Guide to USP Canaan Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum, Pennsylvania
Overview
USP Canaan Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum is a minimum-security federal prison in Waymart, Pennsylvania. Part of the United States Penitentiary, Canaan complex, it primarily houses male inmates.
Contact Information
Address: 3057 Easton Turnpike, Waymart, PA 18472, USA
Phone: (570) 488-8000
Website: http://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/can/
Email: Not available publicly.
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at USP Canaan Satellite Prison Camp, visit the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ inmate locator tool on their website at http://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation at USP Canaan Satellite Prison Camp is allowed on weekends and federal holidays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Visitors must be approved in advance, and all visits must be scheduled through the prison’s visitation system. All visitors must adhere to strict dress code and conduct rules during their visit.
How to Send Money
Inmates at USP Canaan Satellite Prison Camp - Minimum can receive money through postal money orders or through the Bureau of Prisons' electronic money transfer service, MoneyGram or Western Union. More details on sending money can be found on the BOP website under the section "Sending Money to an Inmate".
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates are allowed to make controlled and monitored phone calls. Video visitation services are also available through the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ approved service providers. These are typically available during specified hours and require prior scheduling.
Inmate Services and Programs
The camp offers various programs including GED and educational courses, vocational training, anger management programs, and recreational activities. These services aim at preparing inmates for a successful reintegration into society.
History of the Facility
USP Canaan Satellite Prison Camp was established to alleviate overcrowding at the main Canaan penitentiary and to provide a less restrictive environment for inmates classified as minimum-security.
Security and Management Information
The camp is managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Security measures are consistent with other minimum-security Federal prison camps and focus on rehabilitative rather than punitive measures.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates at the camp are entitled to regular visitation under the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ guidelines. Legal representation and rights must be respected throughout the inmate's custody, and legal advisors are permitted visits for consultations.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are processed upon arrival under the BOP’s guidelines, which includes documentation and initial assessment. Release processes are scheduled and coordinated based on sentence completion and good conduct time earned.
