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Understanding ADOC’s $900 Daily Deposit Limit (and the $3,000 SSN Rule)

Sending money to someone in Alabama DOC custody? Two rules catch people off guard: a $900 daily deposit cap and a federal reporting requirement that kicks in at $3,000.

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Understanding ADOC’s $900 Daily Deposit Limit (and the $3,000 SSN Rule)

Alabama DOC's Money Order Deposit Form sets a daily limit of $900 for deposits through Access Corrections. Go over that amount in a single day, and your deposit won't process. Double-check your total before submitting - getting this wrong means delays for your loved one.

A separate rule involves federal reporting. ADOC's deposit form states that federal law requires your Social Security number for deposits - or combined deposits - of $3,000 or more. That phrase "combined deposits" is key: it's not just about one payment. If your deposits add up to $3,000 or more, expect to provide your SSN.

Not sure how the limits apply to a larger deposit? Call Access Corrections before you submit. ADOC directs families to Access Corrections for online deposits and phone support at (866) 345-1884. You can also use accesscorrections.com.

Understanding ADOC’s $900 Daily Deposit Limit (and the $3,000 SSN Rule)

Quick Checks

  • ✓ Confirm the amount you’re sending fits the stated daily limit of $900.
  • ✓ Make sure your deposit is issued in U.S. funds and comes from a U.S. financial institution (money order or check).
  • ✓ If your deposit (or combined deposits) will reach $3,000 or more, be ready to provide the sender’s Social Security number.
  • ✓ Choose a method that matches your situation: online through Access Corrections, by phone at (866) 345-1884, cash through CashPayToday locations, or mailing a money order with a deposit coupon.

Reminder: The daily deposit cap listed on ADOC’s form is $900, and deposits (or combined deposits) of $3,000 or more require the sender’s Social Security number under federal law.

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