- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
- Ohio
- PO Box 10, Libson, OH 44432
- 330-420-6200
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Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) – Elkton'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-Elkton is a federal prison located at 8730 Scroggs Rd in Elkton, OH. This federal low 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 330-420-6200.
The Federal Correctional Institution, Elkton (FCI Elkton) is a low-security United States federal prison for male inmates near Elkton, Ohio. It is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, a division of the US Department of Justice. It also has an adjacent satellite prison camp that houses low and minimum-security male inmates.
FCI Elkton is located in central Columbiana County, Ohio and is 45 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Background: FCI Elkton was opened in 1997. It is a Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP) facility.
Notable inmates include In 2010, William J. Platz, a 61-year-old prisoner from FCI Elkton was charged for drawing and distributing images of minors involved in forms of sexual conduct. Platz distributed these images to another inmate. Platz pleaded guilty and was sentenced to Seagoville Federal Correctional Institution to serve additional prison time. Platz was originally sentenced for a child pornography offense in 2000, along with being a co-conspirator of Eric Rosser. Rosser happened to be an FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive until he was finally captured in 2001. Another notable inmate who is currently imprisoned at Elkton FCI currently serves a 25-year sentence. This prisoner, Peter Gotti, was convicted of not only extorting money in 2004 but also planning a murder upon Sammy Gravano. Peter Gotti was the brother of the John Gotti, who died in 2002. Once John died, Peter Gotti became the boss of the Gambino crime family. It was believed that Gotti was after Sammy Gravano after he testified against John Gotti during his 1992 trial.
Housing: Inmates are housed in two-person pods, with a total of six housing units.
Health Services: On-site medical care is available 16 hours a day. Emergency care is available 24 hours a day. Services include intake evaluation, routine health care, and dental care, and emergency care. Inmates must submit a triage form to Health Services in order to be scheduled for routine care.
Psychology Services: All inmates are reviewed by Psychology after their arrival at FCI Elkton which may include a face-to-face interview. Various mental health classes and group counseling programs are also available. Depending upon need and interest, individual counseling for mental health concerns is available. Psychiatric medication is also available. Self-Image groups and other voluntary groups are available for interested inmates. Groups include Cage Your Rage, Re-Entering on Firm Footing, Mentoring, Successful Living, Responsibility for Your Relationships, Attitude – the Choice is Yours, Positive Mental Attitude, Who Moved My Cheese, Memory Power, Seven Habits of Highly Successful People, Self-Discovery, Beat the Street, and Victim Awareness/Impact Panel. A Non-Residential Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP-NR) is also available.
Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP): FCI Elkton houses a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). The satellite low does not house a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). Both facilities offer a Drug Abuse Program and the Non-Residential Drug Abuse Program (NR-DAP).
Education Services: FCI Elkton provides GED and English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) programs. A parenting program and Adult Continuing Education classes (ACE) are also available. High school diplomas and post-secondary programs are available through paid correspondence programs.
Advanced Occupational Education: FCI Elkton offers advanced occupational education in Hospitality Management and Building Trades.
Vocational Training: FCI Elkton offers vocational training in Culinary Food Preparation and Serving Arts 1 & 2.
Apprenticeship: FCI Elkton offers apprenticeships in Computer Operator, Cook, Electrician, and HVAC.
Library Services: The law library is located in the Education Department and contains a variety of legal reference materials via the TRULINCS Electronic Law Library for use in preparing legal papers. Reference materials include the United States Code Annotated, Federal Reporter, Supreme Court Reporter, Bureau of Prisons program statements, institution supplements, indexes, and other legal materials. An inmate law library clerk is available to assist with basic legal research. Legal materials are also available to inmates in detention or segregation status, ordinarily through a delivery system or satellite collection.
UNICOR: The FCI Elkton UNICOR facility is a data services factory which provides proofreading and editing services.
Commissary: Inmates are permitted to spend up to $360.00 per month. Stamps, telephone credits, over-the-counter medications, items approved by the Chaplain for religious purposes, and items approved by the Supervisor of Education for educational purposes are the only items which are exempted from the spending limitation. Inmates are allowed to purchase a wide variety of items from the commissary, including food, snacks, candy, soda, drink mixes, electronics, clothing, and shoes.
Recreation Services: The Recreation Department at FCI Elkton consists of both indoor and outdoor areas. Recreation wellness, leisure time, and health education programs are offered. Inmates can also participate in intramural sports leagues and hobby craft programs. Group and individual activities are also available.
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.
visitation Info
Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) – Elkton Low – Visiting Hours
- Friday 5:00pm – 9:00pm
- Saturday 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Sunday 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Holidays 8:00am – 3:00pm
