The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a division of the United States Department of Justice responsible for the management and regulation of federal prisons. Established in 1930, its primary mission is to ensure the safe and secure confinement of individuals convicted of federal crimes. The BOP oversees various facilities, including low-security prisons, high-security institutions, and community-based programs. In addition to incarceration, the BOP focuses on rehabilitation and reentry programs to help inmates reintegrate into society. It provides educational and vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and mental health services, aiming to reduce recidivism and promote successful transitions for former inmates.