FMC Lexington (minimum-security camp): Difference between revisions

Revision as of 22:13, 16 December 2025

FEMALE

Gender

MINIMUM

Security Level

205

Population (Nov. 2025)

The facility has a unique history: opening in 1935 as the United States Narcotic Farm, it was the first facility of its kind to treat drug addiction using experimental methods.
William S. Burroughs described his time at "Lexington" in his book "Junkie," where his autobiographical character checks in voluntarily to quit heroin addiction. Both Burroughs and his son were patients at the facility.
Julie Chrisley (of "Chrisley Knows Best" fame) began serving her sentence at FMC Lexington in January 2023 after being convicted of tax evasion, bank fraud, and wire fraud.
The women's camp (FPC Lexington) houses about 304 female inmates, most serving time for non-violent, white-collar offenses.
The camp offers the Resolve Program for inmates dealing with mental illness due to trauma, as well as behavioral medicine programs for weight management, chronic pain, and biofeedback.

Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.

Physical location: LEXINGTON, KY 40511

Mailing address: 3301 LEESTOWN ROAD, LEXINGTON, KY 40511

There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our Visitation Guide.

For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: Official BOP Page.

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+* The facility has a unique history: opening in 1935 as the United States Narcotic Farm, it was the first facility of its kind to treat drug addiction using experimental methods.
+* William S. Burroughs described his time at "Lexington" in his book "Junkie," where his autobiographical character checks in voluntarily to quit heroin addiction. Both Burroughs and his son were patients at the facility.
+* Julie Chrisley (of "Chrisley Knows Best" fame) began serving her sentence at FMC Lexington in January 2023 after being convicted of tax evasion, bank fraud, and wire fraud.
+* The women's camp (FPC Lexington) houses about 304 female inmates, most serving time for non-violent, white-collar offenses.
+* The camp offers the Resolve Program for inmates dealing with mental illness due to trauma, as well as behavioral medicine programs for weight management, chronic pain, and biofeedback.
 ''Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.''