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- PO Box 34550, Memphis, TN 38134
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Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) – Memphis's comprehensive information to help guide you through the federal prison process, specifically on how to remain connected to your inmate while they are incarcerated.
The FCI-Memphis is a federal prison located at 1101 John A Denie Rd in Memphis, TN. This federal medium security prison is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to hold inmates who have been convicted to and sentenced for a federal crime through the US Department of Justice (DOJ).
Locate all federal inmates here. If you would like to speak with a case manager or counselor, call 901-372-2269.
The Federal Correctional Institution, Memphis (FCI Memphis) is a medium-security United States federal prison for male inmates located in Memphis, Tennessee. It is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, a division of the US Department of Justice. It also includes a satellite prison camp for minimum-security male offenders.
In early 2012, a joint investigation conducted by the FBI, the Bureau of Prisons, and the Department of Justice Inspector General found that several inmates at FCI Memphis, identified as Mark Evans, Vincent West, Tyrone Bryant, David Chambers and Larry Burse, operated a marijuana ring from FCI Memphis that spanned three states – Tennessee, Louisiana, and Texas – between September 2009 and May 2010. Evans received shipments of marijuana through the prison kitchen, brought into the prison by a corrupt food services employee, Debra Thompson. Evans or his fellow inmates would then distribute the marijuana to other prisoners for up to $900 an ounce. Inmates purchasing the marijuana would send money orders to the wife of Evans’ top marijuana wholesaler in Shreveport, Louisiana. The money orders were converted to cash and disbursed to Evans’ family members in Texas and also to two post office boxes in Memphis, TN opened up at the behest of the corrupt food services employee.
This operation generated at least $85,000 during the course of the conspiracy. Evans, the ringleader of the operation, was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute marijuana in August 2012 and faces up to ten years additional years of incarceration. Members of Evans’ family, his fellow inmate co-conspirators and the food services employee all agreed to plead guilty and testify in return for the possibility of reduced sentences.
Housing: The FCI has 5 main housing units that are composed of multiple occupancy cells along with 6 single-person cell housing units. The FCI also has a Special Housing Unit which is made up of 24 beds.
Health Services: FCI Memphis Health Services Department offers a wide variety of services and is staffed by physicians, mid-level practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, and administrative staff. Health services include an initial screening, sick call, periodic health examinations, eyeglasses, dental services, medications, emergency medical services, and diagnosis and treatment of chronic infectious diseases.
Psychology Services: Every inmate at FCI Memphis must complete a Psychology Services Inmate Questionnaire within 14 days of his arrival. Inmates who are having major psychological symptoms such as depression or anxiety, as well as those with significant interpersonal difficulties, are encouraged to seek services. Available services to inmates include individual counseling and crisis intervention, simple advice concerning personal issues, psychological testing (only by proper referral), and specialty groups such as anger management and stress management.
Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP): FCI Memphis houses a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). It also offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), a Drug Education class, and the Non-Residential Drug Abuse Program (NR-DAP). The camp screens inmates for the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP).
Education Services: FCI Memphis offers literacy, Pre-GED, GED, Spanish GED, English-as-a-Second Language (ESL), and parenting programs to inmates. Career counseling, educational advisement, Adult Continuing Education (ACE) courses, and a Pre-Release Program are also available to inmates. High school diplomas and post-secondary programs are available through paid correspondence programs.
Advanced Occupational Education: FCI Memphis offers advanced occupational education in Logistics/Transportation Management and Quality Assurance and Supervision. It also offers occupational education in Building Trades.
Apprenticeship: Both facilities offer apprenticeships in Career Development Technician, Carpenter (Maintenance), Cook (Hotel and Restaurant), Dental Assistant, Electrician, HVAC, Landscape Gardener, and Teacher Aide. The main facility offers apprenticeships in Drafter (Architectural), Electronics Tester, Machinist, Maintenance Electrician, Painter, Plumber, Purchasing Agent, and Quality Control Technician. The camp offers apprenticeships in Engraver, Golf Course Management, Printer-Slotter and Operator, and Welder (Combination).
Library Services: A leisure and law library are available to FCI Memphis inmates. An Interlibrary Loan Program associated with the Memphis/Shelby County Library is also available. In the leisure library inmates can check out books, magazines, and newspapers. In the law library, inmates can use the TRULINCS Electronic Law Library, a copy machine, and typewriters.
UNICOR: FCI Memphis houses a UNICOR factory producing and servicing electronic cable assemblies and printing operation.
Commissary: Inmates may withdraw money for reasons of personal spending in the institution’s commissary, for family support, or other approved purposes. Inmates are permitted to spend up to $360.00 per month on items such as shoes, food, drinks, clothing, electronics, and other items.
Recreation: The recreation program includes intramural sports where inmates can participate in softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and flag football. The Wellness Program offers instruction on various health/fitness topics. Activities available include structured classes, exercise programs and fitness clubs. Participants can receive certificates for program completion. A variety of activities are available on the recreation yard, softball field, and in the gymnasium for “off-duty” inmates, including bocce ball, volleyball, handball, racquetball, basketball, soccer, shuffleboard, horseshoes, stationary bike program and football. There is a jogging/walking track which is approximately 1/3 mile in length and an activity room available for ping pong. Recreation also offers a music room for individual practice and for use by groups. The Hobby Craft Program provides tools, a work room and instruction in various crafts including leather craft, woodworking, painting, and beading.
Admissions and Orientation (A&O) Handbook – This document provides you with general information about the institution, programs, rules, and regulations that you will encounter during your confinement. Familiarizing yourself with this information and knowing your responsibilities will help you to adjustment to institution life.
Commissary List – In 1930 the Department of Justice authorized and established a Commissary at each Federal institution. The Commissary provides a bank type account for your money & for the procurement of articles not issued regularly as part of the institution administration. Funds deposited by your family, friends, or other sources are stored in your commissary account that we maintain.
Legal Activities – This document outlines the procedures for access to legal reference materials and legal counsel and the opportunities that you will be afforded to prepare legal documents while incarcerated.
PREA Report
This report, posted on August 16, 2016, details the findings of an audit that was conducted to determine compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act.
visitation Info
Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) – Memphis Medium – Visiting Hours
- Monday 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Saturday 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Sunday 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Holidays 8:00am – 3:00pm
