So the only exception to get unlock for brand new GoPhone for free is to be military with deployment orders?
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/request/#/unlockstep1
Deployed military personnel (current AT&T customers only)
Be sure to send us your deployment verification and meet all the requirements for devices.
To unlock your device, military personnel don't need to complete installment plans or service commitments. You also aren't required to pay early termination fees.
AT&T may limit the number of devices military personnel can unlock.