Federal Inmate Text Messaging

Technology is a constant part of our lives, even prisons and jails are beginning to explore new ways of communicating with family and friends. Federal inmate texting is a great example of this. Prisoners can send messages to family members using a device that looks like an unrefined cellphone. The device costs 10 cents for each message, and the text inmate maximum character limit is 160 characters. The device is easy to use for family members who wish to communicate with incarcerated relatives.

The devices, referred to as chirping devices (or chirping devices) do not permit prisoners to download apps, take photographs and make calls via phone or internet or access the internet. Also, they can't use stickers or Emojis. The device does not require any phone minutes or pre-approvals.

On the ConnectNetwork site, users are able to buy credits to send messages. Prices for messages vary depending on the state and the facility. Sign into ConnectNetwork to check the rates currently in effect. Go to the messaging page of the person you wish to contact.

Inmates can respond to the messages by sending a handwritten response or by replying 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 look-up an all-text version of the book.

It is important to remember that federal prisoners are subject to strict security measures. Users of the service should be alert to their surroundings and not share anything too personal, such as the address or number or address with an inmate. They should also stay away from any inmates who are not authorized to be part of the program.