Inmate Guide: Englewood Federal Correctional Institution (FCI Englewood)
Overview of the Facility
FCI Englewood is a low-security federal correctional institution for male offenders. It is located in Littleton, Colorado, and also includes an adjacent minimum-security satellite camp.
Contact Information
Address: 9595 West Quincy Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123
Phone: (303) 985-1566
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/eng/
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at FCI Englewood, use the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator: https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/
Visitation Information and Hours
Visiting hours are typically on weekends and holidays. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Contact the facility directly for specific visiting hours and procedures.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:
- MoneyGram: https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/
- Western Union: https://www.westernunion.com/us/en/home.html
- USPS Money Order
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates have access to telephones and may purchase phone credits. Video visitation may be available; contact the facility for more information.
Inmate Services and Programs
FCI Englewood offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates. These may include GED classes, drug abuse treatment, and work assignments.
Security and Management Information
As a low-security facility, FCI Englewood has a secure perimeter, internal controls, and a staff-to-inmate ratio higher than minimum-security facilities.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visits from attorneys. All visits are subject to monitoring, except for privileged attorney-client communications.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are typically transferred to FCI Englewood from other facilities. Upon arrival, they undergo intake procedures. Release preparation begins well before an inmate's scheduled release date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I bring to a visit?
Visitors are typically allowed to bring a clear plastic bag with identification, car keys, and a small amount of money for vending machines. All other items must be approved in advance.
Can I send packages to an inmate?
Generally, inmates cannot receive packages from home. Certain items may be ordered through approved vendors. Contact the facility for specific regulations.
What is the capacity of FCI Englewood?
FCI Englewood has a capacity of approximately 1,000 inmates, including both the main facility and the satellite camp.
Notable Former Inmates
- Jeffrey Skilling - Former CEO of Enron, convicted of fraud and insider trading
- Rod Blagojevich - Former Governor of Illinois, convicted of corruption charges
- Timothy McVeigh - Convicted for the Oklahoma City bombing (held briefly before transfer)
- Jared Fogle - Former Subway spokesperson, convicted of child pornography charges
- Harold Nicholson - Former CIA officer convicted of espionage
