FDC-Reception and Medical Center (RMC)

State Prison

Last Updated: March 09, 2024
Address
7765 S CR 231, Lake Butler, FL 32054-0628
Beds
1503
County
Union
Phone
386-496-6000
Fax
386-496-3287
Email
RMC.WardenOffice@fdc.myflorida.com
Mailing Address
PO Box 23608, Tampa, FL 33623

FDC-RMC is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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Located at 7765 S CR 231 in Lake Butler, FL, FDC-RMC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. FDC-RMC offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

The FDC-RMC in Lake Butler, Union County, serves as a crucial facility within the state's corrections system, operating as both a prison and a hospital for male inmates. Established in 1968, RMC initially functioned as an intake and processing center for all male state prisoners, as well as a secure medical facility. Over the years, it has evolved to accommodate a maximum of 1,503 prisoners with varying security levels.

In addition to the main facility, the Reception and Medical Center, West Unit, which sits opposite and divided by the main runway for the Department of Corrections Airport, houses another 891 inmates, and the RMC-Work Camp adds 432 minimum beds expanding the center's capacity to manage a diverse population of offenders.

The institution faced controversy in April 2015 when two correctional officers and a former officer were charged in a plot to murder a former inmate, allegedly in retaliation for a prior altercation at RMC. This incident shed light on concerning connections between the accused officers and the Traditional American Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, prompting scrutiny and calls for reform.

Despite challenges, the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) remains committed to providing essential programming and services to inmates housed at RMC. Chaplaincy Services, Religious Education, and Worship Services are offered to address inmates' spiritual needs and promote personal reflection and growth.

Moreover, Institutional Betterment Programs such as Compass 100 and the PAL Program aim to facilitate inmates' rehabilitation and skill development, fostering positive behavior and readiness for reintegration into society. Additionally, Wellness Education initiatives strive to promote physical and mental well-being among the incarcerated population.

Through these programs and services, RMC endeavors to fulfill its mission of not only managing the incarceration and medical needs of inmates but also promoting their rehabilitation and successful transition back into the community.

Inmate Locator

FDC-RMC maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

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