Inmate Guide: FCI - Otisville Satellite Prison Camp (Minimum Security), New York
Overview of the Facility
FCI Otisville Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp located in Otisville, New York. It is a satellite facility of the Federal Correctional Institution, Otisville, which is a medium-security prison for male inmates.
Contact Information
Address: 2 Mile Road, Otisville, NY 10963
Phone: (845) 386-6700
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/otv/
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at FCI Otisville Satellite Prison Camp, use the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator: https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/
Visitation Information and Hours
Visiting hours are typically on weekends and federal holidays. Contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date visiting 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/send-to-inmate
- Western Union: https://www.westernunion.com/us/en/send-money/app/send-to-inmate
- BOP's Trust Fund Send Money page: https://www.bop.gov/inmates/trust_fund.jsp
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 camp offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates, including:
- GED classes
- Vocational training
- Drug abuse treatment
- Religious services
- Recreational activities
Security and Management Information
As a minimum-security facility, the camp has a lower staff-to-inmate ratio and fewer physical security measures compared to higher-security prisons.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visits from attorneys. Family and friends can visit according to the facility's visitation policy.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are typically transferred to the camp from other facilities. Upon arrival, they go through an intake process. Release procedures vary based on the inmate's sentence and conditions.
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. Contact the facility for a complete list of permitted items.
Can inmates receive packages?
Generally, inmates cannot receive packages directly from family or friends. Most items must be purchased through approved vendors or the commissary.
What is the difference between the camp and the main FCI Otisville facility?
The camp is a minimum-security facility with less restrictive conditions, while the main FCI Otisville is a medium-security prison with higher security measures.
Famous Prisoners
Some notable individuals who have served time at FCI Otisville Satellite Prison Camp include:
- Michael Cohen - Former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump, sentenced for tax evasion and campaign finance violations.
- Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino - Reality TV star from "Jersey Shore," served time for tax evasion.
- Billy McFarland - Organizer of the failed Fyre Festival, convicted of wire fraud.
- Dean Skelos - Former New York State Senate Majority Leader, convicted on corruption charges.
- Sholam Weiss - Convicted of racketeering, wire fraud, and money laundering in a massive insurance scam.