Books & Magazines

All books, magazines, and periodicals must be prepaid and delivered by the United States Postal Service only. The publication/subscription shall be mailed directly from the publisher or originate from a verifiable and reputable internet/mail order company or a bookstore via their internet or mail order facilities.

All books, magazines, and periodicals must have the inmate's complete name and booking number clearly marked.

Not Allowed (Books & Magazines)

  • No more than 3 books can be sent at one given time.
  • Hardback or leather-bound books.
  • Obscene, or sexually oriented publications or writings (including magazines such as Playboy, Penthouse, Hustler, etc.) and mail containing information concerning where, how or from whom such matter may be obtained.
  • Any matter of character tending to incite murder, arson, riot, racism, or any other form of violence (including anything which may adversely affect jail security due to a gang-type theme or pictures depicting gang activity).
  • Any other matter concerning unlawful gambling or an unlawful lottery.
  • Used books, magazines or periodicals.