Inmates pay $50 per year to post their profile and photo, which are viewed by the public at no cost. The site encourages writing directly to inmates or sending a first message through its free e-mail forwarding service.

How do you start writing a prisoner?

General Rules of Writing an Inmate in PrisonWrite the full name of the prisoner.Include the prisoners ID number.Write your name and the return address on the envelope and in the letter.Choose the correct envelope size.Dont put perfume on the letter.Dont decorate the letter in any way.More items

How much do prisoners cost taxpayers?

Prison costs taxpayers $80 billion a year.

Is writing a prisoner free?

Inmates using WriteAPrisoner.com only have access to postal mail. Inmates pay $50 per year to post their profile and photo, which are viewed by the public at no cost. The site encourages writing directly to inmates or sending a first message through its free e-mail forwarding service.

How late can Inmates make phone calls?

Prison Calling Hours Inmates can usually make calls from 8:00 in the morning and as late as 11:00 in the evening. Some facilities would even start as early as 7:00 AM. Calls made outside of this time frame might be allowed if it is an emergency.

How much is email a prisoner?

Each email costs 40p and you need to buy credit to use the service. In some prisons, prisoners can also reply and attach a photo through Email a Prisoner.

Can I kiss my letter to an inmate?

Most correctional facilities do not allow racy letters because they can add to the inmates frustration. You can send hugs and kisses in your letter, but dont kiss the letter or add perfume. Letters with lipstick or anything else other than the ink or lead left by your pen or pencil are not typically allowed.