Send Money at Kettle Moraine Corr Inst., WI

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Sending money to someone at Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (KMCI) is straightforward once you know the limits and the right channel. The maximum daily deposit is $2,900—if you're sending more, plan to split it up. You can't hand money to inmates during visits or deposit cash at visitation. Visitors may carry up to $25 for permitted on-site use. To add funds, use approved deposit methods like online portals, phone services, lobby kiosks, walk-in locations, or mailed money orders, depending on what's available. Once posted, money goes to the inmate account for commissary and approved charges. Outstanding debts may be deducted first. Have the inmate's full name, inmate ID, and any required facility codes ready before you start.

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Quick Facts

  • Daily deposits to an inmate account at KMCI cannot exceed $2,900.
  • KMCI does not accept money for inmates during visits.
  • Visitors may carry up to $25 per visitor for permitted on‑site use during visits rather than giving money to an inmate.
  • Have the inmate’s full name, inmate ID, and any facility codes ready before making a deposit.

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Common Questions

What is the maximum daily deposit to an inmate's account at Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution?

Daily deposits to an inmate account at KMCI cannot exceed $2,900.

Can I give cash or money to an inmate during a visit at KMCI?

No. KMCI does not accept money for inmates during visits. You may carry up to $25 per visitor for permitted on-site use, but you can’t give money to an inmate or deposit cash at visitation.

How should I prepare before sending money to someone at KMCI?

Have the inmate’s full name, inmate ID, and any facility codes or other identifiers (such as a birthdate, if required by the vendor) ready before you start. Then use an approved deposit channel like an online portal, phone service, lobby kiosk, walk-in location, or mailed money order, following the vendor’s instructions.

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