Inmate Guide: FCI - Beckley Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum West Virginia

Overview of the Facility

FCI Beckley Satellite Prison Camp is a minimum-security federal prison camp for male inmates. It is located adjacent to the main Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Beckley in Beaver, West Virginia.

Contact Information

Address: 1600 Industrial Park Road, Beaver, WV 25813
Phone: (304) 252-9758
Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/bec/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at FCI Beckley 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 date of birth.

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 guidelines.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

MoneyGram: https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/send-money/corrections
Western Union: https://www.westernunion.com/us/en/send-money/app/sendmoney
U.S. Postal Service money orders

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to telephones and may purchase phone credits. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for specific information on these services.

Inmate Services and Programs

FCI Beckley Satellite Prison Camp offers various educational, vocational, and recreational programs to inmates. These may include GED classes, drug abuse treatment, and work assignments.

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.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are typically transferred to the camp from other facilities. Upon arrival, they go through intake procedures. Release preparation begins well before an inmate's scheduled release date and may include halfway house placement.

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. No other items are permitted without prior approval.

Can inmates receive packages?

Inmates cannot receive packages directly from family or friends. All items must be purchased through approved vendors or the institution's commissary.

What work opportunities are available for inmates?

Inmates may be assigned to various work details within the camp, such as food service, maintenance, or clerical work. Some may also participate in work programs outside the facility, subject to eligibility and security considerations.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1600 Industrial Road, Beaver, WV, 25813

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 304-252-9758 .

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 - Beckley 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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