Federal Inmate Text Messaging

As technology filters into every part of our lives, prisons and jails are beginning to adopt new ways to communicate with family and friends. Federal inmate texting is one of these innovations. Inmates can send messages to their loved ones using a specific device, which looks like a dumbed down cellphone. It costs 10 cents for each message and has a limit of 160 characters. The device is easy to use for family members who want to stay in touch with family members who are in prison.

The devices, referred to as chirping devices (or chirping devices) do not permit prisoners to download apps, take photos, make calls on the phone or via internet, or use the internet. Also, they can't use stickers or emojis. The device doesn't need pre-approval or phone minutes.

Users who send messages can buy credits on the ConnectNetwork website. The prices for the messages differ by state and facility. To view the current rates, log in to ConnectNetwork and then go to the messaging page for the person in custody you want to communicate with.

Prisoners can respond to messages by sending back a handwritten response or by responding electronically. They can also use the device to purchase books. Corbot's Amazon feature allows inmates to search by author or title and then look up an all-text version.

While the possibility of texting can be useful, it is important to keep in mind that federal prisoners are subject to strict security measures. Users of the service should always remain contactmeasap.com conscious of their surroundings and not share any information that is personal such as an address or phone number or address with an inmate. They should also stay clear of inmates who haven't been accepted to be part of this program.