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	'''Administrative Remedy Process''' (also known as the BP-8 through BP-11 process) is the formal grievance procedure used by inmates in Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facilities to seek review of complaints related to any aspect of their confinement. Established under 28 CFR Part 542, Subpart B, the process consists of four sequential levels: informal resolution (BP-8), initial filing at the institution (BP-9), appeal to the Regional Office (BP-10), and final appeal to the Central Office in Washington, D.C. (BP-11). The program is designed to resolve issues internally before inmates may file suit in federal court, and exhaustion of administrative remedies is mandatory under the Prison Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PLRA) for nearly all claims.		'''Administrative Remedy Process''' (also known as the BP-8 through BP-11 process) is the formal grievance procedure used by inmates in Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facilities to seek review of complaints related to any aspect of their confinement. Established under 28 CFR Part 542, Subpart B, the process consists of four sequential levels: informal resolution (BP-8), initial filing at the institution (BP-9), appeal to the Regional Office (BP-10), and final appeal to the Central Office in Washington, D.C. (BP-11). The program is designed to resolve issues internally before inmates may file suit in federal court, and exhaustion of administrative remedies is mandatory under the Prison Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PLRA) for nearly all claims.

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	== ~~Additional Resources~~ ==		== External Links ==

	* [https://www.bop.gov/policy/progstat/1330_018.pdf BOP Program Statement 1330.18 – Administrative Remedy Program (PDF)]		* [https://www.bop.gov/policy/progstat/1330_018.pdf BOP Program Statement 1330.18 – Administrative Remedy Program (PDF)]

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	'''Administrative Remedy Process''' (also known as the BP-8 through BP-11 process) is the formal grievance procedure used by inmates in Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facilities to seek review of complaints related to any aspect of their confinement. Established under 28 CFR Part 542, Subpart B, the process consists of four sequential levels: informal resolution (BP-8), initial filing at the institution (BP-9), appeal to the Regional Office (BP-10), and final appeal to the Central Office in Washington, D.C. (BP-11). The program is designed to resolve issues internally before inmates may file suit in federal court, and exhaustion of administrative remedies is mandatory under the Prison Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PLRA) for nearly all claims.		'''Administrative Remedy Process''' (also known as the BP-8 through BP-11 process) is the formal grievance procedure used by inmates in Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facilities to seek review of complaints related to any aspect of their confinement. Established under 28 CFR Part 542, Subpart B, the process consists of four sequential levels: informal resolution (BP-8), initial filing at the institution (BP-9), appeal to the Regional Office (BP-10), and final appeal to the Central Office in Washington, D.C. (BP-11). The program is designed to resolve issues internally before inmates may file suit in federal court, and exhaustion of administrative remedies is mandatory under the Prison Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PLRA) for nearly all claims.

	The BOP processes approximately 35,000–40,000 formal administrative remedy requests and appeals annually. Strict filing deadlines apply at each level~~, and failure~~ to follow procedure or meet deadlines generally results in rejection. Sensitive complaints alleging staff misconduct or immediate danger may bypass lower levels and be filed directly with the Regional or Central Office.<ref>https://www.bop.gov/policy/progstat/1330_018.pdf Program Statement 1330.18, Administrative Remedy Program, January 6, 2014</ref><ref>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-28/chapter-V/part-542/subpart-B 28 CFR Part 542, Subpart B – Administrative Remedy (current as of November 2025)</ref>		The BOP processes approximately 35,000–40,000 formal administrative remedy requests and appeals annually. Strict filing deadlines apply at each level. Failure to follow procedure or meet deadlines generally results in rejection. Sensitive complaints alleging staff misconduct or immediate danger may bypass lower levels and be filed directly with the Regional or Central Office.<ref>https://www.bop.gov/policy/progstat/1330_018.pdf Program Statement 1330.18, Administrative Remedy Program, January 6, 2014</ref><ref>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-28/chapter-V/part-542/subpart-B 28 CFR Part 542, Subpart B – Administrative Remedy (current as of November 2025)</ref>

	== Summary ==		== Summary ==

	The Administrative Remedy Process provides a structured mechanism for inmates to challenge institution decisions, conditions, staff actions, or policy application. ~~The four~~ levels ~~are~~:		The Administrative Remedy Process provides a structured mechanism for inmates to challenge institution decisions, conditions, staff actions, or policy application. Four levels exist, each with its own timeline and purpose:

	* '''Informal Resolution (BP-8)''' – Attempted resolution with unit staff; required before filing a formal BP-9.		* '''Informal Resolution (BP-8)''' – Attempted resolution with unit staff; required before filing a formal BP-9.
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	* '''BP-11''' – Final appeal to the Office of General Counsel (Central Office) within 30 days of the Regional Director's signed response.		* '''BP-11''' – Final appeal to the Office of General Counsel (Central Office) within 30 days of the Regional Director's signed response.

	Extensions may be granted for valid reasons (e.g., transfer, medical issues), but ~~must be requested~~ in writing. ~~Remedies available~~ include policy changes, monetary compensation (rare), transfer, or restoration of lost privileges. ~~The average processing time~~ from BP-9 to final BP-11 response is 90–180 days, though sensitive or emergency filings ~~receive~~ expedited handling.		Extensions may be granted for valid reasons (e.g., transfer, medical issues), but you've got to request them in writing. Possible remedies include policy changes, monetary compensation (which is rare), transfer, or restoration of lost privileges. Processing from BP-9 to final BP-11 response typically takes 90–180 days, though sensitive or emergency filings get expedited handling.

	~~Rejections for procedural errors~~ are common and ~~do not~~ count toward exhaustion under the PLRA. Inmates must receive a receipt (or "pink copy") at each level to prove filing.<ref>https://www.bop.gov/inmates/custody_and_care/docs/administrative_remedy_procedures.pdf BOP Administrative Remedy Procedures Guide for Inmates (2023)</ref>		Procedural rejections are common and don't count toward exhaustion under the PLRA. Inmates must receive a receipt (or "pink copy") at each level to prove filing.<ref>https://www.bop.gov/inmates/custody_and_care/docs/administrative_remedy_procedures.pdf BOP Administrative Remedy Procedures Guide for Inmates (2023)</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==

	The BOP established a formal administrative remedy program in 1973. ~~The~~ current four-tier structure ~~was codified in regulations in 1983~~ and ~~revised significantly~~ in 1990 and again in 2002 to comply with the PLRA's exhaustion requirement.		The BOP established a formal administrative remedy program in 1973. In 1983, the current four-tier structure became law through regulation and then faced significant revisions in 1990 and again in 2002 to comply with the PLRA's exhaustion requirement.

	Program Statement 1330.18~~, issued~~ January 6, 2014, ~~replaced~~ earlier versions and ~~incorporated~~ electronic filing options via TRULINCS terminals where available. ~~Minor~~ updates ~~in 2020–2023~~ clarified sensitive remedy procedures and ~~added~~ COVID-related extension guidance.		Program Statement 1330.18 came out January 6, 2014, replacing earlier versions and adding electronic filing options via TRULINCS terminals where available. Between 2020 and 2023, minor updates clarified sensitive remedy procedures and included COVID-related extension guidance.

	~~The Supreme Court's decision in~~ ''Woodford v. Ngo'' (2006) reinforced that inmates must "properly" exhaust by complying with all deadlines and procedural rules~~, leading to increased rejection~~ rates for technical violations.		''Woodford v. Ngo'' (2006) mattered tremendously. The Supreme Court's decision reinforced that inmates must "properly" exhaust by complying with all deadlines and procedural rules. Rejection rates for technical violations went up significantly after that ruling.

	== Step-by-Step Process ==		== Step-by-Step Process ==
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	=== BP-9 – Institution Level ===		=== BP-9 – Institution Level ===
	~~Filed~~ with the Warden using form BP-9 within 20 calendar days of the incident (or discovery of injury). The Warden has 20 calendar days to respond (40 with extension). Most BP-9s are rejected for procedural reasons or denied on the merits.		You file with the Warden using form BP-9 within 20 calendar days of the incident (or discovery of injury). The Warden has 20 calendar days to respond, or 40 with an extension. Most BP-9s are rejected for procedural reasons. Some are denied on the merits instead.

	=== BP-10 – Regional Appeal ===		=== BP-10 – Regional Appeal ===
	~~Filed~~ with the appropriate Regional Director within 20 calendar days of the Warden's signed response. The Regional Director has 30 calendar days to respond (50 with extension).		File with the appropriate Regional Director within 20 calendar days of the Warden's signed response. The Regional Director has 30 calendar days to respond, or 50 with an extension.

	=== BP-11 – Central Office Appeal ===		=== BP-11 – Central Office Appeal ===
	~~Filed with~~ the Office of General Counsel in Washington, D.C., within 30 calendar days of the Regional Director's signed response. The Central Office has 40 calendar days to respond (60 with extension). Receipt of a BP-11 response (or expiration of the response period) completes exhaustion for PLRA purposes.		This goes to the Office of General Counsel in Washington, D.C., filed within 30 calendar days of the Regional Director's signed response. The Central Office has 40 calendar days to respond (60 with extension). Receipt of a BP-11 response, or expiration of the response period, completes exhaustion for PLRA purposes.

	== Sensitive and Emergency Remedies ==		== Sensitive and Emergency Remedies ==

	If the complaint involves ~~sexual abuse, staff misconduct~~, or immediate danger, ~~the inmate may~~ file a "sensitive" BP-9 or BP-10 directly with the Regional Director or Central Office. The receiving office determines whether the sensitive designation is warranted~~; if~~ rejected, the remedy is returned with instructions to file at the institution level.		Sexual abuse allegations require special handling. Staff misconduct claims do too. If the complaint involves either one, or if there's immediate danger, you can file a "sensitive" BP-9 or BP-10 directly with the Regional Director or Central Office. The receiving office determines whether the sensitive designation is warranted. If rejected, the remedy gets returned with instructions to file at the institution level.

	== Common Rejection Codes ==		== Common Rejection Codes ==