Richmond, TX Beauford H. Jester I Unit View
Beauford H. Jester I Unit is a state correctional facility in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas. It is operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, not the county sheriff. The facility generally houses adult inmates who have been sentenced to state custody, rather than people held only for local pretrial detention. Its role is to provide secure confinement, supervision, and correctional services within the Texas prison system. Local arrests in Fort Bend County are typically booked through the county jail before any later transfer to state custody if a person receives a prison sentence.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Beauford H. Jester I Unit
To find someone held at Beauford H. Jester I Unit, use the official inmate search link on this page. State inmate searches and jail rosters usually list identifying and custody details such as the person’s name, booking or admission date, charges or offense information, assigned location, and custody status. Because this is a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility, results may also include a TDCJ number and projected release information when available. New records do not always appear immediately after arrest, transfer, or booking; processing can take several hours, and updates may be delayed. If the person was recently arrested in Fort Bend County, also check the county jail roster until any transfer is confirmed.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Beauford H. Jester I Unit?
Visitation is controlled by the facility and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Visitors should confirm the inmate is eligible for visits, check the approved visitor list, and review current visiting days and rules before traveling.
What do I need to bring when visiting Beauford H. Jester I Unit?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and follow the dress code and property limits. Minors usually must be accompanied by an approved adult, and all visitors may be searched before entry.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls through the authorized phone system. Families may need to set up an account with the approved provider and follow call rules set by the facility.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name, identification number if known, and the facility mailing address. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Eligible inmates may buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies through commissary. Families can usually add funds through an approved deposit service, but limits and fees may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Beauford H. Jester I Unit?
Because this is a state correctional facility, many inmates here are already serving sentences and may not be eligible for bail. If there is a pending local charge, bond is set by the court, and payment is usually handled through the court or sheriff’s office that has the case.
What happens during the intake process at Beauford H. Jester I Unit and when will the inmate appear in the system?
Intake generally includes identity verification, records review, classification, medical screening, and assignment to housing. Records may take several hours or longer to update, so an inmate may not appear in the search system immediately after arrival or transfer.