TDCJ - John R. Lindsey State Jail - MTC

TDCJ - John R. Lindsey State Jail - MTC basic information to help guide you through what you can do for your inmate while they are incarcerated. The facility's direct contact number: 940-567-2272

The inmates housed at TDCJ - John R. Lindsey State Jail - MTC located at 1620 FM 3344 in Jacksboro, TX are placed according to their custody level and are incarcerated by a private company contracted by a government agency and are paid a per diem or monthly rate, either for each inmate in the facility or for each bed available. The facility is well-trained and well-staffed. This doesn't come without some controversy as the "price of incarceration" is big business and critics claim there is a monetary benefit to keeping people locked up. The flip side is this facility undergoes rigorous inspections and are some of the be maintained in the US.

For inmates that show a willingness to learn new things, there are educational and vocational training programs here that will prepare them for a successful reentry when released.

Lindsey State Jail is a private state prison situated on 64 acres in Jack County housing 1031 adult male inmates in three custody classifications - minimum, medium and close (maximum). Nearly all of the men incarcerated at Lindsey State Jail will eventually be released. It’s MTC’s responsibility to provide a wide range of educational, vocational, substance abuse, cognitive behavioral, and life skills programs to prepare these men to successfully return to their communities. Lindsey State Jail is and houses about of 1,030 male inmates. Offenders are provided adult basic education courses, life skills classes, and can earn a GED during their incarceration. Vocational training is available in horticulture and computer applications. Additionally, inmates who are nearing their release date can participate in transitional planning and re-entry programs.

Offenders who have dental, medical, or mental health issues can receive off-site treatment. Support groups are provided to those offenders who suffer from drug and alcohol dependency. The Chaplains office provides religious worship services and biblical studies.

Educational Programs: Adult Basic Education, GED, Life Skills, Remedial I

Security Level: Minimum, Medium and Close Custody

Vocational Programs: Computer Applications; Horticulture
Additional Programs/Services: Faith Based Dormitory, Adult Education Program (upon availability), Chaplaincy Services, GO KIDS Initiative
Volunteer Initiatives: Support Groups, Religious/Faith Based Studies and Activities
Operated by: Corrections Corporation of America (CCA)

Rehabilitation Programs

• Adult Basic Education

• GED

• Academic Computer Lab

• Typing Master Pro

• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Academic Software

• Acelleron

• Alcoholics Anonymous

• Computer Applications

• Inside Out Dad

• Money Smart: A Financial Education Program

• Wall Talk • MTC 10-Minute Cognitive Skills Modules

• B-NCEER Painting/ Facility Care

• Bridges to Life

• Open Office Computer Applications

• CHANGES III

• Anger Resolution through Faith Based Pods