The Texas Department of Criminal Justice manages inmates in state prisons, state jails, and private correctional facilities that contract with the TDCJ. | Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Courage. Perseverance. Integrity. Commitment. These core values are what every TDCJ correctional professional strives to embody day in and day out. So when you're selected by your peers as the Polunsky Unit Employee of the Year, you know you're on the right track! Find the full story at https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/connections/-articles/20190400_polunsky_EOY.html | Texas Department of Criminal Justice

How does TDCJ decide where inmates go? 📍 State classification evaluates each inmate, determines the right facility, and plans transportation. Today, the agency is larger than ever, and its approach is evolving to meet changing needs. Regionalization will help keep inmates closer to family, reduce transfers, and save time, money, and stress for everyone involved. 🤝 #TDCJ #Corrections #Rehabilitation | Texas Department of Criminal Justice

TDCJ’s Parole Division is doing all it can to limit exposure to COVID-19 while continuing to uphold our mission and serve the citizens of Texas. Parole Officers are limiting contacts with clients as much as possible. Low risk client visits, which account for 40 percent of the total parole population, are now being done telephonically in areas with confirmed cases. Home visits continue for others, but with awareness of social distancing guidelines. In office visits are being staggered to limit nu