Danbury Federal Correctional Institution, Connecticut
The Danbury Federal Correctional Institution (FCI Danbury) is a low-security United States federal prison for male inmates in Danbury, Connecticut. It also includes a satellite prison camp for minimum-security female offenders. FCI Danbury primarily houses inmates who are serving short sentences for federal crimes.
Contact Information
- Address: Route 37, Danbury, CT 06811
- Phone Number: (203) 743-6471
- Website: https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/dan/
How to Locate an Inmate
Inmates at Danbury FCI can be located through the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ website. You can use their inmate locator tool by entering the inmate’s BOP Register Number, DCDC Number, FBI Number, or INS Number, as well as their first and last name. The link to the inmate locator is https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation for the main institution is on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays, generally from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The prison camp has similar visitation hours. All visitors must be approved in advance and are subject to search. Detailed visitation guidelines can be found on the official FCI Danbury website.
How to Send Money
Family and friends can send money to inmates in Danbury FCI via MoneyGram, Western Union, or by sending a money order through the mail. For online deposits, the Bureau of Prisons recommends using the services linked through their official website, which include MoneyGram’s ExpressPayment service and Western Union’s Quick Collect.
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates at Danbury FCI are allowed 300 minutes of phone calls per month, which increases to 400 minutes in November and December. Video visitation services are available through the TRULINCS (Trust Fund Limited Inmate Computer System) which inmates access from institutions. More information on setting up video calls can be obtained from the institution’s administration.
Inmate Services and Programs
FCI Danbury offers various programs for inmates including educational courses, vocational training, and substance abuse programs. There are also opportunities for inmates to engage in recreational activities and religious services.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates are guaranteed certain rights under federal law, including the right to visitation. They also have the right to access legal resources and representation. Specific policies about visitation rights can be found in the visitor guidelines provided by FCI Danbury.
Booking and Release Process
When an individual is first brought to FCI Danbury, they go through a booking process which includes fingerprinting, photographing, and issuing clothing and bedding. The release process varies depending on the specifics of the inmate’s sentence and may involve procedures for transitioning through a halfway house.
Famous Prisoners
- Leona Helmsley: Known as the "Queen of Mean," this billionaire hotelier served time in FCI Danbury for tax evasion during the early 1990s.
- Piper Kerman: Author of "Orange is the New Black," which inspired the TV series of the same name, Kerman served her sentence for money laundering at FCI Danbury.
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