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How to Send Money to Facility

Want to put money on someone's account or send support another way? Start with the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) instructions. They list your options and help you avoid methods the facility won't accept.

• 2 min read Based on general GA policies
How to Send Money to Facility

GDC points friends and family to its "How Do I Send Money to an Offender" page for available options. Start there. It lists the current methods GDC accepts, and procedures can change over time.

Union Supply limits: Orders include a $2.95 shipping and handling charge, which is non-refundable. For state prisons (including Dooly State Prison), GDC caps packages at $100 or 15 lbs per offender, whichever comes first.

Steps to Follow

  • ✓ Review GDC’s “How Do I Send Money to an Offender” page to choose an approved method.
  • ✓ If you’re placing a Union Supply order, plan for the $2.95 shipping and handling charge (non-refundable).
  • ✓ If the order is for a state prison (including Dooly State Prison), keep the Union Supply package within the $100 per-offender limit or 15 lbs per package, whichever limit is reached first.
How to Send Money to Facility

Before sending anything, check the current instructions on GDC's "How Do I Send Money to an Offender" page. GDC directs families there, and it's the easiest way to confirm you're following the latest process.

  1. Confirm the approved options: Check the GDC “How Do I Send Money to an Offender” page to make sure you’re using a method that’s currently accepted.
  2. Re-check Union Supply fees before you submit: Verify that the $2.95 shipping and handling charge still applies, and remember it is non-refundable.
  3. Verify the Union Supply limit for state prisons: Make sure your Union Supply order stays within the $100 per-offender cap or 15 lbs per package (whichever comes first) for state prisons, including Dooly State Prison.

Heads up: Fees and package limits can change. Verify the current details before placing an order to avoid surprise charges or rejected shipments.

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