How long does it take for an inmate to be registered into the system after going to a federal prison?

Federal inmates must go through an Admissions and Orientation (A&O) before they are allowed to make calls or receive visitors. This usually occurs every Wednesday depending upon the amount of new incoming inmates. Inmates are screened by Unit Management and Health Services at the time of arrival and will also be screened by Psychology and Education Staff. Inmates are immediately provided with a copy of the institution's rules and regulations, which include information on inmate rights and responsibilities. For the first few weeks of an inmate's stay at the institution, the inmate will be initially assigned to the A&O Program. While in A&O, inmates learn about the programs, services, policies and procedures regarding the facility. Also, they will hear lectures from staff regarding programs and departments. At the end of the A&O Program, they will be given a work assignment. Inmates are assigned to a specific Unit Team. Generally, the resolution of issues or matters of interest, while at the institution, are most appropriately initiated with the Unit Team. Unit Team members are available to assist in many areas, including release planning, personal and family problems, counseling and assistance in setting and attaining goals while in prison.