How to Send Money to Someone at Chatham County Jail (Online, Kiosk, Money Order)
Putting money on someone's account at Chatham County Jail? You've got three options: online through JailATM, in-person at a deposit kiosk, or by mailing a money order or certified check. Here's how each method works—and what to watch for so your deposit actually goes through.
Three ways to add money: online through JailATM, at the facility's deposit kiosks, or by mailing a money order or certified check to the Sheriff's Office Finance and Accounting Services. That money covers commissary purchases and other needs inside the jail. Double-check the inmate's name and ID before sending - small mistakes can delay the deposit or bounce it back entirely.
Online is the fastest route. Head to JailATM.com to send funds directly to an inmate's account - no trip to the facility, no envelope to mail.
Heads up: The Chatham County Sheriff's Office doesn't run JailATM.com. If you hit a website error or payment issue, you'll need to contact the vendor directly - not the jail.
JailATM questions? Contact Tech Friends, Inc. at 870-627-5476. They're available Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm Eastern Time.
Prefer to deposit in person? The facility's kiosks are open to the public 24/7 - helpful if you need to make a deposit late at night or on a weekend.
Once the money hits the account, it covers day-to-day needs inside. Inmates use kiosks and tablets to order commissary, view mail, visit with family and friends, submit requests and grievances, check announcements, access the inmate handbook, do legal research, read, and play games.
Sending a deposit by mail? Use a money order or certified check. Include the inmate's ID number and full name on the envelope so it posts to the right account. Here's the exact format: Chatham County Sheriff's Office Finance and Accounting Services Inmate ID # – Inmate Full Name 1050 Carl Griffin Drive Savannah, GA 31405
Expect a $2.50 transaction fee for JailATM, kiosk, or ATM deposits. That adds up fast on smaller amounts.
There's a daily cap: $300 per visitor, per inmate. If you need to send more, you'll have to split it across multiple days or request an exception.
- ✓ Bonds (supporting documents required)
- ✓ Fines (supporting documents required)
- ✓ Child support payments (supporting documents required)
- ✓ Work release program (supporting documents required)
Common Problems Contacts
- ✓ Your money order/certified check gets delayed or returned - use the Finance and Accounting Services address (1050 Carl Griffin Drive, Savannah, GA 31405) and include the inmate’s ID number and full name on the envelope.
- ✓ You’re stuck on a JailATM website problem or dispute - the Sheriff’s Office is not responsible for the JailATM.com website, so these issues typically need to go through the vendor.
Questions about facility services or video visitation? Call 912-644-5120 or 912-644-5121. The video visitation support line is 1-855-534-2870. For JailATM deposit issues, reach Tech Friends, Inc. at 870-627-5476 (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm Eastern Time).
Pre Send Checklist
- ✓ Confirm you have the inmate’s full name and inmate ID number (needed for mailed deposits to Finance and Accounting Services).
- ✓ Decide whether you’re depositing online (JailATM), at a kiosk, or by mailing a money order/certified check.
- ✓ Budget for the $2.50 per-transaction fee on JailATM/kiosk/ATM deposits.
- ✓ Stay under the $300 maximum daily deposit per visitor per inmate unless you have supporting documents for an exception.
- ✓ If you’re sending more than the limit for bonds, fines, child support, or work release, include the required supporting documents.
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