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Send Money at Coweta County Jail, GA

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Adding money to an inmate account at Coweta County Jail? You have three options: mail a money order payable to Coweta County Detention Center (include the inmate's name and ID), use the bonding-area ATM with cash or card, or deposit online through jailatm.com. Fees and limits apply: $2.50 per deposit for money orders and cash, 10% for credit/debit deposits, and a $100 maximum per transaction. Timing matters for commissary—money must arrive by Sunday at 11:00 pm to be available that week. Later deposits post the following week. Bond payments have stricter rules. Each bond instrument requires a $20 non-refundable fee paid in exact cash. During business hours, cash bonds must be paid by MoneyGram or cashier/bank checks from local Coweta banks. After hours, only MoneyGram money orders are accepted. Property bonds must meet Coweta County requirements, and out-of-county property bonds must be prepared and delivered by the other county's sheriff in a sealed package.

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Quick Facts

  • A $20 non‑refundable bond fee is charged per bond instrument and must be paid in cash with exact change.
  • During business hours cash bonds require MoneyGram or local Coweta bank cashier/bank checks; after-hours only MoneyGram money orders are accepted.
  • No more than $100 will be accepted at any one time for inmate deposits.
  • Transaction fees include $2.50 per deposit for money orders and cash and a 10% transaction fee for credit and debit card deposits.

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How to Post Bond at Coweta County Jail: Accepted Payment Methods and Fees

- Bring a MoneyGram money order if you can — it’s accepted for cash bonds, and it’s the only option the jail takes after normal business hours. - If you’re paying during normal business hours (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM), you can also use a cashier/bank check drawn on a local Coweta County bank. - If you plan to pay by credit or debit card, expect an extra fee equal to 8% of the total bond amount (including surcharges). - Plan for the required $20 non-refundable bond fee per bond instrument — it must be paid in cash with exact change.

Common Questions

Is there a fee to post a bond at Coweta County Jail and how must it be paid?

Yes. Each bond instrument has a $20 non-refundable fee, and you must pay it in cash with exact change. During business hours, cash bonds require MoneyGram or cashier/bank checks from local Coweta banks; after hours, only MoneyGram money orders are accepted for cash bonds.

How can I add money to an inmate's account at Coweta County Jail?

You can mail a money order payable to Coweta County Detention Center with the inmate’s name and ID. You can also deposit using the bonding-area ATM (cash or card) or online through jailatm.com.

Are there limits or fees for commissary deposits at Coweta County Jail?

Yes. No more than $100 is accepted at any one time, and fees include $2.50 per deposit for money orders and cash or a 10% fee for credit/debit deposits. To be available for that week’s commissary, deposits must be received by Sunday at 11:00 pm.

Can property from outside Coweta County be used to post a property bond?

Property must meet Coweta County requirements, including being in Coweta County and meeting the listed ownership and tax conditions. For out-of-county property bonds, the other county’s sheriff must prepare the paperwork and deliver it to Coweta in a sealed package on that county’s letterhead.

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