Usp McCreary, Ky

Before visiting USP McCreary, confirm where the inmate is housed—transfers can change when and where visits happen. You'll need to be approved first: the inmate requests the BP‑A0629 Visitor Information form and sends it to you. Complete it and return it to the institution so the BOP can run background checks. The BOP tracks visitor records in its Web Visiting system (WebV) using your identifying details, and only approved visitors get added to the list. Federal inmates are entitled to at least four hours of visiting time per month, though the warden can limit visit length or the number of visitors to prevent overcrowding. Follow the BOP dress code and contact rules—physical contact is limited, and conjugal visits aren't permitted. You'll need to arrange your own transportation.

Notices posted next to each inmate telephone at USP McCreary warn that calls are monitored. The Bureau of Prisons is authorized under Title III and related U.S. Code provisions to monitor and record inmate calls. Usually the inmate pays for calls, though sometimes the receiving party can pay instead. Third-party or alternative call arrangements aren't allowed—this prevents misuse of phone privileges. Recorded calls go through TRUFONE, which stores them temporarily and deletes them after 180 days unless they're needed for legal or administrative purposes. Electronic messaging is available through TRULINCS: messages are text-only, screened, limited to 13,000 characters, and require consent to monitoring. Both the inmate and the outside contact must be approved before messaging.

All incoming mail at USP McCreary is opened and inspected for contraband and anything that could threaten facility security. Legal or specially marked "special mail" gets handled differently—it's opened only in the inmate's presence. Don't assume you can mail packages from home. Family-sent items require prior written approval from the inmate's unit team or other authorized staff, with narrow exceptions like release clothing and approved medical devices. To avoid delays, address every letter clearly with the inmate's full name and ID number, and include a complete return address. Keep it simple: use plain paper or postcards and seal your own envelopes. Electronic messaging may be available, but approvals and screening can apply.

Send money to someone at USP McCreary through MoneyGram ExpressPayment. Enter the account number as the inmate's 8-digit register number immediately followed by their last name, and use Receive Code 7932. Timing matters: transfers sent between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Eastern typically post within 2–4 hours. Transfers after 9:00 p.m. usually post at 7:00 a.m. the next morning. Paying online? You'll need to create a MoneyGram payment profile, and some methods require a MasterCard or Visa. Prefer cash? In-person payments are available. For other deposit options and step-by-step vendor navigation, check the vendor portals or facility guidance—methods and rules can vary by location.