How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Adding money to an inmate's trust or commissary account at Carter County Jail helps cover commissary items, phone and video calls, or certain fees. Deposit options commonly include online portals, lobby kiosks (card and sometimes cash), and mailed money orders or cashier's checks, though the exact methods can vary. If you use an online deposit service, many vendor portals (for example, JailATM) require you to sign in with an email address or user name to create an account and make a payment. Commissary ordering and cutoff schedules are set by the facility's approved vendor, so check that schedule before placing an order. Any money left at release is generally returned to the inmate or applied to outstanding debts or fees. It usually cannot be transferred to another inmate.
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Carter County Jail uses Tiger Commissary for all inmate purchases. Through this system, people in custody can buy food, clothing, hygiene products, and other basics.
Carter County Jail uses Tiger Commissary for inmate purchases. Want to help from the outside? You can place orders online through the Tiger Commissary website, and your loved one will receive approved items while in custody.
Common options include online vendor portals, lobby kiosks (card or sometimes cash), and mailed money orders or cashier’s checks. Since accepted methods vary by facility, confirm which deposit options Carter County Jail allows before sending funds.
Funds left in an inmate's account are usually returned at release or applied to outstanding balances and fees. Policies can differ, so check the jail's guidance for specific steps.
Yes, in most cases. Many vendor portals require you to sign in with an email address or user name before you can make an online deposit.
Every piece of mail going to Carter County Jail needs your first and last name plus a complete return address on the envelope. Missing or incomplete return addresses can stop your letter before it ever reaches your loved one.
If you need to reach someone held at Carter County Jail, start with the facility's main phone number and address. From there, you can confirm the current rules for calls, mail, and visits before sending anything or making the trip.
Carter County Jail uses NCIC Inmate Communication Systems for video visits and phone services. You'll use the NCIC website to schedule video visits, make calls to an inmate, and add money to their phone account.
