Inmate Guide: FCI Butner Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum (North Carolina)
Overview of the Facility
FCI Butner Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp located in Butner, North Carolina. It is part of the larger Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Butner, which includes other facilities of varying security levels.
Contact Information
Address: Old NC Highway 75, Butner, NC 27509
Phone: (919) 575-3900
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/buf/
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at FCI Butner Satellite Prison Camp, use the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) 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 visiting schedule and procedures.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:
- Online: BOP's Trust Fund Send Money page
- Western Union Quick Collect
- MoneyGram
- Postal Money Order
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates have access to telephones and may be able to use email through the TRULINCS system. Video visitation may be available, but you should confirm with the facility for the most current options.
Inmate Services and Programs
FCI Butner Satellite Prison Camp offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates. These may include GED classes, drug treatment programs, and work assignments.
History of the Facility
FCC Butner was established in 1961 and has expanded over the years to include multiple facilities, including the satellite prison camp.
Security and Management Information
As a minimum-security facility, the camp has a lower staff-to-inmate ratio compared to higher security prisons. Inmates at this level are considered to be the lowest risk among the prison population.
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.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are typically transferred to the camp from other facilities or directly by court order. The release process involves coordination with probation officers and may include time in a halfway house.
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 limited amount of money for vending machines. All items are subject to search.
Are inmates allowed to receive packages?
Generally, inmates are not allowed to receive packages from family or friends. All items must be purchased through approved channels, such as the commissary.
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 positions within the facility.
Notable Inmates
While specific information about current or former inmates is not readily available, FCC Butner has housed several high-profile inmates over the years. However, it's important to note that these individuals may have been held in different parts of the complex, not necessarily the satellite camp. Some notable inmates include:
- Bernard Madoff - Convicted of running the largest Ponzi scheme in history.
- John Hinckley Jr. - Attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan in 1981.
- Jonathan Pollard - Former U.S. Navy intelligence analyst convicted of spying for Israel.
- Omar Ahmad Rahman - Known as the "Blind Sheikh," convicted of conspiracy in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
- John Walker Lindh - The "American Taliban," captured as an enemy combatant during the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan.
