How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
There are a few ways to add money for someone at Cedar Creek Corrections: online portals or mobile apps, phone deposits, lobby kiosks or approved retail cash services, and mailed cashier's checks or money orders. Each option may have different accepted payment types and vendor fees, so check the provider's current rules before sending anything. If you mail a cashier's check or money order, list the incarcerated person's full name and six-digit DOC number clearly. You can also add an intended sub-account (for example "commissary") if you want to direct how the funds are used. Money placed into a trust or commissary account may be reduced by mandatory deductions required under RCW 72.09.480 unless a specific exemption applies. Do not mail cash or personal checks.
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If you're sending money to someone at Cedar Creek Corrections, the Washington DOC accepts three options. Which one works best depends on whether you prefer an electronic transfer with set fees, or a cashier's check or money order that you format yourself to target a specific sub-account.
You can use an online portal or mobile app, deposit by phone, use a lobby kiosk or approved retail cash service, or mail a cashier's check or money order following the vendor and facility instructions. Each method accepts different payment types: credit or debit online, cash at retail locations, and cashier's checks or money orders by mail.
Write the incarcerated person's full name and six-digit DOC number on the payee line. If you'd like, note the intended sub-account (for example "commissary") so the deposit goes where you want it.
Yes. Money deposited into an incarcerated person’s trust account may be subject to mandatory deductions under RCW 72.09.480 unless an exemption applies.
No—you don't need to fill out an application or go through any verification process to receive phone calls from someone at Cedar Creek Corrections.
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Good news: you don't need to fill out an application or go through any verification process to receive phone calls from Cedar Creek Corrections. If your loved one is allowed to place calls, they can call you directly. No approval on your end is required.
