Federal Transfer Center, Oklahoma City, Federal prison near Will Rogers World Airport, Oklahoma City, US
The Federal Transfer Center is a federal prison facility in Oklahoma City that processes and houses both male and female inmates before their assignment to other federal facilities. The center operates as a processing hub where individuals spend time before being transferred to their permanent placements across the country.
The facility began operations in 1995 as an administrative security center to manage inmate transfers throughout the federal prison system. Since its establishment, it has developed into a central coordination point for processing and routing prisoners across the country.
The center maintains a leisure library with books, magazines, and newspapers, along with educational programs including GED preparation and English language courses.
Visitors can meet inmates on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM by following specific security protocols and providing valid identification. Meeting these requirements in advance helps ensure a smooth visit to the facility.
The center functions as the hub for the Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System, which coordinates inmate movements throughout the country. This central role makes it a vital coordination point where thousands of prisoners pass through each year.
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