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Guide for Inmate Family Members: Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail (RL), Texas

Overview of Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail

The Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail (RL) is a state facility located in Edinburg, Texas. The jail primarily houses inmates serving short sentences or awaiting transfer to other facilities. The facility is managed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ).

Contact Information

Address: 1203 El Cibolo Road, Edinburg, TX 78542

Phone Number: (956) 316-3810

Website: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/unit_directory/rl.html

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail, visit the Texas Department of Criminal Justice website and use their Inmate Locator tool.

Visitation Information

Visitation hours at Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail are typically on weekends, but it is advisable to check the specific schedule via the facility's website or by contacting the administration directly. All visitors must be approved in advance and adhere to the facility's visitation guidelines.

Sending Money to an Inmate

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail through the JPay system. To use this service, visit www.jpay.com.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail can make phone calls using a pre-paid account or collect calls. Video visitation is also available via the JPay system.

Inmate Services and Programs

The facility offers various programs including educational courses, vocational training, and counseling to aid in the rehabilitation of its inmates.

History of the Facility

Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail was established to help manage the overcrowding in Texas prisons and to provide a place for the rehabilitation of non-violent offenders.

Security and Management Information

The jail features modern security systems and is staffed by trained corrections officers who oversee the daily operations and ensure the safety of both staff and inmates.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at the Reynoldo V. Lopez State Jail have the right to receive visitors as per the guidelines established by the TDCJ. Compliance with these guidelines is mandatory for maintaining visitation rights.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates undergo a booking process which includes documentation and an assessment. Release processes are scheduled by the TDCJ and require adherence to legal requirements and documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to a visit?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring personal items beyond necessary identification documents. Details on allowable items are available on the TDCJ website.

What Do Inmate Families/Friends Think?

Inmate Families and Friends feedback is a very significant role in understanting the prison culture, how some institution works as sometimes they are the only ones that can share the experience with others.

Categories

Inmate Safety

9

Inmate Food Quality

9

Inmate Privacy

9

Visitation Rights

8

Treatment of Visitors

9

Commissary Items and Prices

8

Phone Availability

8

Safety of Inmate Personal Property

8

Cleanliness of Facility

9

How Inmates Treat Each Other

9

How Officers Treat Inmates

8

Educational Program Quality

8

Recreational Program Choices

8

Warden

8

Library Quality

7

Mental Health Programs

7

Drug Rehabilitation Programs

7

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General Stats for Texas

Texas Total Number of Inmates

200,504

Texas Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

334,353

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

443

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

110,437

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

18,462

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

9,249

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.4

121,720

Female

7.6

10,014

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

52.8

1,953

Detained

46.55

1,722

Diverted

0.49

18

Prisons and Jails in Texas