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TDCJ on lockdown to search facilities after increase in contraband, inmate deaths
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) said it was implementing an immediate lockdown and comprehensive search of all correctional facilities within TDCJ. Read more https://www.kxan.com ...
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We're retiring our public-facing prison inmates database
The data was provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice monthly and included breakdowns by unit, crimes, race and sex. Our site also included information on individual inmates ...
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Escaped TDCJ inmate and accomplice arrested following Huntsville prison break
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (KBTX) -Texas Department of Criminal Justice inmate Jesus Villarreal ... convenience store was released to assist in the search. Authorities continue to investigate the circumsta ...
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Texas expands virtual court access for inmates, streamlining safety and costs
On Tuesday, the Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) announced it's expanding a program that lets inmates appear in court virtually without leaving prison. Officials say it saves money on inmate ...
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Texas should close prisons and jails with staffing challenges, state oversight panel says
The report found that low staffing figures put both prison staff and inmates at risk. In response, the commission is asking that the TDCJ “identify root causes of turnover” and improve ...