Commissary is once a week in most places. We post the commissary lists for the facility on their InmateAid page, especially federal prison.

It is not an email or electronic letter, it is a letter that is printed and mailed through the USPS. Email is a limited service to a small number of facilities. US Mail is reliable and convenient through InmateAid. We estimate 2-3 business days for delivery unless there are delays in the mail room of the facility.

Nevada Southern Detention Center is a CCA facility which means it is privately run. I've been in a CCA prison in Tennessee which could not have been more strict. The CCA staff follows the rules to the letter. In my opinion, when the guards stick to the rules (on the strict side) there are a lot less problems. The inmates take the position that it's not worth going to the SHU because there are no second chances to avoid punishment.

Yes, normally if they like writing, they will communicate with more than one person. Inmates have a lot of time to write.

Your inmate should know their zone and bed number. You might try calling the facility and asking to speak to the unit team secretary, they will have this information for sure 

This depends on what the violation is and how pissed the sentencing judge is.

InmateAid's services work with every jail, prison or detention center in the US. There are going to be varying discount amounts depending on the facility and carrier. You can always email us your information, we will give you an honest estimate prior to buying any service.

I was actually at the West Tennessee Detention Center in Mason TN near Memphis for three months, the visitation is in a room with tables and chairs, a platform for a single guard and some vending machines. We were able to hug and kiss upon arrival and departure. We held hands under the table the entire visit. The visitors go through a very vigorous and intrusive "pat down". They are carefully looking for people trying to smuggle in contraband.  They allowed

Inmates go through an orientation period. Usually inmates can shop within a week of arrival and if they have money on their books

Mostly working a job that is designed towards a successful reentry into society.