TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE

The mission of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is to provide public safety, promote positive change in offender behavior, reintegrate offenders into society, and assist victims of crime.

Every division within the agency works toward this mission with professionalism, accountability, and respect for the communities we serve.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) protects Texans by overseeing the state's adult correctional, parole, and probation systems. As one of the largest criminal justice agencies in the nation, TDCJ is committed to public safety, responsible stewardship of state resources and the successful reintegration of individuals under our supervision.

The agency manages 104 prison facilities and 67 parole offices across the state. Through innovative programs, the agency seeks to transform lives for a better Texas and protect the public of our great state.