Putting Money on an Inmate's Account at Harrison County Jail: Lobby Kiosk vs. InmateCanteen.com

Head to the detention center office and use the kiosk in the lobby to deposit money directly to an inmate's account. The lobby is open 24 hours a day, so you can stop by whenever it works for you.

Can't make it to the lobby? You can also deposit money online through InmateCanteen.com. This is often the easier route if you're out of town or handling things outside normal business hours.

Credit card deposits are capped at $150 per transaction. If you need to add more than that, you'll need to split it into multiple deposits.

There's also a 30-day cap: credit card deposits are limited to $500 per 30-day period, and that total includes service fees. If you're helping with ongoing needs, smaller deposits spaced out over time will keep you under the limit.

Thinking about dropping off personal items? That's not allowed. For security reasons, nothing can be brought in and left for inmates. Everything has to be purchased through the commissary, which is why keeping funds on the account matters.

Commissary funds cover more than snacks and hygiene items. Inmates can also use them for email and video visitation, so keeping some money on the account helps support communication too.

Practical Tips

• ✓ Double-check the inmate’s name and any ID or booking information you’re asked for before you submit a deposit at the lobby kiosk.
• ✓ Keep your receipt or confirmation details until the funds show up, especially if you’re depositing close to a limit.