Reviewed on: October 07,2015
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So I load money on this account and the phone line is automatically ready for calls?

Yes, you add money to the prison phone carrier using the new number we provided.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer January 20,2015 · Commissary
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Yes, you add money to the prison phone carrier using the new number we provided. You have to use them regardless, the choice you are making is to use a number that will give you the same call for a lot less. The difference in the call price will pay for our service in about 3-5 calls.
Accepted Answer Date Created: January 20,2015
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