Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) - Butner Low, North Carolina

Overview of the Facility

FCI Butner Low is a low-security federal correctional institution for male inmates. It is part of the larger Butner Federal Correctional Complex, which includes multiple facilities.

Contact Information

Address: Old NC Highway 75, Butner, NC 27509

Phone: (919) 575-4541

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

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at FCI Butner Low, 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 specific hours and procedures, as they may change.

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

FCI Butner Low offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates. These may include GED classes, drug treatment programs, and work assignments.

History of the Facility

FCI Butner Low is part of the Butner Federal Correctional Complex, which was established in 1961. The complex has expanded over the years to include multiple facilities.

Security and Management Information

As a low-security facility, FCI Butner Low has a secure perimeter and internal controls to maintain safety and order. The facility is managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. Specific policies and procedures are in place to facilitate these rights while maintaining security.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves intake procedures, including fingerprinting and medical screening. Release procedures vary depending on the inmate's situation and may involve transitional programs.

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.

How often can inmates make phone calls?

Inmates are generally allowed to make phone calls during designated times. The frequency and duration may vary based on the facility's policies.

What medical services are available to inmates?

FCI Butner Low provides basic medical care to inmates. More serious medical issues may require transfer to a medical facility within the Butner Complex or an outside hospital.

Famous Prisoners

While FCI Butner Low itself may not have a widely publicized list of famous inmates, the Butner Federal Correctional Complex has housed several notable prisoners, including:

Bernard Madoff - Convicted of running the largest Ponzi scheme in history
John Hinckley Jr. - Attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan
Jonathan Pollard - Former U.S. Navy intelligence analyst convicted of spying for Israel
Anjem Choudary - British radical cleric convicted of supporting ISIS
Omar Ahmad Rahman - Known as the "Blind Sheikh," convicted of conspiracy in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) - Butner Low. If you are have completed a Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) - Butner Low 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 Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) - Butner Low 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 Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) - Butner Low. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

Old North Carolina Highway 75, Butner, NC, 27509

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 919-575-5000 .

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 Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) - Butner Low, 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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