Al Price State Juvenile Correctional Facility - Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
The Al Price State Juvenile Correctional Facility was a juvenile detention center located in Beaumont, Texas. It was operated by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) until its closure in 2011. The facility was designed to house and rehabilitate juvenile offenders.
Contact Information
Address: 5800 FL Hwy 3514, Beaumont, TX 77705
Note: As the facility is now closed, there is no current contact information available.
Facility Closure
The Al Price State Juvenile Correctional Facility was closed in 2011 as part of budget cuts and reforms within the Texas juvenile justice system. At the time of its closure, the facility housed approximately 100 youth offenders.
History of the Facility
The Al Price State Juvenile Correctional Facility opened in 1995. It was named after Al Price, a former state representative from Beaumont who was instrumental in bringing the facility to Jefferson County. During its operation, the facility provided education, counseling, and rehabilitation services to juvenile offenders.
Security and Management Information
When operational, the facility was a secure detention center for juvenile offenders. It employed correctional officers, counselors, educators, and administrative staff to manage and rehabilitate the youth in its care.
Inmate Services and Programs
Prior to its closure, the Al Price facility offered various services and programs for juvenile offenders, including:
- Education programs
- Vocational training
- Counseling and therapy sessions
- Substance abuse treatment
- Recreational activities
Booking and Release Process
As a juvenile correctional facility, the booking and release processes were different from adult facilities. Juveniles were typically placed in the facility by court order and released upon completion of their sentence or rehabilitation program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the Al Price State Juvenile Correctional Facility?
The Al Price State Juvenile Correctional Facility was closed in 2011 due to budget cuts and reforms in the Texas juvenile justice system.
Where were the juveniles transferred after the facility's closure?
After the closure, the juveniles housed at Al Price were transferred to other facilities within the Texas Juvenile Justice Department system.
What has happened to the facility since its closure?
Since its closure, there have been various proposals for repurposing the facility, but as of now, it remains unused. Local officials have explored options for its potential use, including as a charter school or rehabilitation center.
