Reviewed on: May 04,2016
Commissary

Can an inmate buy food and personal items from inside jail?

Can an inmate buy food and personal items from inside jail

Yes, that is what the commissary is for.
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✓ Verified answer May 04,2016 · Commissary
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Yes, that is what the commissary is for.
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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 May 2016.