What Are the Rules for Sending Photos to an Inmate?
Can i send pictures of myself to my son and can he send me pictures of him? If so what are the guidelines?
Tammy Fisher
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Sending photos to an inmate is generally allowed but guidelines vary by facility.
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Sending photos to an inmate is generally allowed but guidelines vary by facility. Some facilities permit photos taken in the visiting room, which are delivered to the inmate and can be mailed back to family. Polaroids are forbidden at most facilities.
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Accepted Answer Date Created: June 30,2014
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