Send Money at Hutchison State Jail

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Hutchison State Jail holds inmate funds in an Inmate Trust Fund for use during confinement—inmates don't have physical control of that money. Since September 1, 2020, only people on the inmate's Approved Visitor list or Inmate Telephone List can deposit funds. Don't mail cash or personal checks; they won't be accepted and will be returned. If sending funds by mail, use a money order or cashier's check and include the deposit slip provided by the inmate so the payment posts correctly. For other deposit methods, fees, posting times, and vendor options, follow the facility's instructions and keep the approved-sender requirement in mind.

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Quick Facts

  • The Inmate Trust Fund holds inmate funds for use during confinement; inmates do not have physical control of the money.
  • Effective September 1, 2020 only senders on the inmate's Approved Visitor list or Inmate Telephone List may deposit money.
  • Cash and personal checks sent as deposits are not accepted and will be returned to the sender.
  • Money orders or cashier's checks must include a deposit slip that the inmate provides to ensure the payment is posted correctly.

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How to Send Money to Someone at Hutchison State Jail

Money you send to someone at Hutchison State Jail goes into the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Inmate Trust Fund. Think of it as a secure account—your loved one can spend the money, but they don't physically hold cash inside the facility.

Common Questions

Who is allowed to deposit money to an inmate at Hutchison State Jail?

Only people listed on the inmate’s Approved Visitor list or the inmate’s Inmate Telephone List may deposit money to that inmate at Hutchison State Jail (effective Sept. 1, 2020).

Can I send cash or a personal check to Hutchison State Jail for an inmate?

No. Cash and personal checks aren’t accepted as deposits and will be returned to the sender, so don’t mail cash or a personal check to the facility.

Do money orders need anything special when mailing to Hutchison State Jail?

Yes. Money orders or cashier’s checks must include a deposit slip provided by the inmate to make sure the payment is posted to the correct account.

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