Phone & Messaging
How to Contact an Inmate at Facility
Want to stay in touch with someone at this facility? Your main options run through Securus, including video sessions and digital messages.
Contact an Inmate at Facility 8.
Mail, photos, messaging, and phone/call options for staying in touch.
Overview
Communication with someone at Facility 8 typically runs through Securus Video Connect, a web-based system for scheduling and joining video sessions using the free Securus app or a computer. The same Securus platform also lets you send messages, photos, eCards, and short video clips, making it easy to share updates and celebrate milestones from home. Before booking a session or sending electronic messages, set up your account on the department's communications platform so you're ready to go. Prepaid video visits usually require adding funds through the app's prepaid feature, so register and load funds before you book. California institutions may be transitioning between vendors, so confirm what Facility 8 currently supports first.
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Quick Facts
- Facility 8 uses Securus Video Connect for web-based video visits.
- You can schedule and join Securus video sessions using the free Securus app or a computer.
- Securus supports sending messages, photos, eCards, and video clips to incarcerated individuals.
- You generally need to create an account on the department communications platform and add funds for prepaid video visits.
Contact & Communication Guides
Common Questions
How do I schedule a video visit with someone at Facility 8?
Schedule through Securus Video Connect using the free Securus app or the web portal. Create an account on the department's communications platform before booking so you can register and join the session.
Can I send photos or eCards to an inmate at Facility 8?
Yes. Securus supports sending messages, photos, eCards, and short video clips through its platform.
Do I need to add funds to use video or messaging services for Facility 8?
Prepaid video visits typically require adding funds through the app's prepaid feature. Set up your account and confirm funding requirements before you schedule a paid visit.
Other Guides for Facility 8
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How to Pay the Kern County Sheriff's Civil Section: Accepted payment methods and mailing rules
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Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to Facility
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