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Cotulla Unit

Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)Maximum security

Cotulla Unit is a state prison in Cotulla, Texas, run by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). The state classifies it as maximum security. Federal facility data from 2020 put its capacity at about 606 beds.

Cotulla Unit Address and Phone

Facility type
State prison
Address
610 FM 624, Cotulla, TX 78014Open in Google Maps
Main phone
(830) 879-3077
Operated by
Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)
County
La Salle County

Visiting, Mail and Phone Calls

Visiting days, visitor approval, dress rules and the mailing format for letters are set by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and can change at short notice. Read the official facility page and call ahead before you travel.

Official listing on tdcj.texas.gov

Jails and Police Near Cotulla Unit

Anyone arrested near Cotulla is booked into the county jail first; a state facility only receives people after sentencing, commitment or transfer.

Other State Prisons in Texas

Open status checked against the official tdcj.texas.gov facility listing in November 2026. Address and phone come from that listing or, where it shows none, from the federal HIFLD prison dataset. This page lists no inmates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find an inmate at Cotulla Unit?
Use the official offender search of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) (inmate.tdcj.texas.gov). Search by name or state inmate number; the result shows the current facility. People in state prison are not listed on county jail rosters.
What is the phone number for Cotulla Unit?
The listed main number for Cotulla Unit is (830) 879-3077.
Who runs Cotulla Unit?
Cotulla Unit is operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and is located in La Salle County.