Federal Inmate Text Messaging

As technology filters into every aspect of our lives, prisons and jails are beginning to adopt new ways of communicating with family and friends. Inmate texting is one of these innovations. Inmates can send messages to loved ones through a special device that looks like a dumbed-down cellphone. It costs 10 cents per message and has a limit of 160 characters. Using the device is easy for loved ones who want to contact their detained family members.

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

On the ConnectNetwork site, users are able to buy credits to send messages. The prices for the messages differ by state and facility. Sign into ConnectNetwork to check the rates currently in effect. Go to the message page of the person you want to reach.

Inmates can reply to messages by sending a handwritten response or by replying electronically. They can also use the device to purchase books. Corbot's Amazon feature allows prisoners to search by title or author and then find an all-text version.

It is essential to keep in mind that federal prisoners are federal inmate text messages subject to strict security procedures. Users of the service are advised to stay aware of their surroundings throughout the day and to not divulge any personal information, like an address or phone number, to an inmate. It is also recommended to avoid prisoners who are not authorized to take part in this program.