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United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High is a high security prison which is managed and operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP or FBOP). It falls under the jurisdiction of Federal Government. Offenders convicted for violating Federal laws are sentenced at United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High. It usually houses white collar criminals and political offenders serving login term sentences. The jail is less crowded as compared to state prions and offer better facilities. It provides number of amenities to the inmates like TV viewing area, 3 time meals, internet and other correctional facilities.

Location

3057 Easton Turnpike
Waymart, Pennsylvania 18472

Inmate Capacity

1425

Website

www.bop.gov

Fax Number

570-488-8130

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How do I find out if someone is currently detained at United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High?

Federal Bureau of Prisons maintains database of all offenders serving sentence at United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High. To search for an inmate visit Pennsylvania Federal inmate search page and follow the instructions.

Note: The database is updated weekly.

Q. What if you are not able to find the inmate in United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High?

It means the inmate is transferred to another prison or is released from jail. Visit Nationwide State prison search page for more information.

Q. What are the visitation rules of United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High?

One must be in approved visitors list to be able to visit the inmate in United States Penitentiary (USP) - Canaan High. One must fill the Inmate Visitation Application form and submit it to the Prison authority. It can take up to 30 days for the application to be processed. Once the application is processed one can visit the inmate.
Any individual with valid government ID and who isn’t on felony probation is allowed to visit an inmate. Children below 18 years, must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
For more information one can call 570-488-8000.