Metropolitan Detention Center, Brooklyn

Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Last Updated: March 17, 2024
Address
80 29th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Beds
2290
County
Kings
Phone
718-840-4200
Fax
718-840-5005
Email
bro-execassistant-s@bop.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 329002, Brooklyn, NY 11232

MDC Brooklyn 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 high 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

Satellite View of Metropolitan Detention Center, Brooklyn

You can support your loved ones at MDC Brooklyn on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 718-840-4200.

The Metropolitan Detention Center, Brooklyn (MDC Brooklyn), serves as a critical facility within the federal detention system, housing male and female inmates of all security levels, with many awaiting trial in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), MDC Brooklyn provides maximum-security detention for individuals with pending cases, as well as those serving brief sentences. In terms of housing, inmates at MDC Brooklyn are accommodated in cells with two or more bunks, ensuring efficient use of space while maintaining security and order within the facility.

Established in 1994, MDC Brooklyn plays a crucial role in the federal justice system, holding pre-trial and pre-sentence detainees in a secure environment. Notable inmates at MDC Brooklyn have included individuals from various backgrounds, including finance, entertainment, organized crime, and activism.

Women in prison are often the primary or sole caregivers of children before incarceration. For offenders who will give birth during their incarceration, there are two programs offered to assist these mothers before, during, and after childbirth; these include Mothers and Infants Together (MINT) and the Residential Parenting Program (RPP). The MINT Program is a community residential program that aims to assist offenders during the last two months of pregnancy. Eligible inmates are transferred to a Residential Reentry Center and remain there for up to three months after birth to bond with their children before returning to the institution to complete their sentence. Inmates may be permitted to stay longer. The Program Statement, Female Offender Manual, is the agency's primary policy addressing the management of incarcerated women. The agency also issued an Operations Memorandum requiring all female sites to provide five types of feminine hygiene products to inmates free of charge.

Health services at MDC Brooklyn are comprehensive, encompassing sick calls, dental care, emergency services, and medication provision. Inmates can access medical care by submitting a Sick Call form, with emergency care available round-the-clock to address urgent health needs.

The Psychology Department at MDC Brooklyn offers mental health services to inmates with a history of mental illness or difficulty adjusting to incarceration. Staff members are stationed on individual floors to promptly address inmate concerns, with psychiatric medication provided as needed.

While MDC Brooklyn does not offer a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), it provides educational opportunities such as GED and English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) programs, empowering inmates to enhance their academic skills during their detention.

Library services, including leisure and law libraries, offer inmates access to reading materials and legal resources, supporting their educational and legal needs. Additionally, the commissary allows inmates to purchase various items, including food, snacks, electronics, and personal hygiene products.

Recreation services at MDC Brooklyn encompass a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities, promoting physical fitness, social interaction, and personal development among inmates. From organized sports to wellness activities and artistic pursuits, recreational opportunities contribute to the well-being and rehabilitation of individuals in detention.

Overall, the Metropolitan Detention Center, Brooklyn, serves as a vital institution within the federal corrections system, providing secure detention and essential services to a diverse population of inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences. Through its comprehensive programs and services, MDC Brooklyn aims to maintain safety, promote rehabilitation, and facilitate the successful reintegration of individuals into society upon their release.

Inmate Locator

Metropolitan Detention Center, Brooklyn 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

MDC Brooklyn - Visitation

Visiting Information

East Building: Sunday - Female Unit Monday - Legal only Tuesday - Legal only Wednesday - Female Units (Afternoon) Thursday - Legal only Friday - Legal only Saturday - Female Unit

West Building: Sunday - Male Cadre Monday - 6th Floor Tuesday - 7th Floor Wednesday - 8th Floor Thursday - 4th Floor Friday - 5th Floor Male Cadre (Afternoon) Saturday Male Cadre

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