Federal Detention Center (FDC) - Miami, Florida

Overview of the Facility

The Federal Detention Center (FDC) Miami is a administrative-security federal prison located in downtown Miami, Florida. It primarily houses pre-trial and holdover inmates, as well as some sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 33 Northeast 4th Street, Miami, FL 33132
Phone: (305) 350-6200
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/mim/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at FDC Miami, 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 the most up-to-date visitation schedule and procedures.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

MoneyGram: https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/send-money/corrections
Western Union: https://www.westernunion.com/us/en/send-money/app/sendonline
U.S. Postal Service money orders

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to telephones and can make collect calls or use pre-paid phone accounts. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for specific details.

Inmate Services and Programs

FDC Miami offers various programs including:

Educational programs
Vocational training
Mental health services
Religious services
Recreation activities

Security and Management Information

As an administrative-security facility, FDC Miami has strict security measures in place. The facility is managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. All visits, including legal visits, are subject to the facility's rules and regulations.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release procedures vary depending on the inmate's status and reason for release.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to a visit?

Visitors are typically allowed to bring identification, car keys, and a small amount of money for vending machines. All other items must be approved by the facility.

Can I send packages to an inmate?

Generally, inmates cannot receive packages from outside sources. Approved items must be sent directly from authorized vendors.

How often can inmates make phone calls?

Inmates typically have access to phones during designated hours. The frequency and duration of calls may be limited based on the facility's policies.

Notable Inmates

While specific information about current or former inmates is not readily available, FDC Miami has housed various high-profile detainees due to its location in a major metropolitan area. Some notable inmates who have been held at federal facilities in the Miami area include:

Manuel Noriega - Former Panamanian dictator, held on drug trafficking charges
Carlos Lehder - Colombian drug lord and co-founder of the Medellín Cartel
Jamaican drug lord Christopher "Dudus" Coke
Various defendants involved in high-profile white-collar crime cases

Please note that this list is not exhaustive and may not specifically relate to FDC Miami, as inmate information is often not publicly disclosed for security reasons.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Federal Detention Center (FDC) - Miami. If you are have completed a Federal Detention Center (FDC) - Miami inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Federal Detention Center (FDC) - Miami can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Federal Detention Center (FDC) - Miami. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

33 Northeast 4th Street, Miami, FL, 33132

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 305-577-0010 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Federal Detention Center (FDC) - Miami, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

Visitor must not be a prior felon.
Visitor must have a valid government ID.
A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

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