How to Send Books to Someone in Prison
Look up the prison online., You must know the prisoners ID number as it needs to go on the first line after the prisoners name in order for them to get the books., Check for the prison regulations on sending things to inmates., Telephone or email...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Look up the prison online.
See if there is any information online regarding restrictions, sending information, packaging information, or a mailing address for the prison.
If you are in contact with the prisoner you would like to send books to, he or she may also have information for you. -
Step 2: You must know the prisoners ID number as it needs to go on the first line after the prisoners name in order for them to get the books.
The address label must list the name and ID number for the prisoner, the name of the prison, and the prison's mailing address, which is either the location of the prison or a PO Box. , Many prisons have regulations limiting number of books that can be sent, restricting books with sex scenes, not allowing used books, or not allowing hardcover books.
These restrictions vary from state to state and even prison to prison, so be sure to check first.
If there are none present, look for a telephone number to call or email address to email the prison. , Consider finding out the following:
Explain that you would like to send books to a prisoner Explain who you are and your relationship with the prisoner Explain what the books are Ask if this is permitted and if so, what restrictions are in place, if any Confirm a postal address and any packaging requirements ,, There are still several options to consider:
Write to an association that helps prisoners, such as the Prisoner's Literature Project, being sure to include the name, location, and ID number of the prisoner in your letter.
Contact any educational institution that is in contact with and aids prisoners Ask the prisoner you are sending books to for more information on restrictions or which vendors they may know are authorized. -
Step 3: Check for the prison regulations on sending things to inmates.
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Step 4: Telephone or email them if you don't find details.
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Step 5: If you get a positive answer
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Step 6: follow the instructions that were given to post your books or other reading material.
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Step 7: If you get a negative response
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Step 8: don't give up yet.
Detailed Guide
See if there is any information online regarding restrictions, sending information, packaging information, or a mailing address for the prison.
If you are in contact with the prisoner you would like to send books to, he or she may also have information for you.
The address label must list the name and ID number for the prisoner, the name of the prison, and the prison's mailing address, which is either the location of the prison or a PO Box. , Many prisons have regulations limiting number of books that can be sent, restricting books with sex scenes, not allowing used books, or not allowing hardcover books.
These restrictions vary from state to state and even prison to prison, so be sure to check first.
If there are none present, look for a telephone number to call or email address to email the prison. , Consider finding out the following:
Explain that you would like to send books to a prisoner Explain who you are and your relationship with the prisoner Explain what the books are Ask if this is permitted and if so, what restrictions are in place, if any Confirm a postal address and any packaging requirements ,, There are still several options to consider:
Write to an association that helps prisoners, such as the Prisoner's Literature Project, being sure to include the name, location, and ID number of the prisoner in your letter.
Contact any educational institution that is in contact with and aids prisoners Ask the prisoner you are sending books to for more information on restrictions or which vendors they may know are authorized.
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