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flag Oklahoma raised prison phone rates to 14 cents per minute, reversing a prior drop, sparking criticism over costs and family contact.

flag Oklahoma has increased prison phone rates from 6 to 14 cents per minute, reversing a January drop due to a June 2025 FCC decision delaying enforcement of lower rate caps until April 2027. flag The change, implemented by Securus Technologies, the state’s contracted provider, has drawn criticism from families who say higher costs disrupt essential communication with incarcerated loved ones, affecting mental health and rehabilitation. flag While the Oklahoma Department of Corrections says inmates were notified and that call revenues fund programs and security, critics argue the move burdens low-income families and undermines family contact crucial for successful reintegration.

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