Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for managing and operating federal prisons and detention facilities. Its primary role is to securely confine individuals convicted of federal crimes, provide programs for rehabilitation and education, and ensure safety for staff, inmates, and the public. The BOP oversees the classification, housing, and treatment of inmates, aiming to balance security needs with efforts to prepare inmates for eventual reintegration into society.