5 Ways to Send Money to Someone at Lancaster County Prison (and Fees to Expect)

Lancaster County Prison lets family and friends add funds several ways: use the kiosk in the LCP vestibule with cash, credit, or debit; deposit online through JailATM; or mail a money order or certified check. Securus Technologies is also an option, but that money covers specific services - phone calls, eMessaging stamps, and tablet media - not commissary. Service fees apply on electronic options. Before you send anything, double-check you're using the method that matches what your loved one actually needs.

If you're nearby, LCP has a kiosk in the prison vestibule where you can deposit in person. It accepts cash, credit, or debit - just know a service fee applies. This is often the simplest option when you want to handle things on-site and walk away with a receipt.

• ✓ Bring the payment type you plan to use (cash, credit, or debit).
• ✓ If you’re using cash, bring the amount you intend to deposit.
• ✓ Keep your kiosk receipt for your records.

Can't get to the facility? JailATM lets you deposit online. It's a solid option if you're out of town or prefer handling things from home. Service fees apply, so the total will be more than the amount you're depositing.

1. Create or sign into your JailATM account - use your information so you can track deposits.
2. Enter the incarcerated person’s details - select the correct facility and input their name and ID number.
3. Choose your deposit amount - review the total, including any service fee.
4. Confirm and save proof - keep your confirmation page, email receipt, or a screenshot.

Securus Technologies is separate from commissary funds at LCP. Money sent through Securus covers phone calls, eMessaging stamps, and tablet media - not commissary purchases. Service fees apply here too. If your loved one needs commissary money, Securus isn't the right place. Make sure you're choosing the deposit method that matches what they're actually asking for.

Prefer to mail it? LCP accepts money orders or certified checks. Include the incarcerated person's name and identification number, then send it to: Lancaster County Prison, Attn: Inmate Accounts, 625 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602.

• ✓ Write the incarcerated individual’s name and ID number on the money order or certified check.
• ✓ Mail it to: Lancaster County Prison, Attn: Inmate Accounts, 625 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602.
• ✓ If you want extra tracking, consider sending it by certified mail.
• ✓ Keep your receipt (money order stub and/or mailing receipt).

Whichever method you choose - kiosk, JailATM, or mail - get the incarcerated person's name and ID number exactly right. A small typo can cause delays and a lot of frustration. I recommend saving every receipt and confirmation: paper receipts from the kiosk, screenshots from JailATM, your money order stub. That way you have proof of the amount and date if you ever need to follow up.

Not sure where to send funds - commissary versus phone/eMessaging/tablet money? Contact the prison business office or the vendor's customer support to confirm the current process. The facility notes that service fees apply but doesn't list specific amounts, so check the total on the kiosk screen or during online checkout before you finalize.

• ✓ Verify the incarcerated person’s name and ID number before you send anything.
• ✓ Pick the right method for your goal: kiosk/JailATM/mail for account deposits, Securus for phone/eMessaging/tablet media (not commissary).
• ✓ Save receipts, confirmations, and screenshots.
• ✓ Confirm what the deposit covers before you pay.
• ✓ Plan for service fees on electronic options.

Policies and vendor screens can change, and fees vary by method. If anything looks different than expected, contact Lancaster County Prison's business office or check with JailATM or Securus directly to confirm the current steps, what your payment covers, and the total cost.