How to Send Money to Someone at Columbia County Detention Facility (What to Know Before You Deposit)

Most jails use an outside company to handle online deposits. Rather than paying the facility directly, you enter the person's information into a payment portal and fund their account with a credit or debit card. CommissaryDeposit is one example. These portals typically ask you to pick the state, then the facility, then identify the incarcerated person by inmate ID or name. If any of that information is wrong, your deposit can get delayed or applied to the wrong person. Have the details in front of you before you start.

Info Needed

• ✓ State where the person is housed
• ✓ Facility name (select the correct detention center from the list)
• ✓ Inmate ID number (preferred when available) or the person’s full name

If you're planning to send a larger amount, check first whether any outstanding obligations could be collected from deposits. A quick call to the facility can save you from surprises, especially if your goal is making sure funds are available for essentials.

Before you enter card information anywhere, confirm which deposit vendor Columbia County Detention Facility is currently using. Online deposit providers can change, and you want to be sure you're on the correct portal for the correct facility. Not sure? Call the detention facility and ask what online deposit service they accept right now, and what information they need to locate the correct inmate account.

1. Save your confirmation: Take a screenshot or keep the emailed receipt after you submit the deposit.
2. Write down the transaction details: Note the transaction ID and the date and time you paid, so you can reference it if there’s a problem.
3. Confirm it posted: Check that the deposit shows up on the inmate’s account, or call the facility to confirm they can see it on their end.

For the most accurate answer on accepted deposit methods and any account restrictions, contact the Columbia County Detention Facility at (386) 755-7000. If you need to mail paperwork or written correspondence to the sheriff's office, the published mailing address is 4917 US Hwy. 90 East, Lake City, Florida 32055-6288.