Federal Inmate Text Messaging

Technology is a constant aspect of our lives, prisons and jails are beginning to embrace new ways of communicating with family and friends. Federal inmate texting is one of these innovations. Inmates can send messages to loved ones via a special device that resembles an unrefined cellphone. It costs 10 cents per message and has a 160-character limit. It is easy to use for family members who want to contact family members who are in prison.

The devices, commonly called inmate text app chirping devices, don't permit inmates to take pictures or download apps to make phone calls or browse the internet. Also, they can't use stickers or emoticons. The device doesn't need pre-approval or phone minutes.

On the ConnectNetwork website, users can purchase credits to send messages. The cost of messages vary by state and facility. Sign into ConnectNetwork to see the current rates. Go to the messaging page of the person you want to contact.

Prisoners can respond to messages by sending with a handwritten reply or replying electronically. The device can also be used to buy books. Corbot also has an Amazon feature that allows prisoners to search for books based on title or author, and then find an all-text version of the book.

While the capability to text is helpful, it is important to keep in mind that federal prisoners are subject to strict security measures. Users of the service are advised to be aware of their surroundings at all times and not divulge any personal information, such as the number of a phone or address to an inmate. It is also recommended to avoid inmates who haven't been accepted to be part of this program.

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Pub: 17 Mar 2024 10:48 UTC

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