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Send Money at Fairfax County Adult Det Center, VA

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Fairfax County Adult Detention Center accepts money deposits a few ways. Use the on-site lobby kiosk to add funds by cash or credit, or drop a money order or cashier's check in the facility money safe—make it out to the inmate and include their full name and inmate number. Online credit card deposits work through www.smartinmate.com; the vendor charges a fee, and funds typically reach the inmate within 72 hours. The facility charges $2 daily to help offset housing costs. After release, the Sheriff's Office mails a check for any remaining balance seven days later (and bills any owed fees on the same timeline). Finance account details are only released to the inmate unless they complete a release-of-funds form.

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Quick Facts

  • The Fairfax ADC lobby kiosk accepts cash and credit cards; the on-site money safe accepts money orders and cashier’s checks made out to the inmate with name and number.
  • You can make online credit card deposits via www.smartinmate.com; the vendor charges a fee and funds are typically available within 72 hours of deposit.
  • Inmates are charged $2 per day of incarceration to offset housing costs.
  • The Sheriff’s Office mails a check for any remaining inmate account balance seven days after release; billing for owed fees also occurs seven days after release.
  • Information about an inmate’s finance account is only released to the inmate; an inmate can complete a release-of-funds form to authorize distribution to others.

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How to Put Money on an Inmate's Account at Fairfax ADC (Kiosk, Money Safe, and Online)

Putting money on an inmate’s account at the Fairfax Adult Detention Center (ADC) comes down to three options: the lobby kiosk, the lobby money safe, or an online credit card payment. The kiosk in the ADC lobby takes cash and credit cards, which can be the fastest option if you’re already at the building. The money safe is for money orders and cashier’s checks made out to the inmate’s full name. If you’d rather pay from home, you can make an online credit card payment through smartinmate.com — just plan for a vendor fee on top of the amount you deposit.

Common Questions

How can I add money to an inmate's account at Fairfax County ADC?

You can deposit money at the lobby kiosk using cash or credit, or place a money order or cashier’s check (made out to the inmate with the inmate’s full name and inmate number) in the facility money safe. You can also deposit online by credit card at www.smartinmate.com; fees apply and funds typically post within 72 hours.

Can I mail a personal check or cash to an inmate at Fairfax ADC?

No. The facility money safe accepts money orders and cashier's checks only—no personal checks or cash. Make sure you include the inmate's full name and inmate number.

When will an inmate receive a refund or remaining balance after release?

The Sheriff’s Office mails a check for any remaining account balance seven days after release. If the inmate leaves owing fees, billing is also sent seven days after release.

Can someone other than the inmate get information about the inmate's finance account at Fairfax ADC?

No—finance account information is only released to the inmate. If the inmate wants someone else to receive funds, they can authorize it by completing the facility’s release-of-funds form.

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