How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Most facilities offer several ways to fund an incarcerated person's trust account: online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, or mailed U.S. Postal money orders. The exact options depend on the facility and vendor. Trust account funds can be used for commissary, phone time, hygiene items, and other approved expenses. Some funds may be reduced by court-ordered restitution or other authorized deductions. Before paying, confirm the person's full name and booking or facility ID, and verify which deposit methods are accepted. Posting times vary by method and vendor, and third-party services commonly charge fees. Don't mail cash.
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Common options include online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders. Methods vary by facility and vendor, so confirm what California State Prison, Solano accepts. Have the person's full name and booking or facility ID ready.
Trust funds typically pay for commissary purchases, telephone time, hygiene items, and other permitted goods. Some funds may be withheld for court-ordered restitution or other authorized deductions.
Posting times vary by method and vendor. Electronic transfers can take time to process. Kiosks may post quickly but can have limitations. Third-party vendors often charge fees, so check estimated posting times before paying.
CSP Solano switches phone and tablet services in early March 2025. The big thing families need to know: content purchased on ViaPath tablets won't transfer to the new Securus tablets, and how refunds work depends on who holds the balance.
The easiest way to set up an in-person visit is through the GTL/CDCR visit portal. Pick your date, time, and location, then get instant confirmation.
Sending money to someone in custody depends on the facility's approved system. For this facility, we've confirmed access to the GTL visitor portal, where you can create an account or log in.
