Federal Inmate Text Messaging

As technology is becoming a regular part of our contactmeasap.com lives, even prisons and jails have begun to embrace new ways to communicate with family and friends. Inmate texting is one of these innovations. Inmates can send messages to their loved ones using a special device, which looks like an ordinary cellphone. The device costs 10 cents each message and the maximum character limit is 160. It is easy to use by loved ones who wish to communicate with family members who are in prison.

The devices, which are called chirping devices, don't allow inmates to take photographs or download apps call calls, or browse the internet. They also can't use stickers or emoticons. The device doesn't require prior approval or phone minutes.

On the ConnectNetwork site, users are able to buy credits to send messages. Prices for messages differ by state and facility. To check the current rates, log in to ConnectNetwork and go to the messaging page for the person in custody you wish to talk to.

Inmates can respond to messages by writing a response or by responding electronically. The device can also be used to buy books. Corbot comes with an Amazon feature that allows inmates to search for books based on title or author, and then find an all-text version of the book.

While the capability to text is useful but it is important to remember that federal inmates are subject to strict security measures. Users of the service should be aware of their surroundings and not share any personal information such as an address or phone number, with an inmate. They should also stay away from inmates who have not authorized to be part of the program.