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Bell 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 - work release 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
Located at 901 East Fifth St in Cleveland, TX, Bell Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Bell 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 Bell Unit is a male correctional facility with a capacity to house 520 inmates, encompassing custody levels G1 and G2. Situated across approximately 39 acres, the unit does not engage in agricultural or manufacturing operations but ensures smooth facility operations through unit maintenance.
In terms of medical services, the Bell Unit provides ambulatory medical and dental care, along with telemedicine services, all managed by UTMB. Educational programs offered include Adult Basic Education, GED preparation, Pre-GED courses, Life Skills training, Pre-Release Classes, Counseling, and Pre-Employment Curriculum. Additionally, inmates have access to vocational training in Micro-Computer Applications provided by Lee College.
Additional programs and services include an Adult Education Program (when available), Peer Education, Chaplaincy Services, and a Faith-Based Dormitory. The unit also offers the Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) to eligible inmates, aimed at fostering entrepreneurial skills and mindset.
Community work projects undertaken by inmates extend support to local organizations, contributing to community engagement and rehabilitation efforts. Volunteer initiatives encompass Employment and Job Skills training, Substance Abuse Education, Life Skills development, Support Groups, and Religious or Faith-Based Studies and Activities.
Through these programs and initiatives, the Bell Unit strives to provide educational, vocational, and rehabilitative opportunities to inmates, facilitating their personal growth and preparing them for successful reintegration into society upon release. Additionally, community involvement and volunteer efforts serve to foster a sense of responsibility and connection, both within the facility and with the broader community.
Bell 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.
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)
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.
Bring photo identification (ID). Click here for a list of appropriate photo identification.
Check clothing for compliance. Click here for guidelines.
Make sure you are not bringing prohibited items on the unit. Vehicles and visitors are subject to search by unit staff. Click here for items allowed and not allowed.
Do not bring cash (except coins, not more than $35).
No cell phones inside the secure perimeter.
Special visits or visits requiring special accommodations should be arranged before the visit. If you have made special arrangements with the unit, call before leaving to ensure that plans for your visit have been made and are in place. Click here for examples of special visits and special accommodations.
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
