How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Karnes County Detention accepts bond postings through CeBonds from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Review the Bond Agreement (Form I‑352) before posting—it outlines all terms and conditions. For everyday needs, detainees use an Inmate Trust Fund (commissary) account. You can add funds through approved online vendors, on-site kiosks, or by mailing money orders and cashier's checks. Expect service fees with vendors and kiosks. In many cases, you'll need to be an approved contact before your deposit posts, and processing follows the facility's schedule. Confirm vendors, limits, and timing ahead of time. Never mail cash or personal checks—follow centralized deposit instructions exactly. The Trust Fund office can confirm receipt but won't share balances or transaction details with third parties.
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Add funds through approved online vendors, facility kiosks, or by mailing a money order or cashier’s check following the facility’s deposit instructions. Make sure you’re an approved sender for the detainee, and check any vendor fees and processing times before you pay.
Yes. Money orders and cashier's checks are commonly accepted for inmate trust deposits. Follow the centralized deposit instructions exactly, and don't include personal letters with your payment. Never mail cash or personal checks—they aren't accepted and may be returned.
Bond postings via CeBonds are accepted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the detainee’s time zone. For the bond terms and conditions, review the Bond Agreement (Form I‑352).
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