Reception Diagnostic Center

Chirp Devices

Are a real-time text messaging service provided to residents at RDC and monitored by IDOC Staff.  These messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped of the facility they are located and ask them to go to a direct link to add money to the inmate's account.

Any money in the inmate's commissary/trust account with the facility or their Pin Debt Account CANNOT be used for Chirping. Friends & Family can create a Chirping account online at inmatesale.com to add money to an offender's account.

General Rules

• All Chirp communications are subject to review.
• All messages are not private.
• Misuse of the Chirp device may result in discipline action or sanction of use of the device per department policy.
• If the device assigned to the I.I. or any other device is damaged or missing, there will be a charge of $200.00 to the I.I., immediately due and payable. They will be charged with both criminal and civil actions. Any funds available through their commissary/trust at the facility will be immediately transferred for the damages.
• The I.I. will not be provided another Chirping device while at this facility or at any other facilities that offer Chirping. There are no second chances in this agreement.
• Any money applied to the I.I.'s Chirping account is non-transferable, and the remaining balance at this facility can remain on an account and be available if they return.
• Their contact list can be erased or edited at any time without notice. Contacts are for convenience only and are not guaranteed. A refunded can be requested by the giver who added the funds to the I.I.'s account. To request a refund contact Combined Public Communications at (977) 998-5678.
• The Chirp message cost $0.10 per 160 characters, messages may exceed 160 characters, charges will apply for every 160 characters - inbound and outbound. all outbound Chirps are billed; however, they are only billed for the inbound Chirps that are accepted/opened. If a message contain profanity, a filter will be applied that will remove the profanity from the message prior to sending.
• It is up to the facilities to determine who is allowed to use the Chirping service. The facility can terminate the use of the Chirping service at any time that facility staff deem necessary.

Add Money to a Chirping Account

Community Advisory Board

Community Advisory Board meet twice per year (every six months) but may meet more often as appropriate.

Purpose

• To open avenues of communication between the facility and the communities near its operation;
• To assemble an eclectic group of community stakeholders to observe the operations of the facility from time to time, and to advise facility administrative staff on quality of life issues, and provide diverse perspectives on the effectiveness of facility operations and programs;
• To assist with the recruitment of a diverse and professional workforce;
• To promote the hiring of former incarcerated individuals;
• To help identify available community resources that could enhance the facility’s operation; and,
• To assist with promoting community awareness and understanding of correctional issues, and facility and Department initiatives.

Intake Process

Because the intake facility is a temporary placement, programs and visitation are not initiated during this process. Incarcerated individuals may receive written correspondence and phone calls  while at the intake facility. During the intake process each incarcerated individuals is evaluated through interviews, reports, and diagnostic tests. This evaluation forms the basis of the incarcerated individuals' facility and program assignment.

For more information about the variety of programs the IDOC offers, please visit the Programs page. Note: Programs vary from facility to facility and are subject to change. Not all incarcerated individuals qualify or are appropriate for every program, individuals should work with their assigned case manager to see which programs they are eligible for.