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Reviewed on: October 07,2015
General Prison Questions-Terminology

How do I send books from Amazon do I send it like regular mail?

You cannot send books from your own address.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer March 20,2015 · General Prison Questions-Terminology
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You cannot send books from your own address. The facilities will only accept books and magazines "from the publisher". You can go to Amazon and order the books but make sure that the shipping address is that of the inmate's facility and include their inmate ID number.
Accepted Answer Date Created: March 20,2015
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed October 2015.