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How to Send Mail and Photos to B.B. Rayburn Correctional Center

Mailing address, accepted items, photo rules, and book shipping requirements for families writing to B.B. Rayburn.

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Overview

All mail to B.B. Rayburn Correctional Center goes to the facility street address, not a P.O. Box. Use [Inmate Full Name & ID Number] on the first line, followed by 27268 Hwy. 21 North, Angie, LA 70426. Standard letters and greeting cards are accepted, plus standard 4”x6” photos. Books must ship directly from Amazon or an approved retailer. No hardcovers, no used books.

Quick Facts

Use the physical street address for mail: 27268 Hwy. 21 North, Angie, LA 70426.
Include the inmate's full name and ID number on every envelope or package.
Standard letters and greeting cards accepted without glitter, stickers, or embellishments.
Standard 4"x6" photos are accepted. No Polaroids or explicit content.
Books must be shipped directly from Amazon or an approved retailer. No hardcovers.
No packages from home. All mail is inspected before delivery.

Correct Mailing Address

Write the inmate’s name and ID number on the first line. The street address is the same for both physical and mailing deliveries.

[Inmate Full Name] & [ID Number]
27268 Hwy. 21 North
Angie, LA 70426

Do not use a P.O. Box. Do not abbreviate the facility name in a way that confuses postal sorting.

Letters and Envelopes

Use plain envelopes without glitter, stickers, perfumes, or extra decorations.
Standard greeting cards are accepted if they follow the same rules.
Do not include cash, stamps, or check-cashing materials.
All mail is opened and inspected before delivery to the inmate.

Photos

Photo size: 4”x6” prints only
No Polaroid instant photos
No photo albums or multiple photos taped together
No explicit, sexual, gang-related, or threatening images
Tattoo photos showing alcohol, drugs, nudity, gang signs, or weapons are prohibited
Photos depicting swimsuits, lingerie, or suggestive poses may be rejected

One helpful tip: use clear, simple photos of family members, pets, or everyday life. Those almost always pass inspection.

Books, Magazines, and Newspapers

Louisiana DOC facilities require books to come directly from an approved source:

Books: Must ship directly from Amazon or an approved retailer. No hardcovers. No used books from any source. A maximum of two books per package may be accepted.
Magazines and newspapers: Must be sent via subscription if accepted at all.
No packages from home beyond books from approved sources.

If you are unsure whether a book source is approved, buy from Amazon and have it shipped directly to the inmate.

What to Avoid

Hardcover books
Used books or books from yard sales
Stickers, glitter, tape, or corrections fluid on envelopes
Cash or stamps
Polaroid photos
Sexual, violent, or gang-related imagery
Pages torn out of magazines
Cologne or perfume samples

Sending Legal Mail

Legal mail is handled separately from regular mail. If you need to send attorney-client privileged documents, contact the facility first for the correct legal mail procedure and address. Legal mail should be clearly marked as attorney correspondence.

Send Photos and Letters with Pigeonly

The easiest way to send photos and letters to someone at B.B. Rayburn Correctional Center is through Pigeonly. Upload your photos or write your letter online, and Pigeonly prints and mails everything to the facility for you, following the mail rules listed above.

Families Also Ask

6 of 6 questions

What is the mailing address for B.B. Rayburn Correctional Center?

Mail to: [Inmate Full Name & ID Number], 27268 Hwy. 21 North, Angie, LA 70426. Do not use a P.O. Box. The physical and mailing address are the same.

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Can I send photos to B.B. Rayburn?

Yes. Standard 4"x6" photos are accepted. No Polaroids, no photo albums, and no explicit or gang-related images. Photos of tattoos depicting alcohol, drugs, nudity, or weapons will be rejected.

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Can I send books to an inmate at B.B. Rayburn?

Yes, but they must ship directly from Amazon or an approved retailer. No hardcovers, no used books, and no more than two books per shipment. The inmate cannot receive books from a local bookstore or donation center.

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How long does it take for mail to reach an inmate at B.B. Rayburn?

Standard letters usually arrive within a few days to a week, depending on postal service delays. Books from Amazon can take longer due to shipping times. All mail is inspected, so allow extra time during holidays or lockdowns.

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What items are banned from mail at B.B. Rayburn?

Cash, stamps, Polaroids, hardcover books, used books, stickers, glitter, perfume samples, and any material showing explicit content, gang signs, weapons, drugs, or alcohol. All items are subject to inspection.

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Is video visitation available at B.B. Rayburn Correctional Center?

Yes. Video visits are offered through Securus Video Connect. You need a registered Securus account and a device with a camera and microphone. Schedule sessions through the Securus platform and follow the same visiting rules as in-person visits.

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