How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
The official starting point for Jefferson County C.I. is the Georgia Department of Corrections "How Do I Send Money to an Offender" page. The facility directs visitors there for current options and instructions. Across GDC facilities, typical methods include online transfers through approved vendors, lobby kiosks or ATMs, and mailed money orders using a printable voucher. Some vendor platforms like Securus let friends and family set up prepaid or direct-bill accounts online or by phone, with their own published fees and deposit limits. Funds usually post to the inmate's account, though the facility may apply deposits to outstanding debts first. Follow the GDC and vendor steps exactly, and have the inmate's state, facility, and name or ID ready. You may also need to be on an approved sender list.
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Use the Georgia Department of Corrections “How Do I Send Money to an Offender” page. Jefferson County C.I. directs visitors there for official options and requirements.
Yes. Some third-party vendors like Securus allow prepaid or direct-bill setup online or by phone at 1-800-844-6591. You'll typically need the inmate's state, facility, and name or ID. Follow both the vendor and GDC instructions.
Possibly. Vendor terms can vary. Some list a $0.00 funding fee per deposit and a $200.00 maximum per deposit. Check the vendor's published terms and GDC instructions before sending money so you don't run into limits or unexpected charges.
Visiting someone at Jefferson County Correctional Institution starts with getting approved, then requesting a scheduled visit through the Georgia Department of Corrections. Use the checklist below to stay on track and avoid the most common problems that derail visits.
If your loved one is at Jefferson County C.I. in Georgia, phone calls run through Securus. Here are the published call rates, deposit limits, and rules that can affect whether calls actually go through.
Trying to stay in touch with someone at Jefferson County C.I., GA? Start by understanding the phone rules. Inmate calls may be monitored and recorded, call forwarding and three-way calling are not allowed, and each call is capped at 25 minutes. Phone contact also depends on the offender's Call Allow List. Your number has to be on their approved list before they can call you. If you want to send a food or package order, Union Supply handles that by phone, though specific details like hours, fees, and other ordering options aren't covered here.
