How to Send Money to Houston County Detention (GA)
Sending money to someone at Houston County Detention Center depends on the facility's approved deposit system. The clearest published instructions available cover PayTel visitor accounts (used for video visitation), so you'll want to confirm which service handles commissary or trust deposits before you pay anything.
Houston County Detention Center uses PayTel for its video visitation system. If you plan to use video visits, you'll create your visitor account online through PayTel. Why does that matter here? Some jails use the same vendor account for multiple services. What's actually confirmed for Houston County is the PayTel video visitation account setup, not the specific method for depositing money. If your goal is to add funds for commissary or other inmate expenses, treat PayTel as a starting point to verify. Don't assume it's the money deposit vendor.
ID required for account approval: When you submit a PayTel visitor account for approval, you'll need to provide photo identification (like a driver's license). Make sure the image is clear and readable so Detention Center staff can review it without issues.
Steps to Follow
- ✓ Create your visitor account through PayTel’s website.
- ✓ Enter your information carefully so it matches your identification.
- ✓ Upload a readable photo ID (such as a driver’s license) when you submit the account for approval.
Warning: Submitting false identification or trying to set up an account for someone who's been denied access can get you permanently removed as a visitor.
Before you send any money, confirm the facility's current deposit options. Published information clearly directs visitors to PayTel for video visitation accounts and requires photo ID for account approval. But that doesn't necessarily mean PayTel handles money deposits too. Call the facility and ask whether the money deposit process uses PayTel or a different provider, and whether you need a pre-approved visitor account first. Also confirm what ID formats they accept for uploads so your identification passes review.
- Review what you’re submitting - use your real, current identification and make sure the image is clear so it can be reviewed.
- Use your own credentials only - do not submit false information and do not try to create an account on behalf of someone who has been denied access.
- Confirm the correct process before paying - if you are trying to add funds (not just set up video visitation), contact the Detention Center and ask what deposit method is currently approved.
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