Federal Inmate Text Messaging

As technology is becoming a regular part of our lives, prisons and jails are beginning to adopt new ways to communicate with family and friends. Inmate texting is a great example of this. Inmates can send messages to their loved ones via a special device, which looks like an unrefined cellphone. The device costs 10 cents for each message and the maximum characters limit is 160 characters. It is a simple device for loved ones who want to contact their detained family members.

The devices, referred to as chirping devices (or chirping devices), do not allow prisoners to download apps, take pictures or make phone or internet calls or access the internet. They also federal inmate text messages can't use emojis or stickers. The device doesn't need pre-approval or phone minutes.

Users who send messages can buy credits on the ConnectNetwork website. Prices for messages differ by state and facility. Log into ConnectNetwork to check the rates currently in effect. Go to the message page of the person you wish to reach.

Inmates can reply to messages by writing a response or by responding electronically. They can also use the device to buy books. Corbot also has an Amazon feature that allows prisoners to search for books by title or author, and then look-up an all-text version of the book.

While the possibility of texting can be helpful but it is important to keep in mind that federal prisoners are subject to strict security measures. Anyone who uses the service must be aware of their surroundings and not share any information that is personal, such as an address or a phone number or address with an inmate. They should also stay clear of prisoners who are not accepted to be part of this program.