Inmate Guide: FCI Petersburg Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum (Virginia)

Overview of the Facility

FCI Petersburg Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp for male inmates. It is located in Hopewell, Virginia, and operates as a satellite facility of the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Petersburg.

Contact Information

Address: 1060 River Road, Hopewell, VA 23860
Phone: (804) 733-7881
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/pet/

How to Locate an Inmate

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

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

Online: Use the BOP's Trust Fund system
Western Union Quick Collect
MoneyGram
Postal Money Order (mailed to the BOP's centralized processing location)

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 check with the facility for current options and procedures.

Inmate Services and Programs

FCI Petersburg Satellite Prison Camp offers various programs, including:

Educational programs (GED, adult continuing education)
Vocational training
Work programs
Drug abuse treatment
Religious services
Recreation activities

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 camp.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. They also have the right to receive visits from approved family and friends, subject to BOP regulations and facility-specific rules.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are typically transferred to the camp from other facilities. Upon arrival, they go through intake procedures, including medical screening and orientation. Release preparation begins well before an inmate's scheduled release date and may include participation in pre-release programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

Visitors are typically allowed to bring a clear plastic bag with identification, car keys, and a small amount of money for vending machines. All other items must be approved in advance.

Can inmates receive packages?

Generally, inmates cannot receive packages directly from family or friends. Some items may be ordered through approved vendors. Check with the facility for specific regulations.

What type of work do inmates perform at the camp?

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

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1100 River Road, Hopewell, VA, 23860

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 804-733-7881 .

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 - Petersburg 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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