FDC Miami Federal Detention Center

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FDC Miami Overview — Downtown Miami’s Federal Detention Center

Federal Detention Center Miami sits at 33 NE 4th Street, Miami, FL 33132, in the heart of downtown Miami, just blocks from the Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. United States Courthouse where the Southern District of Florida conducts its criminal proceedings. The facility opened in 1995 as a purpose-built federal detention center designed to house the surging pretrial population driven by South Florida’s massive federal caseload (Wikipedia). Before FDC Miami opened, pretrial federal defendants in the SDFL were held in leased local jail space and temporary facilities that were chronically overcrowded and inadequate for the volume of federal cases flowing through Miami’s courts.

FDC Miami is a high-rise detention center — a distinctive multi-story concrete structure rising prominently above the surrounding downtown Miami skyline. The facility has drawn attention for its unusual urban setting, with luxury residential towers built directly adjacent to the detention center in recent years. The juxtaposition of a federal jail surrounded by high-end condominiums and rooftop pools has become something of a local curiosity, with viral social media videos capturing detainees shouting from the facility’s windows to residents at neighboring buildings ([1]).

Unlike sentenced-inmate facilities such as FCI Miami (a low security institution located 30 miles to the southwest), FDC Miami is not a place where inmates serve long-term sentences. It is a holding facility — the first stop in the federal prosecution pipeline for defendants arrested or extradited into the SDFL. Most people at FDC Miami are there because they have been charged with a federal crime and either denied bail or unable to meet their bail conditions. They are waiting — for trial, for plea negotiations, for sentencing, for designation to a permanent BOP facility, or, in the case of extradited foreign nationals, for the resolution of cases that can take years to work through the system.

As an administrative security facility, FDC Miami houses inmates of all security classifications. This is one of the most important things to understand about detention centers. Because pretrial defendants have not yet been formally classified by the BOP’s Designation and Sentence Computation Center (DSCC), a first-time white-collar defendant accused of wire fraud may be housed in the same unit as a cartel operative facing life in prison for international drug trafficking. The mixed security population is a defining characteristic of life at FDC Miami and one of the factors that makes pretrial detention so stressful for defendants and families alike.

The Southern District of Florida — One of America’s Busiest Federal Courts

To understand FDC Miami, you must understand the Southern District of Florida. The SDFL is not just busy — it is one of the highest-volume and most consequential federal criminal districts in the entire United States. In fiscal year 2024, the U.S. Sentencing Commission reported 1,377 federal criminal cases sentenced in the Southern District of Florida, making it consistently one of the top five districts nationally for total federal criminal caseload ([2]). But raw case numbers only tell part of the story. The types of cases prosecuted in the SDFL are what set it apart.

Drug Trafficking — The Engine of the SDFL Docket

Miami has been the epicenter of federal drug trafficking prosecutions for decades. The city’s geography — its proximity to Central and South America, the Caribbean corridor, and the open waters of the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico — makes it the primary entry point for narcotics flowing into the United States from Colombia, Mexico, Venezuela, and beyond. The SDFL handles a massive volume of drug conspiracy cases, including multi-ton cocaine and fentanyl importation networks, maritime interdictions, and cases involving the most sophisticated international trafficking organizations in the world.

Drug offenses accounted for a substantial share of the SDFL’s criminal docket in FY 2024. These are not small-quantity possession cases. The Southern District prosecutes the supply chain — organizers, transporters, distributors, and financiers operating at the wholesale level. Many of these defendants end up at FDC Miami during the pretrial phase, which can last 12 to 24 months or longer in complex multi-defendant conspiracy cases.

Cartel Extraditions and International Organized Crime

FDC Miami is arguably the most significant cartel extradition holding facility in the United States. When foreign nationals — cartel leaders, drug kingpins, money launderers, corrupt foreign officials — are extradited to the U.S. to face federal charges in the SDFL, FDC Miami is typically where they are held during the prosecution process.

The scale of extradition activity flowing through the SDFL is staggering. In January 2026, 29 wanted defendants from Mexico were taken into U.S. custody as part of a coordinated effort by the Department of Justice, with multiple defendants facing charges in the Southern District of Florida ([3]). Among them was Fidel Felix-Ochoa, an alleged senior leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, who appeared in Miami federal court in February 2026 on charges of directing the flow of massive quantities of fentanyl and methamphetamine into the United States ([4]). Felix-Ochoa was among 37 alleged Mexican drug traffickers extradited to face U.S. charges, many of them processed through the Southern District.

The SDFL has also been central to prosecutions of Venezuelan government officials tied to narcotics trafficking. The district secured indictments against senior members of the Maduro regime, including military and intelligence officials accused of using state apparatus to facilitate cocaine shipments. Former Venezuelan intelligence chief Hugo “El Pollo” Carvajal, extradited from Spain, pleaded guilty in Miami in 2025 to narco-terrorism charges ([5]). These cases illustrate the unique intersection of drug trafficking, international diplomacy, and national security that defines the SDFL’s criminal docket — and the type of high-profile defendants routinely held at FDC Miami.

Money Laundering — Following the Money Through Miami

Where there is drug trafficking, there is money laundering. Miami’s role as an international banking center and gateway to Latin American commerce makes it a natural hub for laundering narcotics proceeds. The U.S. Treasury’s 2024 National Money Laundering Risk Assessment repeatedly references Southern District of Florida cases as examples of the most significant money laundering prosecutions in the country ([6]). Trade-based money laundering, bulk cash smuggling, Black Market Peso Exchange schemes, and complex layering through shell companies and correspondent banking networks are all regularly prosecuted in the SDFL.

Defendants in major money laundering cases often face pretrial detention because courts view flight risk as extreme — many of these defendants have assets, connections, and resources in multiple countries. The result is that FDC Miami’s population frequently includes individuals accused of moving tens or hundreds of millions of dollars in illicit funds through the international financial system.

Daily Life at FDC Miami — What to Expect During Pretrial Detention

Daily life at FDC Miami is fundamentally different from life at a sentenced-inmate facility like an FCI or federal camp. FDC Miami is a pretrial detention center, and that distinction shapes every aspect of the daily experience — from programming availability to movement restrictions to the overall culture of the facility. Understanding what to expect before you arrive (or before your loved one arrives) can significantly reduce anxiety and help you make productive use of what is often a very difficult period.

Housing and Cell Assignments

FDC Miami houses male and female inmates on separate floors within the facility. Housing assignments are made by classification staff based on the nature of the charges, any separation orders (for cooperating witnesses or high-profile defendants who must be kept apart from certain other inmates), and available bed space. Cells are typically two-person cells, though overcrowding — a persistent challenge at FDC Miami — can lead to the use of temporary beds and overflow housing.

Because FDC Miami houses all security levels, your cellmate and neighbors may include individuals facing charges ranging from financial fraud to violent drug conspiracy to immigration violations. The facility maintains internal classification procedures to separate inmates who pose management concerns, but the reality is that the population mix at a detention center is far more varied and unpredictable than at a designated facility where all inmates share a similar security classification.

Daily Schedule

Court trips are a defining feature of life at FDC Miami that does not exist at sentenced-inmate facilities. Inmates with pending court appearances are woken early — often before 5:00 AM — and processed through the facility’s holding area before being transported by U.S. Marshals to the courthouse. On heavy court days, the facility’s routine is disrupted as large numbers of inmates cycle through the intake and release process. Court trips can consume an entire day, and inmates returning from court may be subject to strip searches and processing delays before being returned to their housing units.

Meals and Commissary

Meals at FDC Miami are prepared by the facility’s food service department and served in the housing units — there is no communal dining hall in the traditional sense. The BOP provides three meals per day. The quality and variety are generally considered basic and repetitive. Many inmates rely heavily on commissary purchases to supplement their diet. FDC Miami’s commissary operates on a weekly schedule, with a monthly spending limit of $360. Items available include snack foods, beverages, hygiene products, writing supplies, over-the-counter medications, and stamps. Families can send funds to an inmate’s commissary account through the BOP’s approved methods — MoneyGram (code 7932), Western Union (city code FBOP, DC), or postal money orders sent to the National Finance Center in Des Moines, Iowa.

Communication — Phone, Email, and Mail

Staying connected with family is one of the most important aspects of pretrial detention. FDC Miami offers several communication options:

• Phone calls: Inmates receive approximately 300 minutes per month. Calls are limited to 15 minutes each and are monitored and recorded (except privileged attorney calls). Inmates must pay from their commissary account or families can set up prepaid accounts.
• TRULINCS email: The BOP’s electronic messaging system allows text-only messages at approximately $0.05 per minute. Inmates must add contacts from inside the facility. Family members create a free CorrLinks account at corrlinks.com to send and receive messages.
• Traditional mail: Letters, cards, and photographs (standard prints only) can be sent to: Inmate Name & Register Number, FDC Miami, P.O. Box 019120, Miami, FL 33101. All mail is inspected by staff.
• Video visiting: The BOP has expanded video visiting capabilities. Availability at FDC Miami may vary — contact the facility directly to confirm.

All communication except properly designated attorney-client calls and legal mail is monitored. This is especially important during pretrial detention when your case is still active. Never discuss the details of your case over the phone or through TRULINCS email. Assume everything is recorded and can be used by the prosecution.

Limited Programs — The Pretrial Reality

One of the starkest differences between FDC Miami and a sentenced-inmate facility is the near-total absence of programming. FDC Miami does not offer RDAP (Residential Drug Abuse Program), vocational training, or the structured educational courses available at an FCI or camp. First Step Act earned time credits generally do not apply to pretrial detainees because they have not yet been sentenced. The limited programs available typically include basic religious services, access to the law library for legal research, and occasional recreational activities.

This programming gap means that pretrial detention can feel like dead time — time that does not count toward sentence reduction, does not build a track record for designation purposes, and does not prepare you for reentry. However, it does not have to be wasted time. Many of our clients use the pretrial period to work with their defense attorneys on case preparation, review discovery materials, prepare for sentencing, and begin the documentation process for designation advocacy. We help clients create a structured plan for using pretrial detention productively.

Who Gets Held at FDC Miami

FDC Miami’s population is diverse in every sense — charges, nationality, background, and reason for detention. Understanding who is held there and why helps contextualize the experience.

Pretrial Defendants — Bail Denied or Unmet

The largest group at FDC Miami consists of pretrial defendants — individuals who have been charged with federal crimes in the SDFL and are awaiting trial or plea resolution. Under the Bail Reform Act of 1984 (18 U.S.C. § 3142), a federal magistrate judge can order pretrial detention if the government demonstrates that no condition or combination of conditions will reasonably assure the defendant’s appearance at trial and the safety of the community.

In practice, pretrial detention is ordered disproportionately in drug trafficking, weapons, and violent crime cases — exactly the types of offenses that dominate the SDFL docket. Defendants facing mandatory minimum sentences of 10 years or more are presumed to be flight risks under the statute. Many drug trafficking defendants also have ties to foreign countries, which further supports detention. The result is that a large percentage of SDFL drug defendants spend their entire pretrial period — often 12 to 24 months or longer — at FDC Miami.

Some defendants are granted bail but cannot meet the conditions — which may include a bond of $500,000 or more, home confinement with GPS monitoring, surrender of passports, and restrictions on travel. If you cannot post the required bond or satisfy the conditions, you remain at FDC Miami.

Extradition Holds — Foreign Nationals Facing U.S. Charges

FDC Miami holds a significant population of foreign nationals who have been extradited to the United States to face federal charges. These individuals — often from Colombia, Mexico, Venezuela, Honduras, Guatemala, and Caribbean nations — have been surrendered by their home countries under bilateral extradition treaties and transported to Miami to face prosecution in the SDFL. Extradition cases are among the most complex in the federal system, often involving years of negotiation between the Department of Justice and foreign governments before a defendant arrives at FDC Miami. Once they arrive, these defendants may spend additional years in pretrial detention as their cases move through the American court system.

Cooperation Witnesses and Protected Inmates

FDC Miami also holds individuals who are cooperating with the government — defendants who have agreed to provide testimony or information against co-defendants or other criminal organizations in exchange for potential sentence reductions. Cooperating witnesses face significant safety risks and are typically housed in separate, protected units within the facility. The management of cooperators requires careful separation from both their co-defendants and from general population inmates who may pose a threat.

Immigration Detainees and Holdover Inmates

FDC Miami also houses some immigration detainees held by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) under an intergovernmental agreement with the BOP, as well as sentenced inmates in holdover status — individuals who have been sentenced and are waiting for the BOP to process their designation and arrange transfer to their permanent facility. Holdover inmates may spend weeks or months at FDC Miami after sentencing before being moved to an FCI, camp, or other designated institution.

Visiting FDC Miami — Hours, Rules, and Travel

Visiting a loved one at FDC Miami requires advance preparation. The BOP has strict procedures, and failing to follow them can result in a denied visit — a frustrating experience after traveling to Miami.

Getting Approved for Visiting

Visiting at FDC Miami is limited to immediate family members and other approved visitors. The process works as follows:

1. When your family member arrives at FDC Miami, they are given a visitor information form.
2. They complete their portion and mail a copy to each potential visitor.
3. The potential visitor completes the remaining fields and returns the completed form to the inmate’s address at FDC Miami.
4. The facility conducts a background check. Once approved, you will be added to the visiting list.
5. Approval typically takes two to four weeks. You cannot visit until you are officially approved.

Visiting Hours and Schedule

Visiting hours at FDC Miami are determined by the housing unit to which the inmate is assigned. Visitors should check with their family member regarding their specific visiting days and hours. The BOP publishes a visiting schedule document for FDC Miami (BOP Visiting Schedule PDF) that outlines the specific days and times by unit. In general, visiting takes place on weekends and select weekdays, with sessions typically running from morning through early afternoon.

Visiting Rules

• Valid photo ID required — government-issued (driver’s license, passport, state ID)
• Dress code: No clothing that resembles inmate uniforms (khaki, olive drab). No excessively revealing clothing, no open-toed shoes (policy varies — check the visiting supplement), no clothing with offensive graphics.
• Prohibited items: Cell phones, cameras, recording devices, purses, bags, and nearly all personal items must be left in your vehicle or in lockers (if available). You may bring a clear plastic bag with a small amount of cash for vending machines, your car key, and your ID.
• Children: Children may visit with an approved adult visitor. Bring only the minimum necessary items (diapers, one clear bottle of formula).
• Contact: A brief embrace and kiss are permitted at the beginning and end of the visit. Hand-holding is generally allowed during the visit. Excessive physical contact will result in a warning or visit termination.

Attorney Visits

FDC Miami provides designated times for attorney-client visits, which are conducted in private rooms and are not recorded. Attorney visits are typically available during business hours on weekdays. In the event of an emergency, the facility’s Duty Officer may approve an attorney visit outside of normal hours ([8]). Defense attorneys should contact FDC Miami in advance to schedule legal visits and confirm current procedures.

Getting to FDC Miami

FDC Miami’s downtown location makes it one of the most accessible federal detention centers in the country for visitors:

• Miami International Airport (MIA): Approximately 8 miles from FDC Miami — a 15-to-25-minute drive depending on traffic.
• Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): Approximately 30 miles north — about 35-to-50 minutes by car.
• Public transportation: FDC Miami is accessible via Metrorail and Metrobus. The Government Center Metrorail station is the closest stop, approximately a 10-minute walk.
• Parking: Street parking and paid garages are available in downtown Miami. There is no dedicated visitor parking lot at the facility. Plan to arrive early to secure parking, especially on weekends.
• Hotels: Downtown Miami, Brickell, and the airport area offer hotels at various price points. The proximity to the facility means visiting does not require an extended stay.

How Federal Case Consulting Helps During Pretrial Detention at FDC Miami

The pretrial period is one of the most consequential — and most neglected — phases of the federal criminal process. Most defendants focus entirely on their legal defense (as they should), but preparation for what happens after the case resolves is equally important. At Federal Case Consulting, we work alongside your defense attorney to ensure you are prepared for every stage, from pretrial detention through sentencing, designation, and beyond.

Pretrial Preparation — Using Detention Time Productively

Pretrial detention at FDC Miami is not just time waiting for your case to resolve. It is an opportunity to prepare for what comes next. We help clients:

• Understand the federal system: How the BOP works, what happens at sentencing, what designation means, what to expect at your permanent facility
• Prepare for the Pre-Sentence Report (PSR): The PSR is the single most important document in federal sentencing. We help you and your attorney ensure it is accurate and presents the most favorable picture possible. Learn more about PSR preparation.
• Build a sentencing narrative: Letters of support, a personal history, evidence of rehabilitation and community ties — these elements can influence both your sentence and your designation
• Plan for designation: After sentencing, the DSCC will determine which BOP facility you are sent to. We begin the designation advocacy process during pretrial detention so that it is ready the moment you are sentenced

Family Support During Detention

For families, having a loved one at FDC Miami is overwhelming. The communication restrictions, the visiting procedures, the legal uncertainty, and the sheer unfamiliarity of the federal system create enormous stress. Our family support services help families:

• Understand what their loved one is experiencing at FDC Miami on a daily basis
• Navigate the visiting approval process, communication setup (CorrLinks, phone accounts), and commissary deposits
• Know what to expect at each stage of the legal process — arraignment, discovery, plea negotiations, trial, sentencing
• Prepare for the transition from pretrial detention to a sentenced facility
• Handle the emotional and practical challenges of supporting someone through the federal system

Sentencing and Designation Advocacy

Once your case resolves — whether through a plea agreement or trial — the focus shifts to sentencing and then to BOP designation. We help with:

• Sentencing hearing preparation — building a compelling case for the lowest possible sentence
• Designation advocacy: Working with your attorney to submit a comprehensive designation memorandum to the DSCC, targeting the BOP facility that best serves your needs (proximity to family, medical care, programs, security environment)
• Preparing for federal prison — understanding what to expect at your designated facility and how to begin earning First Step Act credits from day one

Frequently Asked Questions About FDC Miami

What type of facility is FDC Miami, and who is held there?

FDC Miami is a federal detention center classified as an administrative security facility operated by the Bureau of Prisons. Unlike federal correctional institutions (FCIs) where inmates serve long-term sentences, FDC Miami primarily holds pretrial detainees — individuals who have been charged with federal crimes in the Southern District of Florida and are awaiting trial, plea resolution, or sentencing. It also holds inmates who have been sentenced but are awaiting designation and transfer to a permanent BOP facility, as well as foreign nationals who have been extradited to the United States to face charges. Because pretrial defendants have not yet been formally classified by the BOP, FDC Miami houses inmates of all security levels — from minimum to maximum — in the same facility. The facility houses both male and female inmates on separate floors.

How long do people typically stay at FDC Miami?

Length of stay at FDC Miami varies enormously depending on your situation. Pretrial defendants facing straightforward charges that resolve through a quick plea agreement may spend 3 to 6 months at FDC Miami. However, complex cases — multi-defendant drug conspiracies, international money laundering networks, RICO cases, or extradition matters — routinely take 12 to 24 months or longer to reach resolution. After sentencing, inmates typically spend an additional 4 to 12 weeks at FDC Miami waiting for the BOP to process their designation and arrange transportation (via JPATS, the Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System) to their permanent facility. Extradited foreign nationals facing complex charges can spend years at FDC Miami before their cases are fully resolved.

Does FDC Miami offer RDAP or other sentence-reduction programs?

No. FDC Miami does not offer RDAP (Residential Drug Abuse Program), and most formal BOP programming is unavailable because the facility is designed for pretrial detention, not long-term incarceration. First Step Act earned time credits generally do not apply to pretrial detainees. However, once you are sentenced and designated to a permanent BOP facility — such as FCI Miami, an FCI in another region, or a federal prison camp — you will have access to RDAP (at facilities that offer it), educational programs, vocational training, and other qualifying activities. We help clients plan their designation strategy during pretrial detention so they can begin earning credits as soon as they arrive at their permanent facility.

Can I get bail and avoid pretrial detention at FDC Miami?

Whether you can obtain bail (also called pretrial release) depends on the nature of your charges, your criminal history, your ties to the community, and the judge’s assessment of flight risk and danger to the community. Under the Bail Reform Act (18 U.S.C. § 3142), certain offenses — particularly drug trafficking charges carrying mandatory minimum sentences of 10 years or more — create a rebuttable presumption that no conditions will reasonably assure appearance and community safety. This means the burden shifts to you to demonstrate why you should be released. In the SDFL, where drug trafficking and money laundering cases dominate the docket, pretrial detention rates tend to be higher than the national average. Bail conditions in the SDFL, when granted, often include substantial bonds ($250,000 to $1 million or more), home confinement with GPS monitoring, passport surrender, and travel restrictions. Your defense attorney handles bail arguments, but we can help you prepare the supporting documentation — employment records, family ties, community connections — that strengthens a bail application.

What are conditions like at FDC Miami compared to other federal prisons?

Conditions at FDC Miami are more restrictive than what you would experience at a sentenced-inmate facility like a low security FCI or minimum security camp. Movement within the facility is controlled and limited. Programming is minimal. Lockdowns are more frequent. The population is more unpredictable because all security levels are mixed together. Commissary options are more limited than at a standard FCI. Recreation time and space are more constrained. On the positive side, FDC Miami’s downtown location makes it more accessible for attorney visits and family visiting than many suburban or rural BOP facilities. Communication options (phone, email, mail) are comparable to other BOP institutions. The facility provides basic medical care, a law library for legal research, and religious services. Overall, pretrial detention is harder than serving a sentence at most low or minimum security facilities — but it is a temporary phase that ends once your case resolves and you receive your BOP designation.

How do I send money, mail, or books to someone at FDC Miami?

Money: Do NOT send money directly to FDC Miami. All funds must be sent through the BOP’s approved methods: MoneyGram (receive code 7932), Western Union (city code FBOP, state code DC), or U.S. postal money orders mailed to the National Finance Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Include the inmate’s full legal name and register number with every transaction. Funds typically appear in the inmate’s commissary account within 2 to 5 business days. Mail: Send letters and photographs to Inmate Name & Register Number, FDC Miami, P.O. Box 019120, Miami, FL 33101. All mail is inspected. Do not send cash, stamps, glitter, or scented items. Books and magazines: Must be sent directly from an approved vendor (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, a publisher) — not from personal addresses. Include the inmate’s name and register number on the order.

Can Federal Case Consulting help if my loved one is at FDC Miami right now?

Yes — and the sooner you reach out, the better. The pretrial period is when some of the most important preparation for the rest of the federal process takes place. We can help your family understand what your loved one is experiencing at FDC Miami, set up communication (phone, CorrLinks email), navigate visiting procedures, begin preparing for the Pre-Sentence Report, build a sentencing advocacy strategy, and plan for designation to the best possible BOP facility after sentencing. We also provide ongoing family support throughout the process — because the federal system does not just affect the defendant, it affects everyone who cares about them. Call or text 612-605-3989 or email info@federalcaseconsulting.com for a confidential consultation.

Sources:

[1] Newsweek, Shock at Miami Apartment Building’s Pool Overlooked by Jail. newsweek.com

[2] United States Sentencing Commission, Fiscal Year 2024: Southern District of Florida — Federal Sentencing Statistics. ussc.gov

[3] U.S. Department of Justice, Attorney General Pamela Bondi Announces 29 Wanted Defendants from Mexico Taken into U.S. Custody (January 2026). justice.gov

[4] U.S. Department of Justice, Sinaloa Cartel Leader Charged in Massive Drug Trafficking Scheme. justice.gov

[5] Wikipedia, Prosecution of Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores (Hugo Carvajal plea, 2025). wikipedia.org

[6] U.S. Department of the Treasury, 2024 National Money Laundering Risk Assessment. treasury.gov

[7] NBC Miami / Associated Press, Complaints of Abuse Mount at America’s Oldest Detention Center in Miami (April 25, 2025). nbcmiami.com

[8] Federal Bureau of Prisons, FDC Miami Visiting Regulations. bop.gov

[9] Federal Bureau of Prisons, FDC Miami Facility Page. bop.gov

[10] Wikipedia, Federal Detention Center, Miami. wikipedia.org

Related Pages

• Federal Prison Security Levels — Complete Overview
• Federal Administrative Facilities Guide
• FCI Miami — Low Security Federal Prison
• Federal Drug Trafficking Charges and Sentencing
• Federal Money Laundering Charges and Penalties
• The Federal Pre-Sentence Report (PSR)
• Federal Sentencing Hearing Preparation
• Preparing for Federal Prison — Self-Surrender Guide
• Family Support Services
• Post-Conviction Services

Disclaimer: Federal Case Consulting does not act as your legal representation and cannot guarantee any outcomes. The information on this page is for educational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney regarding your specific legal situation. Bureau of Prisons policies, facility conditions, and population statistics are subject to change without notice. The information referenced on this page reflects publicly available data from the BOP, U.S. Sentencing Commission, Department of Justice, and public reporting as of March 2026. Verify current visiting schedules and facility procedures directly with FDC Miami before making travel plans.