Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to Facility
Sending money or paying a balance connected to this facility comes with specific, fixed fees. Here are the amounts that are clearly documented, plus what you should confirm before paying.
Send Money and Commissary at San Bernardino - WVDC.
Review available deposit, commissary, money order, and online payment information for sending money to an inmate at San Bernardino - WVDC.
Overview
San Bernardino County documentation shows the Sheriff's office accepts major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) plus cashier's checks and money orders for facility-related payments. If you're adding funds to an incarcerated person's trust account, common deposit options include online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders. What's available and how fast funds post can vary by vendor and county. County schedules also list specific Civil Enforcement Unit fees (for example, an eviction posting is $180) and itemized keeper/after-hours fees (for example, an 8-hour keeper fee is $300). If an Indigent Payment Plan is approved, a non-refundable $5.00 payment plan fee is assessed. Late-fee waivers apply while the plan stays in good standing.
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Quick Facts
- San Bernardino County accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover credit cards, as well as cashier's checks and money orders for payments.
- An approved Indigent Payment Plan is charged a non‑refundable $5.00 Payment Plan fee.
- The Civil Enforcement Unit lists an eviction posting example fee of $180.00 in county fee schedules.
- Keeper/after‑hours fees are itemized in county schedules; an example 8‑hour keeper fee is $300.00.
Send Money and Commissary Guides
Putting Money on an Inmate's Account at WVDC: The 24/7 Lobby Kiosk
Want to add money to someone's account in person? Head to the deposit kiosk in the West Valley Detention Center lobby. WVDC is located at 9500 Etiwanda Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 — once you're inside, look for the kiosk in the lobby area.
Common Questions
What payment methods does San Bernardino (WVDC) accept for inmate accounts?
San Bernardino County accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover credit cards for payments. Cashier’s checks and money orders are also accepted.
How can I add money to an inmate's account at WVDC?
Common ways to add money include online or mobile deposits, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders, depending on the vendor and what WVDC offers. Have the person's full name and booking or facility ID ready. Check posting times so funds are available when needed.
Are there fees for payment plans or civil enforcement at San Bernardino?
Yes. An approved Indigent Payment Plan carries a non-refundable $5.00 fee. County fee schedules also list civil enforcement charges (example: $180 eviction posting) and keeper/after-hours fees (example: $300 for an 8-hour keeper fee).
Other Guides for San Bernardino - WVDC
Phone & Messaging
How to Contact an Inmate at Facility
If you need to connect with someone at San Bernardino - WVDC, setting up a visit is the fastest way to start. Here are your options and the exact windows to use them.
How to Schedule a Visit at West Valley Detention Center (online vs phone)
To schedule a visit at West Valley Detention Center, start by finding the person you want to visit in the Sheriff's Inmate Locator. From there, you can book online during the weekly scheduling window or call in during phone hours.
Visitation
How to Visit Facility
Visiting starts with scheduling. You can set up a visit online during the weekly scheduling window, or call the facility during their phone hours.