Get LA Letter of Incarceration Request 2011-2023

To send mail to an inmate, please include the name of the inmate at the time of incarceration, the inmates CCN number, the dorm number and the cell or bed number (if known) on the envelope. You may obtain this information by calling 504-368-5360.

Address the envelope. On the first line, write the inmate's name and booking number. On the second line, write the physical address of the jail, or the P.O. box where the jail accepts inmate mail. On the third line, write the city, state, and zip code.

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Address the envelope. On the first line, write the inmate's name and booking number. On the second line, write the physical address of the jail, or the P.O. box where the jail accepts inmate mail. On the third line, write the city, state, and zip code.

($500.00 is the maximum amount inmates may have on their account at any time) There is a maximum of 10 items of correspondence allowed per envelope. Only mail written on postcards or white paper (plain or lined, not cardstock) is permitted.

Penmate is the easiest way to write incarcerated loved ones in jail or prison. Locate anyone incarcerated and send a message right from your phone. Send photos from your phone, Facebook, or Instagram. Mail postcards too! Penmate formats, prints, and delivers letters and photos for you in a few days.

How long does it take for an inmate to receive mail? In California, they make an effort to get mail to the inmate the day it arrives. On occassion, it may take an extra day or two, but that was unusual. It should take no more than 7 days from the time you mail it for the inmate to have it in his hands.

Individuals are free to contact any state prison inmate by mail....To ensure prompt processing the following information should be included on the envelope: Inmate's full name, CDC# Institution Name. P.O. Box Housing (preferable) City, CA ZIP.