USP Terre Haute

Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Last Updated: March 14, 2024
Address
4700 Bureau Rd S, Terre Haute, IN 47802
Beds
1610
County
Vigo
Phone
812-244-4400
Fax
812-244-4791
Email
tha-execassistant-s@bop.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 33, Terre Haute, IN 47808

USP Terre Haute 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

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You can support your loved ones at USP Terre Haute on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 812-244-4400.

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 USP Terre Haute 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 United States Penitentiary, Terre Haute (USP Terre Haute) operates as a high-security federal prison for male inmates within the Terre Haute Federal Correctional Complex (FCC Terre Haute). As part of the BOP, it holds a pivotal position in the federal corrections system, managing inmates with diverse backgrounds and serving various sentences.

USP Terre Haute boasts a unique feature, its Special Confinement Unit, dedicated to housing male federal inmates sentenced to death. Additionally, the facility houses the federal execution chamber, where lethal injections are carried out. Notable inmates on death row include individuals convicted of hate crimes, kidnapping, and murder.

In terms of infrastructure and operations, USP Terre Haute is designed to accommodate high-security inmates, ensuring safety and security. The facility includes several housing units, including specialized units such as a faith-based unit for inmates seeking religious activities. Inmates have allotted visitation days and telephone privileges, with employment opportunities available through programs like UNICOR, providing vocational training and work opportunities within the prison.

The inmate population at USP Terre Haute reflects the diversity of offenses within the federal system. Alongside those on death row, the facility houses individuals convicted of various crimes, ranging from violent offenses to white-collar crimes. Notable inmates at USP Terre Haute include individuals involved in high-profile cases, highlighting the facility's role in managing some of the most notorious offenders in the country. Others currently on death row are Dylann Storm Roof the white supremacist convicted in 2016 of federal hate crimes and firearms charges for committing the Charleston church shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in 2015, during which 9 parishioners were murdered. Marvin Gabrion was convicted in 2002 of the 1997 kidnapping and murder of 19-year-old Rachel Timmerman. Gabrion was the first person to receive a federal death sentence in a non-death penalty state since the federal death penalty was reinstated in 1988. Joseph Edward Duncan Serial child molester and rapist was sentenced to death for a 2005 kidnapping and quadruple murder in Idaho. Alfonso Rodriguez, Jr. a sex offender; was convicted in 2006 of interstate kidnapping resulting in death in connection with the 2003 kidnapping, sexual assault, and fatal stabbing of university student Dru Sjodin.

Among those most recently executed at USP Terre Haute was Timothy McVeigh (convicted for his responsibility for the Oklahoma City bombing) executed 6-11-2001 and Juan Raul Garza executed 6-19-2001, and Louis Jones, Jr. executed 3-18-2003, Lethal injection is the method of execution used by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

USP Terre Haute offers a range of programs and services aimed at inmate rehabilitation and reintegration into society. These include comprehensive health services, psychology services, education programs such as GED and ESL, vocational training opportunities, library services, and recreational activities promoting physical fitness and leisure.

Despite its crucial role, USP Terre Haute faces challenges and controversies, including overcrowding, staff shortages, and security concerns. Additionally, the use of the death penalty and the management of death row inmates can spark debates about the ethics and effectiveness of capital punishment.

In conclusion, USP Terre Haute serves as a cornerstone of the federal corrections system, providing essential services, programs, and oversight to ensure the safety, security, and rehabilitation of its inmate population while navigating challenges and controversies inherent in its operations.

Inmate Locator

USP Terre Haute 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

Terre Haute High - 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

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Ask a former inmate questions at no charge. The inmate answering has spent considerable time in the federal prison system, state and county jails, and in a prison that was run by the private prison entity CCA. Ask your question or browse previous questions in response to comments or further questions of members of the InmateAid community.