How to Put Money on an Inmate's Account at Carson City Detention
Want to add commissary funds for someone at Carson City Detention? The facility uses Smart Deposit for online transfers, and also accepts certain money orders and U.S. currency.
Carson City Detention uses Smart Deposit for commissary deposits. It's the facility's online option - designed for quick, secure transfers directly to an inmate's account.
Tip: Smart Deposit is the fastest option and the facility's preferred method for online transfers.
Sending a money order? Carson City Detention only accepts money orders with typed or stamped value amounts. Handwritten amounts won't be accepted.
- ✓ Make the money order payable to CCSO
- ✓ List the inmate’s name
U.S. currency is also accepted for commissary deposits.
- Buy a money order with a typed or stamped amount - the facility only accepts money orders that display typed or stamped value amounts.
- Make it payable to CCSO - write “CCSO” on the “Pay to” line.
- Add the inmate’s name - include the inmate’s name on the money order so it’s credited correctly.
- Go to Smart Deposit - Carson City Detention uses Smart Deposit for commissary deposits.
- Follow the prompts to send funds - SmartDeposit describes its service as a way to send money quickly and securely to inmates.
- Double-check you’re funding commissary - SmartDeposit’s site also mentions other payment options (like bail, parole, or probation payments), so make sure you’re selecting the commissary/inmate deposit option for your loved one.
Quick reminder: SmartDeposit processes transfers quickly, which helps when you need funds available fast.
Not sure which option works best? Call the Jail Information Line at (775) 283-JAIL (5245) to confirm what's accepted before sending money.
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