FCI Terminal Island Low

Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Last Updated: March 13, 2024
Address
1299 Seaside Ave, San Pedro, CA 90731
Beds
1200
County
Los Angeles
Phone
310-831-8961
Fax
310-732-5325
Email
trm-execassistant-s@bop.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 3007, San Pedro, CA 90731

FCI Terminal-Island 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 low facility.

The phone carrier is Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork, 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

Satellite View of FCI Terminal Island Low

You can support your loved ones at FCI Terminal-Island on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 310-831-8961.

Located at the entrance to Los Angeles Harbor, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Terminal Island stands as a low-security federal prison solely housing male inmates. Its history stretches back to 1938, marking a unique trajectory with various transitions over the years. Initially constructed in 1938, the facility housed both male and female inmates. The U.S. Navy took control during World War II, utilizing it as a receiving station and barracks for court-martialed prisoners. Following the war, the state of California assumed control, transforming it into a medical and psychiatric institution. Finally, in 1955, the Bureau of Prisons regained control, converting it into a federal prison.

FCI Terminal Island emphasizes inmate work programs. Most inmates are assigned institutional maintenance jobs like food service or janitorial duties. However, a significant number participate in the Federal Prison Industries (UNICOR) program, which offers factory employment and vocational training in metalworking. Furthermore, inmates can pursue higher wages through a performance-based pay system.

The prison recognizes the importance of rehabilitation and offers various programs to equip inmates with valuable skills and knowledge. Educational opportunities encompass literacy programs, GED (General Educational Development) classes, and English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) courses. Inmates seeking to further their education can pursue high school diplomas or even post-secondary programs through paid correspondence options. Additionally, advanced occupational education programs are available in diverse fields like carpentry, electrical work, and welding.

FCI Terminal Island prioritizes the well-being of its inmate population. Mental health services include screenings, individual and group therapy sessions, and self-help programs. The facility also houses a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) to address substance abuse issues, alongside offering drug education classes.

Inmates have access to leisure libraries stocked with various reading materials, including fiction, non-fiction, and reference books. The TRULINCS Electronic Law Library provides legal resources and facilitates the preparation of legal documents. Typewriters and a copying machine are also available for legal purposes.

A commissary allows inmates to purchase approved items like snacks and clothing within a designated monthly spending limit. FCI Terminal Island prioritizes recreation and offers various leisure activities to promote physical and mental well-being. These include organized sports, table games, hobby programs, music classes, and social events.

FCI Terminal Island has housed several notable inmates throughout its history, including Al Capone, Charles Manson, and Timothy Leary. These individuals stand as testaments to the diverse population the prison has managed over the years.

FCI Terminal Island transcends its role as a correctional facility by incorporating rehabilitation efforts alongside security measures. Through work programs, educational opportunities, and mental health services, the institution aims to equip inmates with the tools and knowledge necessary to successfully reintegrate into society upon release.

Important links from the BOP website:


Inmate Locator

FCI Terminal Island Low is a facility in the federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) that publishes the names of the inmates currently in one of their locations nationwide. Your search should start with the first locator to see if your loved one is there. You will need the offender's first and last name and it must be spelled exactly. If you have a eight-digit BOP Inmate ID number (xxxxx-xxx)

If you cannot find your inmate in the federal search, the second box is the InmateAid Inmate Search. This database of inmates is all the inmates currently incarcerated in all prisons, jails and detention centers. You do not need to sign up to use 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

Terminal Island Low - Visiting Hours

  • Monday 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

  • Visiting Overview - carefully review the visiting regulations and to observe any applicable state and local travel advisories in planning to visit.
  • Visiting Schedule & Procedures - Official policy at FCI Terminal Island outlines the specific regulations and procedures for visiting an inmate at this facility. Also available in Spanish: Regulaciones de Visitas

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