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How to Contact an Inmate at Mchenry County Jail, IL (IL)
Trying to reach someone at McHenry County Jail? Start with the jail's phone provider and a statewide status notification tool. Here's what's confirmed for this facility.
Send Money at Mchenry County Jail, IL
How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Overview
You have three ways to add commissary funds at McHenry County Jail: Access Corrections (online or by phone), the jail lobby kiosk (cash or credit), or mailing a money order payable to McHenry County Jail. For phone time, the inmate phone system runs through ICSolutions, and you can set up accounts or prepaid services online or by phone. Deposits go into an inmate's trust or commissary account. Be aware that new funds are commonly applied to outstanding debts or court-ordered obligations first. To avoid delays, have the incarcerated person's full name and booking or ID number (or date of birth) ready so the deposit posts to the right account. Posting times vary by method, and some deposits can take up to one week to process.
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Quick Facts
- Commissary funds can be sent via Access Corrections online or by phone, at the lobby kiosk (cash or credit), or by money order made payable to McHenry County Jail.
- Mailed or other non‑electronic deposits may take up to one week to process.
- The inmate phone system is provided by ICSolutions and phone accounts or prepaid services can be set up online or by phone.
- Provide the incarcerated person’s full name and booking/ID number or date of birth when making a deposit to ensure funds are applied correctly.
Common Questions
How can I send money to an inmate at McHenry County Jail?
You can send money through Access Corrections (online or by phone), use the jail lobby kiosk (cash or credit), or mail a money order payable to McHenry County Jail. Use the person’s full name and booking or ID number (or date of birth) so funds post correctly. Posting times vary, and funds may be applied to outstanding debts or court-ordered obligations.
How long does it take for money to reach an inmate's account at McHenry County Jail?
It depends on the deposit method. Some can take up to one week to process, while electronic deposits usually post faster than mailed money orders.
Can I add money for phone calls at McHenry County Jail?
Yes. McHenry County Jail uses ICSolutions, and you can set up phone accounts or prepaid services online or by phone. Phone funding is typically handled through the vendor’s deposit options.
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