Reviewed on: December 13,2019
Inmate Transfer

why would an inmate be transferred to a higher level of security facility?

They probably broke rules serious enough that required placing them in a facility where the security level is higher. 
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✓ Verified answer December 01,2019 · Inmate Transfer
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They probably broke rules serious enough that required placing them in a facility where the security level is higher. 

Accepted Answer Date Created: December 01,2019
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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 December 2019.