These facilities rarely if ever forward mail. The only time i might happen is if it's within the BOP. The book will likely get lost in the system, we're afraid. You can definitely send letters without being on the mailing list.

There are two inmate search functions. One is the search of inmate profiles set up by our members. The second are the locators by the jurisdiction. To use them, you will need to know the state they are in and the jurisdiction where they were prosecuted. If you give us some more information we will help you find him.

You can get the information from the Clerk of the Court in the jurisdiction that holds him. The judge presiding is going to be a little angry and depending how many times your friend has been before the judge on the same issue might, it may create a hardship going forward. If he can demonstrate a willingness to pay what he owes, he might not have to stay in jail long. BUT, child support is a hot issue now and

The inmateAID service is not email, it is postal mail. The estimated time for delivery is 1-3 business days. There are potential delays once inside the mail room as the staff opens all mail inspecting for contraband. If you have questions about inmate ID or location, you can use the inmate locator for that facility page inside inmateAID or their jurisdiction (federal or state).  If you need our help, just ask!

you  can write in either pen or pencil, there are no restrictions for a normal letter being sent. do not spray perfume on the paper or place any stickers or anything that might get the letter returned. keep it simple. try our letter writing service, the best part is the photo option. they are 4 x 6 glossy photos that are prison-approved and look great! have you been promising to send some pictures??

We estimate that it takes 1-3 business days to arrive at the facility. The detention center or jail receives the mail, opens and inspects it for contraband and then passes it out at "mail call" to the inmate. This process sometimes delays the distribution to the inmate further.

We would need to know the state he is in and whether the charge was state or federal. Let us know and we'll help you.

We are not good at giving relationship advice - but if the facts are exactly what you claim, there doesn't seem to be much to look forward to if this is how he repays your generosity. Regarding the charges and the potential plea, it certainly sounds serious and nothing to dismiss. There are components to consider in answering whether "he'll really cop that much time", what is his criminal history? does he have prior convictions? does he have

Yes, you can send money electronically through Western Union. All of the prison facilities under the California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR) are covered by one single Western Union delivery code.

The phone service gets a local telephone number for your inmate to call you on - still using the prison telephone company to run the number through. The local line makes the calls at the lowest possible rate, because it is now local and not long distance. You will have to get the number to the inmate either by sending a letter or getting a message via a visit or one last "expensive call". Unfortunately, the prison staff will not