How to Pay DUI Court Fees in Cherokee County (no cash accepted)
DUI Court payments are due on the last business day of each month.
Send Money at Cherokee Adult Detention Center, GA
How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Overview
Money sent to an inmate at Cherokee County Detention Center goes into their inmate funds account. The facility accepts money orders, cashier's checks, and government checks—but not personal checks or cash. Mail is the approved way to send these payments. Follow the facility's mailing instructions and include the inmate's name or ID to avoid delays. Don't send cash or personal checks to the mail processing center. Legal/privileged mail and payments may have different routing instructions, so confirm whether money should go directly to Inmate Records. Once deposited, funds may be applied to outstanding debts before the inmate can use them for commissary or other purchases.
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Quick Facts
- Money orders, cashier’s checks and government checks sent for inmates are accepted and credited to the inmate funds account.
- Personal checks and cash are not accepted for inmate funds at this facility.
- Do not send cash or personal checks to the mail processing center; certain payments and legal mail must be mailed directly to the facility’s designated records or legal-mail address.
- When mailing funds, include the inmate’s name or ID and follow the facility’s voucher or mailing requirements to avoid delays.
Send Money Guides
Sending Money and Legal Mail to Cherokee County Detention Center — addresses and what to avoid
Sending money or legal mail to someone at Cherokee County Detention Center? The address you use makes all the difference. Here are the exact mailing addresses and the most common mistakes that cause delays or rejections.
Where to Send Money vs. Where to Send Letters for Inmates at Cherokee County Jail
Cherokee County Jail routes mail to different addresses depending on what you're sending. Personal letters go to an Atlanta processing center, while money and legal mail go directly to the facility in Canton.
Common Questions
What forms of payment can I send to an inmate at Cherokee County Detention Center?
You can send a money order, cashier’s check, or government check, and it will be credited to the inmate’s funds account. Personal checks and cash are not accepted.
Can I send cash or a personal check to an inmate?
No. Cherokee County Detention Center does not accept cash or personal checks for inmate funds. Do not send cash or personal checks to the mail processing center—use an approved payment type instead.
How should I mail money for an inmate and what should I include?
Mail an approved payment type (money order, cashier’s check, or government check) using the facility’s mailing instructions, and include the inmate’s name or ID so it can be credited correctly. Follow any required voucher or mailed-payment instructions to help prevent processing delays.
Other Guides for Cherokee Adult Detention Center, GA
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Your first visit goes much smoother when you show up with the right ID and nothing extra. Here's a quick guide to on-site visitation rules at the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center.
Before Your First On‑Site Visit to Cherokee County Jail: What to Bring and What to Leave Behind
First-time visits go much smoother when you know the rules upfront. This quick guide covers what to bring, what to leave behind, and how to avoid the most common reasons people get turned away at Cherokee County Jail's on-site video visitation center.
Before Your First Video Visit at Cherokee County: rules checklist to avoid being blocked
Video visits are convenient, but Cherokee County enforces strict rules. Follow this checklist to keep your visit from getting cut short—or your account blocked.
