FCI Dublin Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum Security Facility Guide
Overview of the Facility
FCI Dublin Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp for female inmates. It is located in Dublin, California, and operates as a satellite facility to the main Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Dublin.
Contact Information
Address: 5701 8th Street, Camp Parks, Dublin, CA 94568
Phone: (925) 833-7500
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/dub/
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at FCI Dublin Satellite Prison Camp, use the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator tool available at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visiting hours are typically on weekends and federal holidays. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date visiting schedule and requirements.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:
- Online: BOP's Trust Fund
- MoneyGram
- Western Union
- U.S. Postal Service money orders
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates have access to telephones and may be able to use email through the TRULINCS system. Video visitation may be available; check with the facility for current options.
Inmate Services and Programs
FCI Dublin Satellite Prison Camp offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates. These may include GED classes, drug treatment, and work assignments.
Security and Management Information
As a minimum-security facility, the camp has a lower staff-to-inmate ratio and fewer physical security measures compared to higher security prisons.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. They also have the right to receive visits from approved family and friends, subject to BOP regulations.
Booking and Release Process
Incoming inmates go through a thorough intake process, including medical screening and orientation. Upon release, inmates may be transferred to a halfway house or released directly to the community under supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I bring to visitation?
Visitors are generally allowed to bring a small clear plastic bag with identification, car keys, and a limited amount of money for vending machines. No electronics, food, or gifts are permitted.
Can inmates receive mail?
Yes, inmates can receive letters and certain approved items through the mail. All incoming mail is screened for contraband and must follow BOP guidelines.
Are work opportunities available for inmates?
Yes, most inmates at the camp are required to work. Job assignments may include food service, maintenance, or clerical work within the facility.
Famous Prisoners
Some notable inmates who have served time at FCI Dublin (main facility or camp) include:
- Felicity Huffman - Actress, sentenced for her role in the college admissions bribery scandal
- Lori Loughlin - Actress, also sentenced for her involvement in the college admissions scandal
- Patty Hearst - Heiress and kidnapping victim, later convicted of bank robbery
- Sara Jane Moore - Attempted to assassinate President Gerald Ford
- Heidi Fleiss - Known as the "Hollywood Madam" for running a high-profile prostitution ring