FCI Terminal Island (low-security) - Revision history

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	== Overview ==		== Overview ==

	~~{{Notice\|type~~=~~warning\|text~~=~~'''~~Facility Closing:~~'''~~ On November 25, 2025, the Bureau of Prisons announced that FCI Terminal Island is suspending operations due to deteriorating infrastructure. Director William K. Marshall III cited "chunks of concrete" falling from underground steam tunnel ceilings, calling the closure "absolutely necessary" for safety. Nearly 1,000 inmates will be transferred to other federal facilities over the coming weeks.}}		<div style="background-color: #fff3cd; border: 1px solid #ffc107; border-left: 4px solid #ffc107; padding: 12px 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 4px;">
			<strong style="color: #856404;">⚠️ Facility Closing:</strong> On November 25, 2025, the Bureau of Prisons announced that FCI Terminal Island is suspending operations due to deteriorating infrastructure. Director William K. Marshall III cited "chunks of concrete" falling from underground steam tunnel ceilings, calling the closure "absolutely necessary" for safety. Nearly 1,000 inmates will be transferred to other federal facilities over the coming weeks.
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	FCI Terminal Island is a low-security correctional institution that opened in 1938. Originally built as a federal detention center for immigration cases, it has evolved into a prison known for housing both general population inmates and those in the Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP).		FCI Terminal Island is a low-security correctional institution that opened in 1938. Originally built as a federal detention center for immigration cases, it has evolved into a prison known for housing both general population inmates and those in the Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP).

Warden: Added closure notice (Nov 2025) and alumni notes from Reddit/Fortune

2025-12-16T18:46:55Z

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	== Overview ==		== Overview ==

			{{Notice\|type=warning\|text='''Facility Closing:''' On November 25, 2025, the Bureau of Prisons announced that FCI Terminal Island is suspending operations due to deteriorating infrastructure. Director William K. Marshall III cited "chunks of concrete" falling from underground steam tunnel ceilings, calling the closure "absolutely necessary" for safety. Nearly 1,000 inmates will be transferred to other federal facilities over the coming weeks.}}

	FCI Terminal Island is a low-security correctional institution that opened in 1938. Originally built as a federal detention center for immigration cases, it has evolved into a prison known for housing both general population inmates and those in the Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP).		FCI Terminal Island is a low-security correctional institution that opened in 1938. Originally built as a federal detention center for immigration cases, it has evolved into a prison known for housing both general population inmates and those in the Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP).

	The facility is unique in its island location within Los Angeles Harbor, providing a scenic setting unusual for a federal prison. The prison occupies part of Terminal Island, which is connected to the mainland by bridges.		The facility is unique in its island location within Los Angeles Harbor, providing a scenic setting unusual for a federal prison. The prison occupies part of Terminal Island, which is connected to the mainland by bridges. An April 2024 engineering assessment identified over $110 million in critical repairs needed over the next 20 years.

	== Notable Inmates ==		== Notable Inmates ==
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	== Notes from Alumni ==		== Notes from Alumni ==

	~~We have not yet heard any notes or tips from alumni of FCI~~ Terminal Island (~~low-~~security). ~~Have something you~~'d like to ~~contribute? Log in above and then tap Edit at~~ the ~~top of this page to get started~~.		* Reddit user u/xxam925 advised an inmate designated to Terminal Island in [https://reddit.com/r/ExCons/comments/nlv8dy/ r/ExCons (2021)]: "Low security is camp snoopy compared to anything else. Barely any politics and SO much more freedom. Basically a bedtime and counts and that's it."
			* Reddit user u/prisoner256 described Terminal Island in [https://reddit.com/r/ExCons/comments/nlv8dy/ the same thread]: "Terminal Island seems like such a bizarre place...like a Fortnite location. Being so close to the city, it probably will be loud & hot whether you're inside or outside."
			* Prison consultant Kyle Sandler told [https://fortune.com/crypto/2025/04/10/sam-bankman-fried-sbf-ftx-victorville-california-oklahoma-brooklyn/ Fortune (2025)] that Terminal Island is "cushier" than FCI Victorville, the medium-security facility where [[Sam_Bankman-Fried\|Sam Bankman-Fried]] was previously held.

	''Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.''		''Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.''

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	* '''[[Sam Bankman-Fried]]''' - FTX cryptocurrency exchange founder, convicted of fraud and money laundering. Currently serving a 25-year sentence.		* '''[[Sam Bankman-Fried]]''' - FTX cryptocurrency exchange founder, convicted of fraud and money laundering. Currently serving a 25-year sentence.
			* '''[[Michael Avenatti]]''' - Celebrity attorney known for representing Stormy Daniels, convicted of [[Wire Fraud\|wire fraud]], extortion, and tax fraud. Currently serving approximately 14 years.
	* '''Al Capone''' - Infamous gangster, served the final years of his federal sentence here in the 1930s.		* '''Al Capone''' - Infamous gangster, served the final years of his federal sentence here in the 1930s.
	* '''Charles Manson''' - Cult leader, briefly held here.		* '''Charles Manson''' - Cult leader, briefly held here.

Warden: Fixed: Notable Inmates with proper links (Sam Bankman-Fried, Al Capone)

2025-12-08T20:29:38Z

Fixed: Notable Inmates with proper links (Sam Bankman-Fried, Al Capone)

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	'''Federal Correctional Institution, Terminal Island''' ('''FCI Terminal Island''') is a low-security United States federal prison for male inmates located in San Pedro, California. It is operated by the [[~~Index_of_Federal_Prison_Facilities~~\|Federal Bureau of Prisons]], a division of the United States Department of Justice. The facility is located on Terminal Island in Los Angeles Harbor.		'''Federal Correctional Institution, Terminal Island''' ('''FCI Terminal Island''') is a low-security United States federal prison for male inmates located in San Pedro, California. It is operated by the [[Index of Federal Prison Facilities\|Federal Bureau of Prisons]], a division of the United States Department of Justice. The facility is located on Terminal Island in Los Angeles Harbor.

	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
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	FCI Terminal Island has housed several high-profile inmates:		FCI Terminal Island has housed several high-profile inmates:

	* '''[[~~Sam_Bankman~~-Fried]]''' - FTX cryptocurrency exchange founder, convicted of fraud and money laundering. Currently serving a 25-year sentence.		* '''[[Sam Bankman-Fried]]''' - FTX cryptocurrency exchange founder, convicted of fraud and money laundering. Currently serving a 25-year sentence.
	* '''Al Capone''' - Infamous gangster, served the final years of his federal sentence here in the 1930s.		* '''Al Capone''' - Infamous gangster, served the final years of his federal sentence here in the 1930s.
	* '''Charles Manson''' - Cult leader, briefly held here.		* '''Charles Manson''' - Cult leader, briefly held here.
	* '''Timothy Leary''' - Psychologist and LSD advocate, served time in the 1970s.		* '''Timothy Leary''' - Psychologist and LSD advocate, served time in the 1970s.
	* '''Battle of Tokyo Rose''' - Multiple women convicted of treason for WWII broadcasts were held here.
	* '''G. Gordon Liddy''' - Watergate conspirator, served part of his sentence here.		* '''G. Gordon Liddy''' - Watergate conspirator, served part of his sentence here.

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	=== Visitation ===		=== Visitation ===

	There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our [[~~Visiting_Policies_and_Procedures~~\|Visitation Guide]].		There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our [[Visiting Policies and Procedures\|Visitation Guide]].

	For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].		For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].

Warden: Added Notable Inmates section (Sam Bankman-Fried, Al Capone, Timothy Leary)

2025-12-08T20:12:35Z

Added Notable Inmates section (Sam Bankman-Fried, Al Capone, Timothy Leary)

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			'''Federal Correctional Institution, Terminal Island''' ('''FCI Terminal Island''') is a low-security United States federal prison for male inmates located in San Pedro, California. It is operated by the [[Index_of_Federal_Prison_Facilities\|Federal Bureau of Prisons]], a division of the United States Department of Justice. The facility is located on Terminal Island in Los Angeles Harbor.

			== Overview ==

			FCI Terminal Island is a low-security correctional institution that opened in 1938. Originally built as a federal detention center for immigration cases, it has evolved into a prison known for housing both general population inmates and those in the Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP).

			The facility is unique in its island location within Los Angeles Harbor, providing a scenic setting unusual for a federal prison. The prison occupies part of Terminal Island, which is connected to the mainland by bridges.

			== Notable Inmates ==

			FCI Terminal Island has housed several high-profile inmates:

			* '''[[Sam_Bankman-Fried]]''' - FTX cryptocurrency exchange founder, convicted of fraud and money laundering. Currently serving a 25-year sentence.
			* '''Al Capone''' - Infamous gangster, served the final years of his federal sentence here in the 1930s.
			* '''Charles Manson''' - Cult leader, briefly held here.
			* '''Timothy Leary''' - Psychologist and LSD advocate, served time in the 1970s.
			* '''Battle of Tokyo Rose''' - Multiple women convicted of treason for WWII broadcasts were held here.
			* '''G. Gordon Liddy''' - Watergate conspirator, served part of his sentence here.

	== Notes from Alumni ==		== Notes from Alumni ==
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	''Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.''		''Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.''


	== Location & Visitation ==		== Location & Visitation ==
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	For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].		For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].

			== See also ==

			* [[Index of Federal Prison Facilities]]
			* [[Bureau of Prisons Classification Methods]]
			* [[Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP)]]

			== References ==

			* [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Bureau of Prisons - FCI Terminal Island]

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Maintenance script: Fixed broken Visitation Guide link

2025-11-22T06:24:09Z

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	=== Visitation ===		=== Visitation ===

	There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our [[~~Life Inside/Daily Life and Institutional Culture/Visiting Policies and Procedures~~\|Visitation Guide]].		There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our [[Visiting_Policies_and_Procedures\|Visitation Guide]].

	For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].		For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].

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	For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].		For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: [https://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/trm/ Official BOP Page].

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