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Correctional Institutions Division

Classification and Records

Timothy Fitzpatrick
Timothy Fitzpatrick
Director

The mission of the Classification and Records Department is to develop and provide accurate information for effective inmate management, creating an environment that ensures the safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates. We will provide quality services to our internal and external customers while responding to the ever-changing agency needs and legislative mandates in an ethical and proactive manner.

Contact:

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Correctional Institutions Division
Timothy Fitzpatrick
Director, Classification and Records
PO Box 99
Huntsville, TX 77342-0099
Phone: (936) 437-6231
Fax (936) 437-6276
classify@tdcj.texas.gov

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Correctional Institutions Division
Amanda Flinn
Manager IV, Classification and Records
PO Box 99
Huntsville, TX 77342-0099
Phone: (936) 437-6530
Fax: (936) 437-6276
amanda.flinn@tdcj.texas.gov

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Correctional Institutions Division
Chelsea Johnson
Manager III, Classification Operations
PO Box 99
Huntsville, TX 77342-0099
Phone: (936) 437-6405
Fax: (936) 437-6276
chelsea.johnson@tdcj.texas.gov

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Correctional Institutions Division
Brittney Losack
Manager III
Inmate Time Management
PO Box 99
Huntsville, TX 77342-0099
Phone: (936) 437-6387
Fax: (936) 437-8980
timedispute@tdcj.texas.gov

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Correctional Institutions Division
Melissa Bennett
Manager III
Chairperson, State Classification Committee
PO Box 99
Huntsville, TX 77342-0099
Phone: (936) 437-6571
Fax: (936) 437-6276
melissa.bennett@tdcj.texas.gov

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Correctional Institutions Division
Tammy Shelby
Manager II
Mail Systems Coordinators Panel
Director’s Review Committee
PO Box 99
Huntsville, TX 77342-0099
Phone: (936) 437-6908
Fax: (936) 437-6199
tammy.shelby@tdcj.texas.gov

Department Overview

The Classification and Records Department schedules, receives, and processes inmates for intake; calculates inmates’ time; classifies and assigns inmates to their custodies and units; places detainers; and facilitates inmate transfers and releases. The department uses a rational, objective classification tool to systematically group inmates with respect to security, medical, treatment, and program needs. The Classification and Records Department is responsible for prison-sentenced inmate records, and provides oversight, training, and technical support for all unit-based classification, count room, and intake functions and staff.

The director for Classification and Records supervises the management of:

  • Classification Records Office
  • Disciplinary Coordination
  • Intake Operations
  • Mail System Coordinators Panel
  • State Classification Committee
  • Unit Classification Operations
  • State Jail Releasing
  • Office for Classification Information Management

The director for Classification and Records also supervises the management of budgetary and human resources staff related to the Classification and Records Department and is responsible for the overall management and application of all TDCJ classification plans, policies, and procedures.