Gatesville, TX Dr. Lane Murray Unit View
Dr. Lane Murray Unit is a Texas state prison for women located in Gatesville, Coryell County, Texas. It is operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, not by the county sheriff. The facility generally houses sentenced state inmates who have been convicted and transferred to TDCJ custody; it is not primarily used for local pretrial detention. Its role is to provide secure confinement, supervision, and correctional services within the Texas state prison system. People recently arrested in Coryell County are usually processed through a county jail before any transfer to a state facility.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Dr. Lane Murray Unit
To find someone housed here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or state inmate lookup. Jail and prison search systems typically list the person’s name, identification number, booking or received date, charges or offense information, sentence details, and current custody status. Records do not always appear immediately after arrest, booking, or transfer. Processing, identity checks, and data entry can take several hours, and state prison records may update on a different schedule than county jail records. If the person was just arrested in Coryell County, check the county jail first before searching the state prison system.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Dr. Lane Murray Unit?
Visitors usually must be on the inmate’s approved visitor list before a visit is allowed. Check the facility’s current visitation schedule and rules before traveling, because hours and procedures can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Dr. Lane Murray Unit?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Follow the dress code and do not bring prohibited items inside; lockers or vehicle storage may be required for personal property.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone provider. Video visits or electronic messaging may be available if offered by the facility or TDCJ, and accounts usually must be set up in advance.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and identification number, and use the correct facility mailing address. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or materials that violate rules may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Inmates may be able to buy approved items such as hygiene products, snacks, and writing supplies from commissary. Family or friends can usually add funds through approved payment methods, but limits and fees may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Dr. Lane Murray Unit?
Bail is usually handled by the court and county jail before a person is transferred to state prison custody. If the inmate has an active pending case, contact the court clerk, the arresting county jail, or the inmate’s attorney for bond information.
What happens during the intake process at Dr. Lane Murray Unit and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review records, assign housing, screen for medical needs, and enter information into the custody system. Records may take several hours or longer to appear online, especially after a transfer from another agency.