Federal Detention Center

A Federal Detention Center (FDC) is a facility operated by the U.S. federal government that houses individuals pending trial or sentencing, or serving short-term sentences for federal offenses. These centers are designed to securely hold detainees who are awaiting court proceedings or transfer to other correctional institutions. FDCs typically accommodate inmates involved in federal criminal cases across various charges and are staffed with personnel trained in security and inmate management. They are part of the federal prison system and are distinct from state or local jails, focusing on pre-trial detention or brief incarceration periods within the federal justice framework.