Federal Inmate Text Messaging

Even prisons and jails are adopting new ways to communicate, since technology is an integral part of our daily lives. One of these innovations is the federal inmate text messaging. Inmates can now send messages to family members using a device that resembles an ordinary cellphone. It costs 10 cents for each message and has a limit of 160 characters. The device is simple for family members who wish to communicate with their incarcerated family members.

The devices, referred to as chirping devices (or chirping devices) are not able to allow prisoners to download apps, take pictures and make calls via phone or internet, or use the internet. They also can't use emojis or stickers. The device doesn't need any phone minutes or pre-approvals.

On the ConnectNetwork site, users can purchase credits to send messages. The cost of messages varies based on the state and facility. To see the current rates, sign in to ConnectNetwork and then go to the page for messaging for the person in custody you want to communicate with.

Inmates can respond to messages by writing the response or by responding electronically. The device can also be used to purchase books. Corbot also has an Amazon feature that allows prisoners to search for books based on title federal inmate text messages or author, and then look-up an all-text version of the book.

While the capability to text is beneficial but it is important to keep in mind that federal inmates are subject to strict security measures. Users of the service should be alert to their surroundings and not share any information that is personal like an address or phone number or address with an inmate. They should also stay clear from inmates who are not approved to participate in the program.