USP Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum Security Facility Guide

Overview of the Facility

USP Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp located in Inez, Kentucky. It is a satellite facility of the United States Penitentiary (USP) Big Sandy, which is a high-security prison. The camp houses male offenders and is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Contact Information

Address: 1197 Airport Road, Inez, KY 41224
Phone: (606) 433-2400
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/bsy/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at USP Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp, use the Bureau of Prisons' 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 the most up-to-date visitation schedule and procedures.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

Online: BOP's Trust Fund
Western Union Quick Collect
MoneyGram
Postal Money Order

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to telephones and can make collect calls or use their Trust Fund account. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for specific information on this service.

Inmate Services and Programs

The camp offers various programs including:

Educational programs
Vocational training
Substance abuse treatment
Mental health services
Religious programs

Security and Management Information

As a minimum-security facility, the camp has a lower staff-to-inmate ratio compared to higher security prisons. Inmates are housed in dormitory-style units and have more freedom of movement within the facility.

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 the facility's rules and regulations.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are typically transferred to the camp from other facilities. Upon arrival, they go through an intake process. Release procedures involve pre-release programming and coordination with probation officers for those under supervised release.

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 small amount of cash for vending machines. All other items must be approved by staff.

Can inmates receive packages?

Generally, inmates cannot receive packages directly from family or friends. All items must be sent through approved vendors or channels.

What type of work do inmates perform at the camp?

Inmates at the camp may work in various areas such as food service, maintenance, landscaping, or clerical duties within the facility.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for USP - Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum. If you are have completed a USP - Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum 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 USP - Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum 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 USP - Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1197 Airport Road, Inez, KY, 41224

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 606-433-2400 .

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 USP - Big Sandy Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum, 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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