How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Coyote Ridge Corrections Center accepts three Washington DOC-approved ways to deposit money into a trust account: Securus Debit, Western Union, or mailed cashier's checks or money orders. Don't mail cash, personal checks, or stamps—they'll be rejected and returned at the incarcerated person's expense. Deposits are subject to mandatory deductions under RCW 72.09.480, though some categories may be exempt if specifically identified (postage, education, or qualified medical expenses, for example). Western Union transfers come with tiered fees; sending $0.01–$30.00 incurs a $5.95 fee. For step-by-step instructions and accepted formats, follow standard Washington DOC deposit guidance.
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Getting money onto someone's trust account at Coyote Ridge is straightforward once you pick the right method. Washington DOC only allows a few approved options, and fees plus mandatory deductions affect how much actually reaches your loved one.
Want to add money to someone's account at Coyote Ridge Corrections Center? Washington DOC accepts three methods: Securus Debit, Western Union, or a cashier's check/money order. Paper deposits tend to be cheapest, but electronic transfers are faster and more reliable.
You can send money to Coyote Ridge using Securus Debit, Western Union, or by mailing a cashier’s check or money order for deposit to the person’s trust account.
Yes. Funds deposited into an incarcerated individual’s trust account are subject to mandatory deductions under RCW 72.09.480. Some categories may be exempt if specifically identified, such as postage, education, or qualified medical expenses.
No. Mail deposits must be cashier’s checks or money orders; cash, personal checks, and stamps will be rejected and returned at the incarcerated person’s expense.
Bringing a child to visit at Coyote Ridge is doable — but the paperwork and escort rules need to be handled ahead of time. This guide walks you through the applications, consent forms, and what to expect at check-in.
Visiting someone at Coyote Ridge Corrections Center (CRCC) starts with an electronic visit application. Washington DOC policy aims to process these within 30 business days, but their current public guidance is more realistic: expect about 50 business days. Don't book travel until you have your approval in hand.
Visiting someone at Coyote Ridge Corrections Center (CRCC) starts with getting approved through Washington DOC's visitor approval process. No visits—in person or by video—until you're on the incarcerated person's Approved Visitor List.
