IN TRANSIT

You can support your loved ones at IN TRANSIT on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at .

When a friend or family member is in federal prison, it's tough to know how to help. They're facing longer sentences, so they need more than just visits or calls. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's your one-stop-shop for understanding how federal prisons work, so you can give your loved one the best support possible. Whether it's sending them magazines, and books, or looking into distance learning options for them to earn a degree while inside, this guide has all the info you need.

The IN TRANSIT is a federal prison located at in , DC. This security prison is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to hold inmates who have been convicted to and sentenced for a federal crime through the US Department of Justice (DOJ). Locate all federal inmates here. If you would like to speak with a case manager or counselor, call .

Upon sentencing in District Court, the BOP has the sole responsibility in determining where an offender will be designated for service of their sentence (not the judge or prosecutor). The BOP's Designation and Sentence Computation Center (DSCC), located in the Grand Prairie, TX determines where the inmates will be placed.

The BOP offers a phone program called Trulinks for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive. Long-distance calls are the most expensive at 21 cents per minute. Alternatively, local calls are only 6 cents per minute. Click here to acquire a local line that saves money during your loved one's time in IN TRANSIT for only $5.00/month. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.