There are a few things to remember when writing a letter on behalf of an inmate, and the following suggestions are merely from helping those in need and by no means is legal advice.Keep in mind there are thousands of correctional facilities in the United States and thousands of Judges, each may require something a little different. In general however always be respectful and factual.Include:Inmates Name and Inmate Number and Correctional FacilityHonorable Judge and or Honorable Parole Board (include address)Dear Honorable Judge (Name),My name is (include your name). A quick introduction, who you are, your position in the community and how long you have known the inmate. Your relationship with the inmate.State precisely the points you want to make. The value the inmate has as a free person and if true, the hardship if any on the family. Include any contributions the inmate has provided to the community, the church, the family. If the inmate has a stellar or healthy past other than the crime that placed the inmate in prison, give factual examples.Also include the achievements or steps taken while incarcerated to improve the inmate. This could be anything from earning a degree, completing courses offered, helping other inmates, good behavior. It is usually good to include how the inmate is remorseful and desires to be a healthy citizen contributing to the family and community.If there is potential employment available, housing (so forth) include that as well.Make sure you thank the Honorable Judge and or Parole Board for their time.Sign with your full name in your own penmanship.