Inmate Guide: FCI Edgefield Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum, South Carolina

Overview of the Facility

FCI Edgefield Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp for male inmates. It is located in Edgefield, South Carolina, and operates as a satellite facility to the main Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Edgefield.

Contact Information

Address: 501 Gary Hill Road, Edgefield, SC 29824
Phone: (803) 637-1500
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/edg/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at FCI Edgefield 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 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
Western Union Quick Collect
MoneyGram
Postal Money Order

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 Edgefield Satellite Prison Camp offers various programs, including:

Educational programs
Vocational training
Substance abuse treatment
Religious services
Recreation activities

Security and Management Information

As a minimum-security facility, the camp has a lower staff-to-inmate ratio and fewer security measures compared to higher security prisons. Inmates are typically those with non-violent offenses and shorter sentences.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. Specific rules and procedures must be followed, which can be obtained by contacting the facility directly.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves intake procedures, including fingerprinting, photographs, and medical screening. Release procedures vary based on the inmate's situation and may include transitional services.

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 photo ID. All other items must be approved by the facility beforehand.

Are inmates allowed to receive packages?

Generally, inmates are not allowed to receive packages directly. Certain items may be approved through authorized vendors. Contact the facility for specific rules.

What type of work do inmates perform at the camp?

Inmates at minimum-security camps often work in facility maintenance, food service, or on supervised work details in the local community.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

501 Gary Road, Edgefield, SC, 29824

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 803-637-1500 .

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 FCI - Edgefield 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: