How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
For deposit questions at Men's Central Jail, the IRC is your starting point. This unit handles cashier services, inmate property storage, evidence, and inmate mail processing, so staff there can explain exactly how funds work. Most jails offer a mix of deposit options: online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders. Availability depends on the facility and its vendor, though, so confirm what Men's Central Jail accepts before sending anything. Once deposited, money in an inmate trust account goes toward commissary, phone time, hygiene items, and other approved purchases. Authorized deductions can reduce the balance. Electronic payments have varying posting times, so check processing timelines. And never mail cash.
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The IRC at Men's Central Jail handles cashier services, inmate property storage, evidence, and inmate mail processing. If you have questions about how funds are processed, ask for the IRC directly.
Common deposit methods used by jails include online or mobile portals, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, and U.S. Postal money orders. Since options vary by facility and vendor, confirm what Men’s Central Jail accepts before you send funds.
Never mail cash. Some facilities accept U.S. Postal money orders, but whether Men's Central Jail allows mailed money orders depends on local rules. Follow the facility and vendor instructions before sending anything.
To reach someone at Men's Central Jail, you'll need the right address, phone numbers, and visiting schedule. If the person was recently arrested and is still being processed, you may need to contact the Inmate Reception Center (IRC) instead of the main jail.
Trying to put money on someone's account at Men's Central Jail? Start with the Inmate Reception Center (IRC). The IRC handles cashier services and can confirm what payments are accepted and how to submit them.
Visiting someone at Men's Central Jail takes a little planning, especially since visiting runs in two daily time blocks. Here are the core details to get you started, plus what to confirm before you go.
