Inmate Guide: FCI - Terre Haute Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum (Indiana)
Overview of the Facility
The FCI - Terre Haute Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp for male offenders. It is located in Terre Haute, Indiana, and operates as a satellite facility to the main Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Terre Haute.
Contact Information
Address: 4200 Bureau Road North, Terre Haute, IN 47808
Phone: (812) 238-1531
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/tha/
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at FCI - Terre Haute Satellite Prison Camp, use the Bureau of Prisons' Inmate Locator tool: 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 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
- U.S. Postal Service money orders
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates have access to telephones and may be able to use video visitation services. Contact the facility for specific information on these services.
Inmate Services and Programs
The facility offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates. These may include GED classes, drug abuse treatment, and work programs.
Security and Management Information
As a minimum-security camp, this facility has a lower staff-to-inmate ratio and fewer security measures compared to higher-security prisons. Inmates are typically non-violent offenders with shorter sentences.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. They also have rights to visitation from approved family and friends, subject to facility rules and schedules.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are typically transferred to this facility from other institutions. Upon arrival, they undergo intake procedures. Release preparation programs are available to assist inmates nearing the end of their sentences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I bring to visitation?
Visitors are typically allowed to bring a small amount of money for vending machines and a form of identification. All other items must be approved by the facility in advance.
Can inmates receive packages?
Generally, inmates cannot receive packages directly from family or friends. Certain approved items may be ordered through authorized vendors.
What type of work do inmates perform?
Inmates may be assigned various work duties within the facility, such as food service, maintenance, or clerical work. Some may also participate in community service programs.