TDCJ - Beauford H. Jester I Unit (J1)

State Prison

Last Updated: April 25, 2020
Address
1 Jester Rd, Richmond, TX 77406
Beds
323
County
Fort Bend
Phone
281-277-3030

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

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Located at 1 Jester Rd in Richmond, TX, Jester I Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Jester I Unit 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 Beauford H. Jester I Unit (J1) is a Substance Abuse Felony Punishment Facility (SAFPF), a state prison for adult males operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) located in Fort Bend County, Texas. The unit holds about 350 inmates and is situated on about 940 acres (co-located with Carol Vance Unit, Jester III Unit, and Jester IV Unit which lie to the southeast), situated on the Jester State Prison Farm property.

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Maximum Capacity *: 323 Custody Levels Housed: Substance Abuse Offenders Approximate Acreage: 933 (Co-located with Jester III, Jester IV, and Vance) Agricultural Operations: Regional Pest Control; Unit Garden; Jester I, Jester III, and Vance work in cooperation: Security Horses, Security Pack Canines, Swine Finishing Operation, Contract Farming and Grazing, Mechanical Shop, and Combine Shed. Manufacturing and Logistics Op.: None Facility Operations: Unit Maintenance Additional Operations: None Medical Capabilities: Ambulatory medical, dental, and out-patient mental health services. Digital Medical Services (DMS), electronic specialty clinics, and CPAP accommodating housing available. Managed by UTMB. Special Treatment Programs: Special Needs Substance Abuse Felony Punishment Facility (SAFPF) Educational Programs: Literacy (Adult Basic Education/GED) Additional Programs/Services: Adult Education Program (upon availability), Chaplaincy Services, GO KIDS Initiative Community Work Projects: None Volunteer Initiatives: Religious/Faith Based Studies and Activities

Inmate Locator

Jester I Unit 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

Beauford H. Jester I Unit - Visitation

Saturdays and Sundays - 8 am to 5 pm

Visits are two hours in duration and limited to one visit per weekend. The type of visit will depend on the inmate's internal status, which will determine if they are eligible for contact or non-contact visits. All visitors are encouraged to contact the facility before they visit to ensure visitation has not been canceled and that their inmate is still currently located at the unit.

Any visitor who is traveling over 300 miles to attend visitation may qualify for a special visit. Special visits allow for a longer visiting session to occur. Contact the warden's office for more information and to request a special visit.

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