Reviewed on: May 04,2026
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Can You Send Magazines to Inmates in Jail Not Just Prison?

Can you only send magazines to inmates in prison? My fiance has been in jail a while and is fighting 4 criminal cases and will be doing a minimum of 5 years but hasnt been sentenced and i cant find anywhere that will let me send to jails

Magazines can be sent to inmates in both jails and prisons, and InmateAid has been doing exactly that since 2012 with no issues.
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✓ Verified answer August 21,2018 · Send Books and Magazines
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Magazines can be sent to inmates in both jails and prisons, and InmateAid has been doing exactly that since 2012 with no issues.

The confusion around this is understandable because some third party services only work with state and federal prison systems and do not service county jails. InmateAid is not one of those. The magazine subscription service works across jails and prisons, which matters a great deal for someone like your fiancé who is fighting multiple cases pretrial and could be in a county jail for an extended period before ever being sentenced and transferred to a prison.

A minimum of five years of legal proceedings and incarceration ahead is a long stretch, and staying mentally engaged during that time matters more than most people outside the system appreciate. Magazines give an inmate something to look forward to, something to read, and something to talk about on calls and visits. A subscription that arrives monthly keeps that connection consistent without requiring ongoing effort every time on your end.

InmateAid carries a wide range of titles across different interests, whether that is sports, fitness, news, entertainment, automotive, or anything else your fiancé is into. A subscription makes a meaningful difference in the day-to-day quality of life inside, and it signals to him that someone on the outside is invested in his comfort and his time.

If you want to browse available titles or have questions about whether a specific magazine ships to his facility, visit inmateaid.com or reach out to aid@inmateaid.com and the team will help you find the right fit.

Accepted Answer Date Created: August 21,2018
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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 2026.