Reviewed on: March 14,2016
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Are inmates allowed to send and receive mail while in the SHU?

Are inmates allowed to send and receive mail while in the SHU?

Yes, mail is considered sacred.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer March 14,2016 · Send Inmate Mail
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Yes, mail is considered sacred. All mail is delivered to SHU inmates Monday through Friday and they are allowed to write you as much as they want. The limitations are on telephone use (one 15-minute call per week), commissary and visitation.
Accepted Answer Date Created: March 14,2016
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed March 2016.