FMC Lexington Inmate Search. Find Someone on BOP.gov

How to Search for Someone at FMC Lexington

Go to bop.gov/inmateloc/ and enter one of the following:

• Full legal name (first and last name as it appears on legal documents)
• BOP register number (format: XXXXX-XXX)

The search returns the inmate’s current facility, projected release date, age, and register number. If your search returns no results, try these steps:

1. Check the spelling of the name. The BOP uses the inmate’s legal name, not a nickname.
2. Try searching by register number if you have it.
3. If the inmate was just transferred to FMC Lexington, wait 1 to 2 business days for the record to update.
4. Call FMC Lexington directly at (859) 255-6812 to confirm location.

What the Register Number Is Used For

The BOP register number is a unique ID that follows the inmate throughout their entire federal sentence. You will need it for:

• Sending money: MoneyGram and Western Union both require the 8-digit register number (no dashes) plus the inmate’s last name.
• CorrLinks email: You’ll need the register number to locate the inmate and confirm your connection request.
• Visitor approval: The BP-629 form requires the inmate’s register number.
• Mailing letters: Include the register number on every envelope to make sure mail is delivered to the right person.

Write it down and keep it somewhere safe.

About FMC Lexington’s Inmate Population

FMC Lexington holds sentenced federal inmates who require medical care. The facility is administrative security level, meaning it holds inmates of various custody levels based on their medical needs rather than criminal history alone. As of December 2024, the facility housed approximately 1,280 inmates against a designed capacity of 1,517.

The facility includes two distinct populations: the main FMC compound (male inmates) and the adjacent Satellite Camp, SCP Atwood (female inmates). Make sure you are searching for the right person at the right unit.

If Your Loved One Is Not at FMC Lexington Anymore

Inmates are transferred between BOP facilities based on medical needs, security classifications, and population management. If the BOP Inmate Locator shows a different facility than FMC Lexington, the transfer has already been processed. Call (859) 255-6812 to get more information, or use the locator result to find contact information for the new facility.