Stay in touchStudies show that when inmates maintain relationships with friends and family, Show Phone CallsWe extend telephone privileges to inmates to help them maintain ties with their families and other community contacts. Third-party or other alternative call arrangements are not permitted ensuring inmates do not have the opportunity to use phones for criminal or other inappropriate purposes. Who Pays?Ordinarily, the inmate pays for the calls; but in some cases the receiving party pays. RestrictionsLimitations and conditions may be imposed upon an inmate's telephone privileges to ensure they are consistent with our correctional management responsibilities. MonitoringA notice is posted next to each telephone advising inmates that calls are monitored. Unmonitored calls to attorneys are permitted in certain circumstances. Electronic messaging has become a standard form of communication within most American homes and businesses, and it can now be used to help inmates stay connected to their families. The Trust Fund Limited Inmate Computer System (TRULINCS) application enables electronic messages to be exchanged between inmates and the general public in a secured manner. With the inmate's eventual release, maintaining family ties will improve the likelihood of a successful reentry into the community, thus reducing the potential for recidivism. Who Pays?No taxpayer dollars are used for this service. Funding is provided entirely by the Inmate Trust Fund, which is maintained by profits from inmate purchases of commissary products, telephone services, and the fees inmates pay for using TRULINCS. Restrictions
MonitoringInmates and their contacts must consent to monitoring prior to using the system. In addition, all messages are screened for content that could jeopardize the public or the safety, security, or orderly operation of the facility. Learn More About TRULINCS Sending MailThe BOP encourages inmates to write to family, friends, and other community contacts to maintain these ties during incarceration. Written correspondence is classified as either general or special mail. General Correspondence"General correspondence" is opened and inspected by staff for both contraband and content that might threaten the security or good order of the institution. Special MailSpecial incoming mail that is specially marked as such, can only be opened only in the presence of the inmate. It too will be inspected for physical contraband and the qualification of any enclosures as special mail. Inmates may also receive certain commercial publications from the community. The BOP permits an inmate to subscribe to or receive publications without prior approval as long as the incoming publication is not detrimental to the security, discipline, or good order of the institution, or facilitate criminal activity. Policy on Correspondence Sending PackagesInmates are not allowed to receive packages from home without prior written approval from the inmate's unit team or authorized staff member at the institution. The only packages an inmate may receive from home are those containing release clothing and authorized medical devices. However, inmates may receive magazines, hard and paperback books directly from the publisher (For more information see: Policy on Incoming Publications ). Sending MoneyThe following three funding methods apply to inmates held at a BOP facility. If the inmate is at a private contract facility, please contact that facility or contract operator for instructions on how to send funds.
Sending funds using MoneyGramInmates can receive funds at a BOP-managed facility, which are deposited into their commissary accounts. You can send an inmate funds electronically using MoneyGram's ExpressPayment Program.
To send funds using this method, please read and follow these steps carefully:
NOTICE: It's your responsibility to send the funds to the correct inmate. If the information you provide is incorrect, your transaction might be rejected; or worse, the funds may be deposited into the wrong account and not returned. You'll need the following information:
At a MoneyGram locationLocate the nearest agent by calling 1-800-926-9400 or visiting: www.moneygram.com. You'll need to complete a MoneyGram ExpressPayment Blue Form (see a sample form). You can pay with cash. OnlinePlease visit https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/paybills and enter the receive code 7932 or Federal Bureau of Prisons. Enter the Receive Code (7932) and the amount you are sending (up to $300). First time users will have to set up a profile and account. A MasterCard or Visa credit card is required. I have a question or concern about a MoneyGram transfer.Any questions or concerns regarding MoneyGram transfers should be directed to MoneyGram.Where can I find additional/general information?For additional details regarding the Inmate Commissary and deposit procedures, please read the Trust Fund/Deposit Fund Manual.Who can I contact with questions about a specific deposit?You may contact BOP staff at 202-307-2712 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET.How do I send money to an inmate held at a private contract facility? To send money to an inmate being held at a privately-managed facility, contact the facility or contract operator.
Sending funds using Western UnionInmates can receive funds at a BOP-managed facility, which are deposited into their commissary accounts. You can send an inmate funds electronically using Western Union's Quick Collect Program.
To send funds using this method, please read and follow these steps carefully:
NOTICE: It's your responsibility to send the funds to the correct inmate. If the information you provide is incorrect, your transaction might be rejected; or worse, the funds may be deposited into the wrong account and not returned. You'll need the following information:
At a Western Union locationLocate the nearest agent by calling 1-800-325-6000 or visiting: www.westernunion.com. You'll need to complete a payment form (see a sample form). You can pay with cash. Over the phoneCall 1-800-634-3422 and choose option 2. A credit/debit card will be required. I have a question or concern about a Western Union transfer.Any questions or concerns regarding Western Union transfers should be directed to Western Union.Where can I find additional/general information?For additional details regarding the Inmate Commissary and deposit procedures, please read the Trust Fund/Deposit Fund Manual.Who can I contact with questions about a specific deposit?You may contact BOP staff at 202-307-2712 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET.How do I send money to an inmate held at a private contract facility?To send money to an inmate being held at a privately-managed facility, contact the facility or contract operator.
Sending funds using the United States Postal ServiceInmates can receive funds at a BOP-managed facility, which are deposited into their commissary accounts. If you would like to send an inmate funds through the mail, you must use the United States Postal Service. Please read and follow these steps carefully:
Only Send a Money Order Obtain a money order and include both the inmate's: Non-postal money orders and non-government checks will be placed on a 15-day hold. NO Personal ChecksNO CashNO Additional ItemsAdditional items (non-funds intended for delivery to the inmate) will be disposed of. John Doe Federal Bureau of Prisons Insert Valid Committed Inmate Name Insert Inmate Eight-Digit Register Number Post Office Box 474701 Des Moines, Iowa 50947-0001 Return AddressYour name and return address must appear on the upper left-hand corner of the envelope to ensure that the funds can be returned in the event that they cannot be posted to the inmate's account. Delivery AddressSend the funds to the address above. Replace the second line with the inmate's valid, full committed name. Replace the third line with the inmate's eight digit register number. PostageAfter ensuring that the inmate has physically arrived at their facility, send the money order - but don't forget to add a stamp! It's been a reasonable amount of time since I mailed the funds, why hasn't he/she received it yet?If sufficient time has passed for your mail to have reached Des Moines, Iowa, you should initiate a tracer with whoever sold you the money order.Why were my funds returned?The funds could not be posted to the inmate's account. This is most likely because the deposit and/or envelope did not contain valid inmate information. For example, you may have used an inmate's alias rather than the name we have on record or the inmate's register number was missing or incorrect.Where can I get more information?For additional details regarding the Inmate Commissary and deposit procedures, please read the Trust Fund/Deposit Fund Manual.Who can I contact with questions about a specific deposit?You may contact BOP staff at 202-307-2712 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET.How do I send money to an inmate held at a private contract facility?To send money to an inmate being held at a privately-managed facility, contact the facility or contract operator. How do you sent money via Western Union?How to send money. Log in to the Western Union app.. Tap 'Send money. ... . Select a previous receiver or enter a new receiver's name and address.. In the case of bank transfer, verify your bank account and complete your transfer via Klarna. ... . Share the tracking number (MTCN) with your receiver for cash pickup.. Can I send an inmate money through cash App?Cashapp Accounts
The only way for a loved one to legally place funds on an offenders account is via Securus or by mailing a money order to the Offender Finance Office.
How do I send money to an inmate in Virginia?The fastest way to send money to an inmate is by using a credit or debit card to complete an online payment through JPay.
How do I send money to an inmate in North Carolina?You can send money by phone using your credit or debit card. Call (800) 574-5729 to speak with a live JPay call center agent 24/7. To make a cash deposit, visit any MoneyGram agent location (including all Walmarts and CVS Pharmacies) and use receive code 1224.
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