How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
If you send money to someone at California Medical Facility, know that deposits to an inmate's trust account may be reduced to satisfy court-ordered restitution. That trust account covers commissary, phone time, hygiene items, and other permitted purchases. One helpful exception: packages purchased directly from approved vendors aren't subject to restitution under CDCR guidance—they're handled outside the trust-account deduction process. Common deposit methods include online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, or U.S. Postal money orders. What's available depends on the facility and deposit vendor, so confirm accepted methods before sending anything. Have the inmate's full name and booking or facility ID ready, follow the vendor's instructions, and don't mail cash.
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Yes. Funds deposited to an inmate’s account at California Medical Facility may be reduced to satisfy court-ordered restitution.
No. Per CDCR guidance, packages purchased directly from approved vendors are not impacted by restitution.
Common methods include online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, or U.S. Postal money orders, but available options vary by facility and vendor. Have the inmate’s full name and booking or facility ID ready and follow the deposit vendor’s instructions.
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