Reviewed on: April 26,2019
Inmate Transfer

How long does it take to process a transferred federal inmate?

My fiance is a federal inmate that had been held and a Federal Detention Center. He was moved on Tuesday, April 23rd 2019 to a federal penitentiary. I have yet to hear from him. Approximately how long does it take to process an inmate?

This usually takes about a week, depending on bed space and length of travel.
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✓ Verified answer April 26,2019 · Inmate Transfer
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This usually takes about a week, depending on bed space and length of travel. The US Marshal Service transports the federal inmates in a very secretive manner so as not to alert anyone on the outside the travel arrangments so the safety of all. As soon as you find out where he lands, let us know because we can get you a local phone number which makes the calls to you at the lowest tariff (6 cents per minute).

Accepted Answer Date Created: April 26,2019
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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 April 2019.