BOP RDAP Early Release Program

Navigating the BOP RDAP Program

Are you or a loved one facing federal imprisonment as a non-violent offender with a history of alcohol or substance abuse?

Pink Lady Prison Consultants specializes in assisting defendants like you to qualify for the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ RDAP 500 Hour Residential Drug Abuse Program.

This could result in up to a 12-month sentence reduction, plus the added benefit of spending your last 6 months in a community custody setting, like a halfway house or home confinement.

Understanding RDAP Eligibility

Understanding RDAP eligibility is crucial for those aiming to reduce their sentence through the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ 500 Hour Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP).

To qualify, inmates must have a verifiable history of substance abuse, such as narcotics, prescription drugs, or alcohol, at least one year prior to committing their offense. This history must be documented in the Presentence Investigation Report.

While a judge’s recommendation at sentencing can be helpful, it doesn’t guarantee entry into the program. Sentence reductions vary based on the original sentence length, with those serving 37 months or more being eligible for up to a 12-month reduction.

Due to overcrowding, actual reductions often average between 6-9 months.

Sentence Reduction Tiers

The amount of time shaved off your sentence depends on your original sentencing length:

• Sentences of 37 months or more: Up to 12 months’ reduction.
• Sentences between 31-36 months: Up to 9 months’ reduction.
• Sentences less than 31 months: Up to 6 months’ reduction.

Please note that due to program overcrowding, the average sentence reduction across the Bureau of Prisons tends to be around 6-9 months.

RDAP Qualification Assistance

We provide legal guidance to defendants seeking to meet the BOP’s RDAP eligibility criteria. Our process starts with a comprehensive evaluation by a licensed, retired BOP drug treatment counselor.

Based on the information you provide, the counselor will generate a chemical dependency assessment using the specific criteria that the Bureau of Prisons employs for RDAP admissions.

Seamless Transition into RDAP

This assessment report is sent directly to the psychology department at your designated institution.

Prior to your self-surrender, our drug treatment counselors will also walk you through the RDAP interview process, preparing you for a smooth transition into the program.

At Pink Lady Prison Consultants, our goal is to make your journey through the federal prison system as manageable as possible, while also helping you take vital steps towards personal transformation.

Contact us today for a personalized consultation.