How to send messages, photos, and packages
Inmates at USP Terre Haute have telephone privileges, but calls are monitored and typically paid by the inmate. Third-party or alternative call arrangements aren't allowed. For electronic messaging, the facility uses the BOP's TRULINCS system. Both the inmate and the contact must be approved before exchanging messages. TRULINCS messages are text-only, up to 13,000 characters, with no attachments—and all content is screened and monitored. The BOP Trust Fund manual (P4500.12) has been updated to include TRULINCS access language. For other communication options like vendor-run video visits or phone services, you'll typically need an account with the approved provider. Check the facility page to confirm fees and steps.
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USP Terre Haute uses the BOP’s TRULINCS system for electronic messaging. Both the inmate and the contact must be approved. Messages are text-only (up to 13,000 characters), can’t include attachments, and are screened and monitored.
No. Calls at USP Terre Haute are monitored. Third‑party or alternative call arrangements aren’t allowed, and calls are ordinarily paid by the inmate.
TRULINCS requires inmate and contact approval—no third-party vendor account needed for messaging. For other services like vendor-run video visits or phone services, you'll typically need to create an account with the approved provider and follow their listed steps and fees.
No. Packages from home aren’t allowed unless the inmate has prior written approval. Even with approval, only limited items—such as release clothing and authorized medical devices—may be accepted from home.
Yes, but not directly from you. Books and magazines must be sent through approved commercial sources, and any commercially published item that is statutorily non-distributable (for example, sexually explicit content) will be returned to the publisher or sender.
General correspondence is opened and inspected by staff for contraband. Special mail is opened only in the inmate’s presence and inspected for physical contraband.
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