Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to Facility
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.
Send Money and Commissary at Chuckawalla Valley SP (CVSP).
Review available deposit, commissary, money order, and online payment information for sending money to an inmate at Chuckawalla Valley SP (CVSP).
Overview
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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Quick Facts
- Do not mail cash; most facilities refuse cash sent through the mail and it will be returned.
- Have the incarcerated person’s full name and booking or facility ID ready before making a deposit.
- Electronic transfer posting times vary and affect when funds become available in the inmate’s account.
- Money placed in a trust account can be used for commissary, phone time, hygiene items, and may be reduced by court-ordered restitution.
Send Money and Commissary Guides
Common Questions
How can I send money to someone at Chuckawalla Valley State Prison (CVSP)?
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.
What information do I need to send money to an incarcerated person?
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.
Do I need to create a Securus account before using inmate services?
The facility's visitor information indicates you need to create a Securus account before your loved one's facility transitions, with a
Other Guides for Chuckawalla Valley SP (CVSP)
Phone & Messaging
How to Contact an Inmate at Facility
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.
How to switch from ViaPath to Securus for CDCR calls and messages
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.
Visitation
How to Visit Facility
Visiting starts with getting set up in the right system. Your first step is creating an account on the GTL VisitMe portal, where you'll schedule and manage visits.
