How to Send Money to Johnson County Jail, Iowa (IA)

If you're trying to get money to someone at Johnson County Jail in Iowa, here's what we know for sure: the jail accepts cash only for the accommodation fee. That's the one detail that's clearly posted. Beyond that, there's no confirmed information about other ways to send money (online deposits, phone payments, kiosks, or money orders), what the fees or limits might be, or when payments are accepted. I'd recommend contacting the jail directly before you bring or send any funds.

Steps-to-follow

• ✓ Plan on using cash for the accommodation fee.
• ✓ Bring cash in smaller bills if you can, so you are not relying on staff to make change.
• ✓ Confirm at booking or intake that your cash will be applied to the accommodation fee (and ask for a receipt if one is available).

Since "cash only for the accommodation fee" is the only verified detail, it's worth making a quick call before you head over. Ask whether the cash-only rule applies just to the accommodation fee or to other charges as well, and whether there are rules about denominations or exact change. You'll also want to find out if there are other approved ways to add money for someone's use (money orders, an online system, phone payments, or a lobby kiosk). While you're at it, ask about deposit limits, ID requirements, and whether you'll get a receipt or account record for your payment.

1. Call the jail before you go. Ask what payment methods are currently accepted and what they are accepted for.
2. Confirm the accommodation fee payment rule. Specifically ask whether the accommodation fee is cash only, and whether you need exact change.
3. Ask about options for adding money beyond fees. Find out if there is an approved process for depositing funds to an account, and what information you need to provide.
4. Get the paperwork details. Ask whether you will receive a receipt, how payments are recorded, and who to contact if a payment is not posted correctly.