Federal Inmate Text Messaging

Technology is a constant part of our lives, prisons and jails have begun to adopt new ways of communicating with family and friends. One of these innovations is federal inmate text messaging. Inmates can send messages to loved ones via a special device that looks like an ordinary cellphone. It costs 10 cents per message and has a limit of 160 characters. It is a simple device for family members who wish to communicate with their incarcerated family members.

The devices, referred to as chirping devices (or chirping devices) do not permit prisoners to download apps, take pictures or make calls on the phone or via internet, or use the internet. Also, they federal inmate text messages can't use stickers or Emojis. The device doesn't require any phone minutes or pre-approvals.

On the ConnectNetwork website, users can buy credits to send messages. The cost of messages differ by state and facility. Sign in to ConnectNetwork to check the rates currently in effect. Go to the page for messaging of the person you would like to reach.

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

While the capability to text is helpful but it is important to keep in mind that federal inmates are subject to strict security measures. Anyone who uses the service should be aware of their surroundings and avoid sharing any information that is personal, such as an address or a phone number or address with an inmate. They should also stay clear from inmates who have not authorized to be part of the program.