Can inmates read messages sent to him by other people?
My husband told me I could read messages sent to him by other people on this site Is this true because I don't see any way to do this? He's in prison of course can he also send photos to me?
Michelle Hayes
Inmates are not permitted to have internet access, which means they should not be able to access or read messages on this or any other site.
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Inmates are not permitted to have internet access, which means they should not be able to access or read messages on this or any other site. Additionally, messages on this site are private and accessible only to the account holder.
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Accepted Answer Date Created: November 08,2024
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