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United States Penitentiary (USP) - Terre Haute, Indiana

Overview of the Facility

The United States Penitentiary (USP) Terre Haute is a high-security federal prison for male inmates located in Terre Haute, Indiana. It is part of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and includes a minimum-security satellite camp and a Special Confinement Unit (SCU) which houses federal death row inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 4700 Bureau Road South, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Phone: (812) 244-4400

Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/thp/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at USP Terre Haute, use the BOP's Inmate Locator tool available at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/. You will need the inmate's full name and registration number or other identifying information.

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, as they may change.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

  • Online: BOP's Trust Fund system
  • By Mail: Send a money order to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, with the inmate's full name and registration number
  • In-Person: At MoneyGram locations using the BOP's receive code

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 check with the facility for current options and procedures.

Inmate Services and Programs

USP Terre Haute offers various programs including:

  • Educational programs
  • Vocational training
  • Psychological services
  • Religious services
  • Recreation programs

History of the Facility

USP Terre Haute was opened in 1940 and has been in continuous operation since then. It became notable for housing the federal death row in the 1990s and has been the site of several high-profile executions.

Security and Management Information

As a high-security facility, USP Terre Haute employs strict security measures. The prison is managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and staffed by trained correctional officers and support personnel.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. Family and friends must be on the approved visitation list to visit inmates.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are typically transferred to USP Terre Haute from other facilities. The release process involves coordination with probation officers and may include placement in halfway houses or home confinement for some inmates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mailing address for inmates at USP Terre Haute?

Inmate Name, Register Number
USP Terre Haute
U.S. Penitentiary
P.O. Box 33
Terre Haute, IN 47808

Are there any items that cannot be sent to inmates?

Yes, there are many restricted items. Generally, inmates cannot receive food, electronics, or anything that could pose a security risk. Check the BOP website or contact the facility for a complete list of prohibited items.

How often can inmates make phone calls?

Inmates are typically allowed 300 minutes of phone time per month, with calls limited to 15 minutes each. These limits may be subject to change or additional restrictions.

Famous Prisoners

Some notable inmates who have served time at USP Terre Haute include:

  1. Timothy McVeigh - Executed in 2001 for the Oklahoma City bombing
  2. Juan Raul Garza - Drug kingpin, executed in 2001
  3. Louis Jones Jr. - Gulf War veteran executed in 2003 for kidnapping and murder
  4. Dustin Lee Honken - Drug kingpin executed in 2020
  5. Keith Dwayne Nelson - Executed in 2020 for kidnapping and murder
  6. Orlando Hall - Drug trafficker executed in 2020
  7. Brandon Bernard - Executed in 2020 for his role in a 1999 murder
  8. Alfred Bourgeois - Executed in 2020 for the murder of his daughter
  9. Lisa Montgomery - The only woman executed by the federal government in nearly 70 years, in 2021
  10. Corey Johnson - Drug trafficker executed in 2021

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for United States Penitentiary (USP) - Terre Haute High. If you are have completed a United States Penitentiary (USP) - Terre Haute High 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 United States Penitentiary (USP) - Terre Haute High 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 United States Penitentiary (USP) - Terre Haute High. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

4700 Bureau Road South, Terre Haute, IN, 47802

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 812-244-4400 .

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 United States Penitentiary (USP) - Terre Haute High, 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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General Stats for Indiana

Indiana Total Number of Inmates

43,287

Indiana Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

99,763

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

335

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

6,136

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,940

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

3,719

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

90.98

20,796

Female

9.02

2,061

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

67.79

783

Detained

28.83

333

Diverted

2.34

27