OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) announced on Friday a transition to a digital mail platform in efforts to reduce the amount of contraband and increase safety measures within state facilities.
ODOC leaders say, beginning September 1, inmates will receive a digital color image of their personal letters and photographs, at no cost to them, accessible through their Securus accounts.
“This is a great way to effectively utilize technology to reduce contraband and promote safety. It also creates proximity to technical advances for individuals in ODOC custody, making reentry easier and more successful,” said T.E.E.M. Executive Director Kris Steele.
Oklahoma is aligning alongside Texas, Florida and Ohio in converting to the system. A spokesperson for ODOC said, since 2022, 118 pieces of mail have been reported to ODOC as being soaked in some unknown substance.