Livingston, TX Allan B. Polunsky Unit View
Allan B. Polunsky Unit is a Texas state prison located in Livingston, Polk County, Texas. It is operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Correctional Institutions Division. The facility primarily houses sentenced male felony inmates in state custody, including Texas male death row inmates. It is not a county jail and generally does not serve as the main holding facility for local pretrial detainees. Its role is to provide long-term secure confinement, classification, supervision, and related correctional services for inmates assigned by the state prison system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Allan B. Polunsky Unit
The public can look up an inmate using the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or state offender search. Records usually list identifying and custody details such as the inmate’s name, booking or received date, offense or charges, assigned location, and custody status. Because this is a state prison, records may differ from a county jail roster and may focus on TDCJ number, sentence, offense, and current unit. New or transferred inmates may not appear immediately; processing and database updates can take several hours or longer. If no record appears, check spelling, try again later, or contact the facility or TDCJ for guidance.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Allan B. Polunsky Unit?
Visitors must follow TDCJ visitation rules and should confirm the inmate is eligible for visits before traveling. Visits usually require advance approval, valid identification, and compliance with dress code and security procedures.
What do I need to bring when visiting Allan B. Polunsky Unit?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Only approved items are allowed inside, so check current rules before arrival and leave restricted items in your vehicle.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls through the prison phone system. Family members usually need to set up an approved account with the authorized phone provider and follow TDCJ calling rules.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and TDCJ number, and use the facility mailing address listed by TDCJ. Mail is inspected for safety and rule compliance, so do not send prohibited items, cash, or anything not allowed by policy.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows eligible inmates to buy approved items such as hygiene products, snacks, and writing supplies. Family and friends may be able to deposit funds through approved TDCJ payment methods, and spending limits or restrictions may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Allan B. Polunsky Unit?
This is a state prison for sentenced inmates, so bail is generally not set or posted here. If the person has a pending county case, contact the court, county jail, or clerk in the county where the case is filed for bond information.
What happens during the intake process at Allan B. Polunsky Unit and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake or transfer, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, and complete security and medical processing. Search records may take several hours or longer to update, so an inmate may not appear in the system immediately after arrival.