How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Sending money to someone at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution runs through Oregon DOC's contracted services: JPay, ICS Corrections (which uses Access Corrections for trust deposits), and Telmate. Before you pay, make sure you're funding the right account. Adults in custody typically have separate balances for communication (phone/messaging) and commissary/trust purchases, and accepted payment channels vary by facility. Most people add funds through approved third-party vendor websites or phone systems. Some facilities also offer lobby kiosks. If mail deposits are allowed, they usually require a money order or cashier's check—not cash. Need deposit details or AIC Trust Account information? Request records from Central Trust under OAR 291-158.
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Sending money to someone at Deer Ridge is straightforward once you know which account to use. Oregon DOC splits funds into two buckets: a phone account (for calls and messages) and a commissary/trust account (for purchases inside).
Oregon DOC lists JPay, ICS Corrections (which uses Access Corrections for trust deposits), and Telmate as contracted vendors for sending money.
You can request deposit details or general AIC Trust Account information from Central Trust pursuant to OAR 291-158.
Common options include approved third-party vendor web/phone portals and lobby kiosks. Where mail deposits are allowed, they usually require money orders or cashier’s checks rather than cash.
Your first visit to Deer Ridge goes smoother when you pack light and follow the screening rules. Use this checklist to make sure you have what you need—and don't get turned away at the door.
Planning an in-person visit at Deer Ridge? The booking process has changed. Starting December 1, 2025, Oregon DOC uses IC Solutions for scheduling—but you'll still need to be on the institution's approved visitors list before you can visit.
Want to visit someone at Deer Ridge? The CD‑50 visiting application is your first step. Fill it out completely, submit it correctly, and you'll skip the most common delays.
