TDCJ - Lucile Plane State Jail (LJ)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 21, 2024
Address
904 FM 686, Dayton, TX 77535
Beds
2064
County
Liberty
Phone
936-258-2476

Plane State Jail is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - medium facility.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at Plane State Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 936-258-2476.

Located at 904 FM 686 in Dayton, TX, Plane State Jail carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Plane State Jail offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

The Plane State Jail exclusively houses female inmates, with a capacity of 2,064 in the main unit and an additional 20 at the BAMBI facility located in Santa Maria. Situated on approximately 394 acres, it shares its location with the Hightower Unit and Henley Unit. Collaborating with these units, Plane engages in various agricultural operations, including the management of security horses, security pack canines, and a unit garden.

Unlike some other facilities, Plane State Jail does not have manufacturing or logistics operations. Instead, the focus is on facility operations, primarily centered around unit maintenance to ensure a safe and functional environment for inmates. Additional operations include substance abuse screening and assessment, with laundry services provided for the Henley State Jail.

Medical services at Plane are comprehensive, offering ambulatory medical, dental, and mental health care. Specialized care includes digital medical services, OB/GYN, and mammography specialty clinics, all managed by UTMB. These services are provided on a single level, including CPAP accommodating housing.

Special treatment programs at Plane cater to the specific needs of inmates, including the State Jail Substance Abuse Program (SJSAFP) and Our Roadway to Freedom initiative. Educational opportunities abound, with literacy programs, pre-release initiatives, cognitive intervention, and career and technology programs such as business computer information systems and construction carpentry.

Additionally, the facility offers various programs and services to support inmate rehabilitation and successful reentry into society. These include faith-based dormitories, prisoner reentry initiatives, parenting seminars, and the Baby and Mother Bonding Initiative (BAMBI). Volunteer initiatives are vital in supporting these efforts, encompassing literacy and education, employment and job skills, substance abuse education, life skills, mentoring, and religious or faith-based studies and activities.

Furthermore, Plane State Jail actively engages in community work projects, providing services to city and county agencies, the local school district, and various volunteer initiatives such as the Girl Scouts Beyond Bars and the Women's Storybook Project, aiming to foster connections and support networks for inmates both during and after their incarceration.

TDCJ - Lucile Plane State Jail - Family Information Guide
TDCJ - Lucile Plane State Jail - Inmate Handbook

Inmate Locator

Plane State Jail maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

Inmate Visitation

Visitation plays an important role in maintaining the association between inmates and their friends and family as well as strengthening family ties. Visitation Procedure Update (effective December 28, 2023)

Preparing for your visit:

Before you travel to a unit:

  • Confirm the inmate is assigned to the unit you are planning to visit and has visitation privileges.
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  • Confirm the unit visitation schedule and verify that visitation has not been canceled. An eligible inmate cannot receive visitors if visitation has been canceled.

  • Do not bring cash (except coins, not more than $35).

  • No cell phones inside the secure perimeter.

  • Spiritual visits must be coordinated through the warden’s office.

Each inmate is only allowed one visit per weekend. To the extent possible, individuals on an inmate’s Visitors List should coordinate with one another and with the inmate to prevent subsequent visitors from being declined when they arrive at the unit.

General Information Guide for Families of Inmates (English/Español) - PDF
Inmate Rules and Regulations for Visitation (English/Español) - PDF

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