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Send Money at BATEN UNIT, TX

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

At the Baten Unit, only people on an inmate's Approved Visitation List or Inmate Telephone List can deposit money (a policy in effect since September 1, 2020). Commissary purchases run through eCommDirect, with quarterly limits of $70 for Jan–Mar, Apr–Jun, and Jul–Sep, and $95 for Oct–Dec during the Holiday Spend period. Fees add up, so budget accordingly: eCommDirect charges a $3.75 purchase fee, and deposits cost $2.50 plus 2.25% of the amount you send. Before depositing, confirm with the inmate that you're on the correct approved list and follow the vendor's instructions—processing steps can vary. The Inmate Trust Fund office can confirm receipt of a payment but usually won't share balances or transaction details with anyone except the inmate.

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Quick Facts

  • Only senders on an inmate's Approved Visitation List or Inmate Telephone List may deposit money to an inmate (effective Sept 1, 2020).
  • eCommDirect quarterly purchase limits are Jan–Mar $70, Apr–Jun $70, Jul–Sep $70, and Oct–Dec $95 (Holiday Spend).
  • eCommDirect charges a $3.75 purchase fee on commissary purchases.
  • eCommDirect deposit fee is $2.50 plus 2.25% of the deposit amount.

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Sending Money to Someone at Baten Unit: who can deposit and what the rules are

Sending money to someone at the Baten Unit comes down to two things: making sure you're eligible to deposit, and knowing the limits and fees. Since September 2020, only people on the inmate's approved visitor list or Inmate Telephone List can send funds. If you're using eCommDirect, quarterly spending caps apply (with a higher "Holiday Spend" limit from October through December). You'll also want to factor in purchase and deposit fees before you send anything.

Common Questions

Who is allowed to send money to an inmate at Baten Unit?

Only people on the inmate’s Approved Visitation List or the inmate’s Inmate Telephone List may deposit money at the Baten Unit (effective Sept. 1, 2020). Before you send anything, confirm with the inmate that you’re on the right list and then follow the vendor’s deposit instructions.

What are the eCommDirect purchase limits for Baten Unit?

eCommDirect quarterly purchase limits are $70 for Jan–Mar, $70 for Apr–Jun, $70 for Jul–Sep, and $95 for Oct–Dec (Holiday Spend).

What fees will I pay when depositing or buying commissary for an inmate at Baten Unit?

eCommDirect charges a $3.75 purchase fee. Deposits also have a fee of $2.50 plus 2.25% of the deposit amount.

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