FCI Pollock Medium

Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Last Updated: March 15, 2024
Address
1000 Airbase Rd, Pollock, LA 71467
Beds
1530
County
Grant Parish
Phone
318-765-4400
Fax
318-765-4476
Email
pom-execassistant-5@bop.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 4050, Pollock, LA 71467

FCI Pollock is for Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) offenders found guilty of a federal crime and sentenced to incarceration in accordance with the Department of Justice Sentencing Guidelines.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for federal medium facility.

The phone carrier is Trulincs, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is MoneyGram There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at FCI Pollock on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 318-765-4400.

When a loved one is in federal prison, they need more than just visits or calls due to their generally longer sentences. This webpage offers insights into FCI Pollock procedures, helping you provide the best support possible. From sending magazines to exploring distance learning options, this guide has all you need to assist your loved one effectively.

The Federal Correctional Institution, Pollock (FCI Pollock), situated within the Pollock Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) in central Louisiana, serves as a medium-security federal prison for male inmates. Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Pollock is approximately 15 miles north of Alexandria and plays a crucial role in the federal corrections system.

Notable inmates at FCI Pollock include Gene Gotti, a former associate of the Gambino crime family, serving a sentence for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar heroin ring. Shi Lei, convicted of murdering Captain Chen Chung-She and First Mate Le Da Feng during a hijacking attempt, and Richard Scutari, a former security chief for the white supremacist group The Order, serving a sentence for his role in an armored car robbery.

In terms of housing, inmates at FCI Pollock are accommodated in one and two-person cells, ensuring a secure living environment. Health services are comprehensive, with routine medical and dental care, emergency treatment, and access to medications provided to inmates. Psychological programming groups, crisis counseling, and educational resources are available to support inmates' mental well-being and rehabilitation efforts.

FCI Pollock does not house a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), but does offer the Drug Abuse Education class and the Non-Residential Drug Abuse Program (NR-DAP) to their inmate population. Education services include literacy, GED, and English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) programs, along with parenting programs and adult continuing education classes. Advanced occupational education programs in various fields such as building trades, business management, culinary arts, custodial maintenance, outdoor motors, and sewing equip inmates with valuable skills for future employment.

Library services offer access to a wide range of reading materials and legal resources, fostering intellectual growth and legal literacy among inmates. The UNICOR facility at FCI Pollock produces clothing and textiles, providing vocational training opportunities for inmates.

Commissary services allow inmates to purchase a variety of goods and amenities within specified spending limits, enhancing their quality of life within the facility. Recreation services encompass both indoor and outdoor activities, promoting physical fitness, creativity, and leisure among inmates. Here is the most current list and prices of items sold at the commissary in FCI Pollock.

In summary, FCI Pollock, as part of the FCC complex, is dedicated to the safe and secure confinement of inmates while offering essential services, programs, and resources to support their rehabilitation and reintegration efforts. Through its multifaceted approach to corrections, FCI Pollock aims to foster positive change and prepare inmates for successful reentry into society.

Inmate Locator

FCI Pollock Medium is a facility in the federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) that publishes the names of the inmates currently in one of their locations nationwide. To begin your search, simply input the exact first and last name of the individual you are looking for. Alternatively, if you possess an eight-digit BOP Inmate ID number (xxxxx-xxx), you can use that for quicker results.

If your search within the federal system proves unsuccessful, InmateAid Inmate Search provides an additional avenue. This database encompasses inmates currently incarcerated in various prisons, jails, and detention centers nationwide. Utilizing this free inmate locator doesn't require any sign-up process, ensuring convenient access for users. This free inmate locator.

If you are looking for someone who has been recently taken into custody, you may access the Arrest Record Search feature, there is a cost for this fresh information

Visitation Information

Pollock Medium - Visiting Hours

  • Friday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Holidays 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Visiting Information

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