TDCJ - Mark W. Stiles Unit (ST)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 10, 2024
Address
3060 FM 3514, Beaumont, TX 77705
Beds
2887
County
Jefferson
Phone
409-722-5255

Stiles 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

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 Stiles Unit on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 409-722-5255.

Located at 3060 FM 3514 in Beaumont, TX, Stiles Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Stiles 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 Stiles Unit, exclusively housing male inmates, boasts a substantial capacity of 2,887 across custody levels G1-G5, Security Detention, and Safekeeping. Situated on a vast 776-acre compound alongside LeBlanc and Gist Units, it operates in collaboration with them on various fronts, including security horse and pack canine programs, as well as a unit garden.

While it does not engage in manufacturing or logistics operations, the facility maintains its operations through diligent unit maintenance. Additional activities include the deployment of scent-specific canines and human remains detection (HRD) canines. Moreover, it extends laundry services to the Gist State Jail.

The Stiles Unit prioritizes the health and well-being of its inmates, offering comprehensive medical care, including ambulatory, dental, and mental health services. With facilities like a 17-bed infirmary and onsite infectious disease specialty clinics, it ensures round-the-clock medical assistance. Telemedicine and Digital Medical Services (DMS) further augment healthcare accessibility, with services tailored to accommodate disabilities.

Educationally, the unit offers a range of programs catering to diverse needs, from literacy and special education to vocational courses provided by Lamar State College. Vocational offerings include Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Auto Mechanics, and more.

Additional support services encompass faith-based initiatives, adult education programs, peer education, and reentry planning. The facility also collaborates with Crime Stoppers and implements the GO KIDS Initiative to foster positive engagement with families.

While community work projects are not part of its operations, the Stiles Unit actively encourages volunteer initiatives. These encompass literacy and education, substance abuse awareness, life skills development, support groups, religious or faith-based studies, and activities tailored to veterans' needs.
TDCJ - Mark W. Stiles Unit - Family Information Guide
TDCJ - Mark W. Stiles Unit - Inmate Handbook

Inmate Locator

Stiles 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.
    Inmate Information Search

  • 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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