Why You Can't Just Call an Inmate at FCI Fairton (And What to Do Instead)

FCI Fairton doesn't allow third-party or alternative call arrangements. You can't call in and ask to be connected. You can't route calls through someone else. The Bureau of Prisons restricts inbound calls to prevent phone access from being misused - while still letting inmates stay connected with family and community through controlled telephone privileges.

If you receive a call from FCI Fairton, assume it's being recorded. A notice is posted next to each inmate telephone warning that calls are monitored. That's standard - it's how the facility manages safety and security around communications.

TRUFONE call recordings are stored temporarily and deleted from the system after 180 days - unless they’re still needed for legal or administrative purposes. If you’re discussing anything sensitive, keep that retention window in mind.

Want steady, predictable contact? Secured electronic messages might work better than waiting for phone calls. The Trust Fund Limited Inmate Computer System (TRULINCS) lets inmates exchange messages with approved contacts in a secure format. Once your person is approved for TRULINCS, you can communicate regularly without trying to force a direct phone connection that isn't allowed.

Regular mail is another reliable option, though it helps to know what happens after you drop it in the mailbox. Staff open and inspect incoming correspondence for contraband and anything that could threaten facility security. Don't be surprised if delivery takes a few days, or if certain enclosures are handled differently than they would be on the outside.

• ✓ When sending money by MoneyGram, enter the Account Number as the inmate’s eight-digit register number (no spaces or dashes) followed immediately by the inmate’s last name (example: 12345678DOE).