Send Money and Commissary at Cedar Creek Correctional, WA.

Review available deposit, commissary, money order, and online payment information for sending money to an inmate at Cedar Creek Correctional, WA.

Overview

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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Quick Facts

Cashier’s checks and money orders mailed for a DOC inmate must include the incarcerated person’s full name and six‑digit DOC number on the payee line.
Funds deposited into an incarcerated person’s trust account are subject to mandatory deductions required by RCW 72.09.480 unless exempt.
Third‑party vendor fees apply and vary by provider; some published examples list Western Union fees for larger transfers.
Common deposit options include online/app portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks or retail cash services, and mailed cashier’s checks or money orders.

Send Money and Commissary Guides

Sending Commissary

How to Send Money to Cedar Creek Corrections (WA)

Sending a cashier's check or money order to Cedar Creek Corrections? How you fill it out matters. Write the sub-account you want to deposit into on the check or money order, and make sure the payee line includes the incarcerated person's full name and six-digit DOC number. Plan for deductions, too. Funds deposited into a trust account are subject to mandatory deductions under RCW 72.09.480 unless you specifically designate them as exempt (for example, postage, education, or qualified medical expenses).

Sending Money to Someone at Cedar Creek: Comparing Your Three Options

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.

Common Questions

How can I send money to someone at Cedar Creek Corrections?

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.

What information must I put on a mailed cashier’s check or money order?

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.

Will money I send be reduced by state deductions?

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.

Other Guides for Cedar Creek Correctional, WA

Do You Need Permission to Receive Phone Calls from Cedar Creek?

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.

How Long Will My Cedar Creek Visitor Application Really Take?

Planning your first visit to Cedar Creek? The waiting is often the hardest part—especially when you see different timelines floating around. Here's what Washington DOC actually says about processing times, what can slow things down, and how to plan while you wait.

Phone & Messaging

How to Contact an Inmate at Cedar Creek Corrections (WA)

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.

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