● State Prison
Connect with someone at Penitentiary of New Mexico
New Mexico connects 2 facilities through YardLink — covering NMDOC state prisons and
county jails in Bernalillo County (Albuquerque), Doña Ana County (Las Cruces), Santa Fe
County, and Sandoval County (Rio Rancho). YardLink replaces JPay's $0.25–$0.50 per-message
stamps with free letters and photos, so families from Albuquerque to Las Cruces, Santa Fe,
and Roswell stay connected without weekly credit pack costs.
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Facility
Penitentiary of New Mexico
YardLink Cost
$0 / message
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YardLink vs. JPay & Securus at Penitentiary of New Mexico
| Feature |
YardLink |
JPay |
Securus |
| Per-message fee |
$0.00 |
$0.25–$0.50+ |
$0.25–$1.00+ |
| Account creation |
✓ Free |
✗ Paid stamps |
✗ Paid credits |
| Photo sharing |
✓ Included |
✗ Extra fee |
✗ Extra fee |
| Profile pages |
✓ Full profiles |
✗ None |
✗ None |
| Community features |
✓ Included |
✗ None |
✗ None |
| Hidden fees |
✓ None ever |
✗ Multiple |
✗ Multiple |
| JPay cost comparison |
See full JPay vs. GTL vs. YardLink comparison for Penitentiary of New Mexico →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact someone at Penitentiary of New Mexico?
Create a free account at
YardLink. Once your account is set up, your incarcerated loved one at Penitentiary of New Mexico can connect with you through the platform. Messaging is free — no stamps, no credits, no per-message charges.
Is YardLink really free for Penitentiary of New Mexico messaging?
Yes. $0 per message, always. YardLink is built on the belief that families shouldn't pay to stay connected. There are no hidden fees, no expiring credits, and no premium tiers that gate basic messaging.
What's the difference between YardLink and JPay for Penitentiary of New Mexico?
JPay charges per message (typically $0.25–$0.50+) and requires purchasing stamps in advance. YardLink charges nothing per message. Over 100 messages, that's $25–$50+ saved. Over a year, hundreds of dollars — just for the privilege of staying in touch.
What is "Penitentiary of New Mexico messaging"?
It refers to electronic communication with people incarcerated at Penitentiary of New Mexico in Santa Fe, New Mexico. YardLink provides a platform for this messaging at no per-message cost, along with profile pages, photo sharing, and community features.
Does YardLink need approval from Penitentiary of New Mexico to work?
YardLink is a social platform — not a facility-contracted service. Your incarcerated loved one creates their own account and controls their own connections. No facility gatekeeping, no approval process.
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