TDCJ - James V. Allred Unit (JA)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 09, 2024
Address
2101 FM 369 N, Iowa Park, TX 76367
Beds
3706
County
Wichita
Phone
940-855-7477

Allred 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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You can support your loved ones at Allred Unit on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 940-855-7477.

Located at 2101 FM 369 N in Iowa Park, TX, Allred Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Allred 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 Allred Unit (JA) is a male correctional facility with a capacity of 3,708 inmates, including expansion cells. It houses inmates across custody levels G1-G5, as well as those in safekeeping and security detention. Spread across approximately 320 acres, the facility operates various agricultural operations, including security horses, pack canines, and a unit garden. Additionally, it provides services such as unit maintenance and scent-specific canines for enhanced security.

In terms of medical care, JA offers ambulatory medical, dental, and mental health services, available 24/7. It features a fully staffed 13-bed infirmary with two mental health crisis management beds and hospice care. Telemedicine services are also available. The facility is managed by Texas Tech and offers disability services, including ADS showers, a chronic care clinic, and CPAP accommodating housing.

Education programs at JA encompass literacy, special education, pre-release CHANGES programs, and cognitive intervention. Career and technology programs include automotive specialization, bricklaying, small engine repair, and electrical trades. Additional services offered are faith-based dormitories, adult education programs, reentry planning, chaplaincy services, and the GO KIDS initiative.

Community involvement is a significant aspect of JA's operations, with inmates contributing to city agencies, local organizations, and the Texas Department of Transportation and Parks and Wildlife through various work projects. Volunteer initiatives encompass literacy, employment and job skills, substance abuse education, life skills, parent training, support groups, victim awareness, and religious studies and activities. These programs aim to facilitate inmates' rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society, fostering a sense of responsibility and purpose within the community.

Inmate Locator

Allred 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

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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  • 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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