What You Need to Know Before Sending Money to Someone at Mitchell County Jail (JPay, fees, and free options)

Before sending funds to someone at Mitchell County Jail, make sure you're on their approved visitor list. This is the gatekeeper - if you're not on the list, none of the payment methods will work.

JPay gives you several ways to send money: online, through the mobile app, via the automated phone system (IVR), or by calling a live operator. Convenient, yes - but fees vary based on how much you send. Pick the lowest fee bracket that covers your deposit amount.

• ✓ $0.01–$20.00 transfer: $3.50 fee per transaction
• ✓ $20.01–$100.00 transfer: $5.00 fee per transaction
• ✓ $100.01–$300.00 transfer: $6.50 fee per transaction

Prefer to deposit in person? MoneyGram charges $4.95 per transaction and allows deposits up to $5,000 - useful if you're sending a larger amount and don't want to split it across multiple payments.

Want to avoid fees entirely? Lockbox deposits and money orders are FREE. They take longer, but if you can wait, this is the cheapest route.

The Georgia Department of Corrections offers a free money order voucher you can use to mail in your payment. Great when every dollar counts. Just plan ahead - mail and processing can take up to two weeks, so this isn't ideal if funds are needed right away.

JPay also offers paid communication options that affect your budget. Video visitation runs $3.95 for a 30-minute session. If you're weighing whether to send extra spending money or pay for a visit, that number helps you decide.

For regular contact, JPay email uses a stamp system. One stamp costs $0.35, and attachments run $1.05 each (up to 3 per email). Small charges, but they add up if you're trying to stay in touch without spending too much.