Send Photos & Mail at Folsom State Prison, CA

How to send messages, photos, and packages

Overview

Communication at Folsom State Prison goes through Securus, CDCR's statewide provider. The vendor rollout adds telephone calls, video calls, and electronic messaging starting in September. If you want video visits or electronic messaging, set up a Securus account on the website or mobile app so you're ready when those services go live. Free telephone calls don't require an online account, but video calls and electronic messaging do. For prepaid video visits, use AdvanceConnect in the Securus app to fund your account, then register through Video Connect to enable video calling. Check CDCR's tablet page for schedule and cost details.

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Quick Facts

  • Securus is the communications provider for CDCR at Folsom State Prison.
  • CDCR’s communications rollout will add telephone calls, video calls, and electronic messaging starting in September.
  • You do not need an online Securus account to receive free telephone calls, but an account will be required for video calls and electronic messaging.
  • To fund prepaid video visits, use AdvanceConnect inside the Securus app and register for Video Connect to enable videocalls.

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Common Questions

Do I need a Securus account to receive phone calls from someone at Folsom State Prison?

No. You do not need an online Securus account to receive free telephone calls from Folsom State Prison. A Securus account is required for video calls and electronic messaging when those services are available.

How do I set up and add funds for video visits with an incarcerated person at Folsom State Prison?

Create a Securus account on the website or mobile app so you're ready when video visits become available. Then use the AdvanceConnect prepaid feature in the Securus app to add funds and register with Video Connect for prepaid video calls.

When will Securus video and messaging services begin at Folsom State Prison?

CDCR's vendor information says the communications rollout (including video and electronic messaging) begins in September. For tablet schedules and cost details, check CDCR's tablet page.

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