money to Facility

Sending money to someone at the Powledge Unit comes down to two things: confirming you're eligible to send it, and staying within the purchase limits if you're using TDCJ eCommDirect.

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