Federal Prison Experts
Updates and news relevant to prisoners, their attorneys and family members.
This guide explains common claim types, the strict rules that apply to lawsuits from federal custody, and practical tips to avoid dismissal. It is…
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The U.S. criminal justice system is constantly evolving, and a major shift is on the horizon. Effective November 1, 2025, the U.S. Sentencing Commission…
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As you prepare to self-report to your designated federal facility, here is some guidance on what to expect, what you may bring with you,…
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Inside every federal prison, education isn’t optional for people who don’t already have a high-school diploma or GED. By regulation, anyone without a verified…
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When people hear the word “prison,” they often think of one big system. In reality, the United States has two main systems of incarceration:…
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The First Step Act (FSA) allows eligible federal prisoners to earn time credits that reduce their time in custody or move them earlier to…
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A Bivens claim refers to a civil lawsuit for money damages directly against federal officers (in their individual capacities) for violating your constitutional rights.…
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For individuals entering federal prison—and their families—the term commissary comes up quickly. The commissary is more than just a prison “store.” It’s a lifeline…
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Yes—sometimes. Whether you can earn and apply First Step Act (FSA) time credits turns on the exact statute and penalty subsection listed on your…
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What Is the Administrative Remedy Program? The Administrative Remedy Program is the Bureau of Prisons’ formal grievance system. It typically moves in four steps:…
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Ask anyone who has served time in a federal prison about programming—ACE courses, GED, or First Step Act (FSA) classes—and you’ll hear the same…
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When Your Case Manager Says There’s No Room You’ve done your programs, earned your First Step Act credits, built a strong release plan, and…
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What the Second Chance Act Allows The Second Chance Act (SCA) authorizes individualized prerelease custody near the end of a federal sentence. BOP can…
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Your Bureau of Prisons (BOP) custody level influences where you’re housed (camp, low, medium, high), job assignments, movement privileges, transfer eligibility, and—practically—how easy it…
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Marijuana Use While on Federal Supervised Release: What You Need to Know As more states legalize marijuana for medical and recreational use, many people…
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At The Prison Law Firm, the two Bobs, Robert Root III and Robert Rohrbaugh II take on the Bureau of Prisons every single day.…
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Short Answer A 100-series “shot” (the Bureau of Prisons’ Greatest Severity disciplinary offenses) does not impose an automatic, permanent ban on Second Chance Act…
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When you’re in federal prison, one of the most powerful tools you have for earning earlier release and smoother reentry is a release plan.…
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If you’re facing federal sentencing, one of the most important documents in your case is something you may not even have heard of before:…
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The Federal Sentencing Guidelines (FSG) help ensure that sentences across the federal system are fair and consistent. But how do they really work—and what’s…
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If you’re serving time in the federal system and battling substance use—RDAP offers a rare chance for rehabilitation and sentence reduction. But it’s not…
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If you’ve been sentenced to federal prison and you’re classified as non-violent, minimum security, you may be eligible for a Federal Prison Camp (FPC)…
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If you or your loved one is serving a sentence in the federal prison system, the idea of clemency might feel like a distant…
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For many federal inmates nearing the end of their sentence, one question dominates:“Can I go home instead of the halfway house?” The short answer…
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1. Full Operationalization of Home Confinement and RRC Policy As of June 17, 2025, the BOP issued a pivotal directive to fully implement the…
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Prison Law Firm • Federal Reentry & Sentencing Guide Updated November 5, 2025 • General information only; not legal advice. At a glance: Compassionate…
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The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) operates over 120 facilities across the country, ranging from low-security camps to maximum-security penitentiaries. While many federal prisons…
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In the legal world, experience matters. Lawyers market themselves based on years in practice, the cases they’ve won, and the courts they’ve argued before.…
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When you’re serving time in federal prison, every day matters. Whether it’s a miscalculation of credits, a denial of early release opportunities, or an…
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The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) operates several types of correctional facilities across the United States. One of the most important differences between facilities…
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