Sending mail and photos: addressing, screening, and restrictions
- ✓ Inmate’s full name
- ✓ Inmate ID number (if you know it)
- ✓ Facility name
- ✓ Facility mailing address
Mail is screened for security reasons. Facilities open and inspect incoming items for prohibited property or contraband. Letters and photographs may be allowed, but rules can limit the dimensions, number, and material of what you send. Check the facility's current restrictions before mailing photos so your mail does not get rejected.
Common Questions
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What should I put on the envelope so mail reaches the inmate?
Address it with the inmate’s full name, the inmate ID (if known), the facility name, and the facility’s mailing address. Using the ID number and full name helps staff route the mail correctly.
Q
Can I send photos in a letter to an inmate?
Photos are generally allowed, but they are subject to facility rules on things like size, number, and materials. All incoming mail is inspected, so follow the facility’s mail rules closely to reduce the chance your photos are rejected.
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