Reviewed on: August 01,2018
General Prison Questions-Terminology

Are inmates housed in their home state, and if so how far from their home county?

There is no guarantee about where an inmate will be placed.
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✓ Verified answer June 09,2018 · General Prison Questions-Terminology
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There is no guarantee about where an inmate will be placed. In most cases, if there is a same-security facility that fits the offender's custody status they try to keep them closer to home where more visitations are possible.

Accepted Answer Date Created: June 09,2018
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed August 2018.