How to send messages, photos, and packages
Winston County Jail uses an outgoing-only phone system—you can't call in and get connected to an inmate. To receive calls, you or the inmate will need the inmate's booking number. Follow the automated prompts to complete the call. Collect calls aren't accepted. Inmates are limited to a set number of calls each day, billed at a per-minute rate. Voice and text messages aren't allowed either. Need the booking number? Check the jail roster.
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Sending mail to someone at Winston County Jail? Small details can make the difference between delivery and rejection. Use this checklist to get it right the first time.
No. Winston County Jail uses an outgoing-only phone system, so inmates cannot receive incoming calls.
Use the inmate’s booking number and follow the automated prompts in the jail’s phone system to connect. Collect calls are not accepted, so you’ll need to use the billing options the system provides.
No. Inmates at Winston County Jail cannot send or receive voice or text messages.
Use only a standard 6" x 9" envelope. Other envelope sizes may be rejected.
Yes—include the inmate’s full legal name and booking number to help ensure delivery. You also need a clear return address on every piece of mail.
No. Inmates can’t receive cash, and care packages aren’t permitted at Winston County Jail. Don’t mail food, drink, pornographic materials, or other contraband.
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