Send Money at Iowa State Penitentiary

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Commissary funds for Iowa State Penitentiary go through Iowa DOC's centralized banking system at Fort Dodge Correctional Facility—not the penitentiary itself. To mail funds, send cashier's checks or money orders only to: IDOC Offender Fiduciary Account, 1550 L Street, Suite B, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Include the inmate's name and ID so the deposit doesn't get delayed or returned. Prefer online or phone deposits? You've got options. Access Corrections takes deposits at www.accesscorrections.com (fees start at $3.49) or by phone at 1-866-345-1884. JPay accepts Visa/MasterCard at www.JPay.com, with fees typically $3.95–$10.95; call 1-800-574-5729 for phone deposits. Western Union Send2Corrections is another route—use the inmate's commissary number and facility name, or call 1-800-634-3422 (option 2).

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Quick Facts

  • All incoming commissary and spending funds for Iowa State Penitentiary are processed centrally at Fort Dodge Correctional Facility.
  • Mailed cashier's checks or money orders must be sent to the IDOC Offender Fiduciary Account at 1550 L Street, Suite B, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
  • Access Corrections accepts online deposits at www.accesscorrections.com with deposit rates starting at $3.49 and offers a toll-free phone deposit option at 1-866-345-1884.
  • JPay accepts online payments at www.JPay.com (Visa/MasterCard) with fees ranging from $3.95 to $10.95 and provides phone deposits at 1-800-574-5729.

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Common Questions

Where do I mail a money order for an inmate at Iowa State Penitentiary?

Mail cashier’s checks or money orders to the IDOC Offender Fiduciary Account, 1550 L Street, Suite B, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Include the inmate’s full name and inmate/commissary ID to avoid delays or returned deposits.

Can I deposit money online or by phone for someone at Iowa State Penitentiary, and what are the options?

Yes. You can deposit money online or by phone through Access Corrections, JPay, or Western Union Send2Corrections. Access Corrections takes online deposits at www.accesscorrections.com (fees start at $3.49) and phone deposits at 1-866-345-1884; JPay accepts Visa/MasterCard at www.JPay.com and phone deposits at 1-800-574-5729. Western Union Send2Corrections requires the inmate’s commissary number and the facility name; phone deposits are available at 1-800-634-3422 (option 2).

Who handles restitution, court filing fees, and child support for Iowa State Penitentiary inmates?

Restitution, court filing fees, and child support matters are handled by Iowa State Penitentiary for its inmates. For questions, contact the penitentiary by mail at PO Box 316, Fort Madison, IA 52627-0316.

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