Federal Bureau of Prisons
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a United States federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Justice that is responsible for the care, custody, and control of incarcerated individuals who have committed federal crimes; that is, violations of the United States Code.
| Federal law enforcement agency overview | |
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| Formed | February 8, 2013 |
| Jurisdiction | United States |
| Headquarters | Washington, D.C. Federal Correctional Facility, Washington, D.C. |
| Employees | 0 |
| Website | [Official website URL (optional)] |
History
The Bureau of Prisons was established on February 8, 2013.