How to Send Money to Erie County Holding Center (NY)

The mailing address for fund deposits is 10 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, New York 14202, per the Erie County Sheriff's Office. Double-check that you're using the address the Sheriff's Office specifically provides for deposits so your mail routes correctly.

Always include the money order deposit slip. Detach it and mail it alongside your money order so staff can process the funds. Without it, your deposit can be delayed.

1. Get a money order in U.S. funds - The facility requires money orders issued in U.S. funds.
2. Do not include cash - Cash should not be mailed with deposits.

1. Detach the deposit slip - The deposit slip needs to go in the mail with the money order.
2. Fill it out carefully - Verify the inmate’s name and ID are entered correctly on the money order deposit slip.

1. Write clearly in black or blue ink (or type it) - Clear writing helps avoid processing delays.
2. Keep the money order loose - Do not staple, paper clip, or tape the money order to the deposit slip.

1. Put the money order and detached deposit slip together - The deposit slip must be included for processing.
2. Mail it to the Sheriff’s Office deposit address - Use: 10 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, New York 14202.

What to Verify

• ✓ Confirm the Sheriff’s Office deposit mailing address is still 10 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, New York 14202
• ✓ Confirm the money order deposit slip is required and should be detached and mailed with the money order

• ✓ Confirm the money order must be issued in U.S. funds
• ✓ Confirm cash is not accepted for mailed deposits

• ✓ Confirm how the deposit slip should be completed (type it or use black or blue ink, and write clearly)
• ✓ Double-check the inmate’s name and ID are correct on the deposit slip
• ✓ Confirm you should not staple, paper clip, or tape the money order to the deposit slip