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How Inmate Phone Calls Work at Berrien County Jail: Setting Up Your Prepaid Account

Waiting for a call from someone at Berrien County Jail? Here's what matters most: the day-room phones are prepaid-only, and you—the person receiving the call—may need to set up the account first.

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How Inmate Phone Calls Work at Berrien County Jail: Setting Up Your Prepaid Account

The day-room phones at Berrien County Jail only work with prepaid accounts. No prepaid setup on your number? The call won't connect. Phone access runs daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., so plan accordingly if you're expecting a call.

  1. Call 1-800-483-8314 to set up your receiving account - The person being called is the one who needs to create the prepaid (receiving) account so the inmate can place calls to your number.

Heads up: All calls from Berrien County Jail are recorded. Stick to everyday updates and avoid discussing anything you wouldn't want replayed later.

How Inmate Phone Calls Work at Berrien County Jail: Setting Up Your Prepaid Account

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  • Set up (or confirm) your prepaid receiving account by calling 1-800-483-8314
  • Make sure you’re available for calls during the daily phone window: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Check your phone settings so the call can come through (for example, caller ID and any call-blocking features)

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