How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Sending money to someone at Chuckawalla Valley State Prison (CVSP) typically involves a few standard options: online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal Service money orders (methods can vary by facility). Funds in an incarcerated person's trust account cover commissary, phone time, hygiene items, and other approved purchases. Some deposits may be reduced by court-ordered restitution or other authorized deductions. Before sending anything, confirm the person's full name, booking or facility ID, and that you're selecting the correct facility so funds post to the right account. Fees and timing depend on the vendor and deposit type. Electronic transfers can take longer to become available than you might expect. Never mail cash, and follow vendor instructions to avoid delays or returned funds.
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Deposit methods vary by facility, but common options include online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal Service money orders. Confirm the incarcerated person's full name, booking or facility ID, and which deposit methods CVSP accepts before sending money.
You'll typically need the incarcerated person's full name and booking or facility ID. Verify you're selecting the correct facility before depositing, and follow the vendor's instructions so funds post to the right account.
The facility's visitor information indicates you need to create a Securus account before your loved one's facility transitions, with a
Trying to reach someone at Chuckawalla Valley State Prison (CVSP)? Start by confirming which communications provider the facility is currently using. CDCR is in the middle of a vendor transition, and that affects how you set up accounts for calls and e-messages.
When a facility switches services, a few setup details can mean the difference between money landing where it should and getting stuck in the wrong system.
CDCR is moving incarcerated communication services from ViaPath to Securus. If your loved one is in a CDCR facility, this affects how you pay for and receive phone calls and electronic messages. The impact depends on when your specific facility switches over.
