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5 Ways to Put Money on an Inmate's Account at Monterey County Jail (and Which Fees to Avoid)
Trying to add money to someone's commissary account at Monterey County Jail? The method you pick makes a real difference in fees. Here's a breakdown of all five approved deposit options, what each one costs, and how to dodge the most common fee traps.
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Monterey County Jail visiting schedule by housing unit (A‑Dorm, Q‑Pod, K‑Block, etc.)
Visiting times at Monterey County Jail depend on which housing unit your loved one is in. The official visiting schedule PDF is your source of truth — find their unit (A‑Dorm, Q‑Pod, V‑Block, etc.) and match it to the correct day, time, and visiting room.
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Phone Calls & Video Visits at Monterey County Jail: Rates, Account Types, and How to Set Up SmartInmate
Phone calls and video visits at Monterey County Jail involve a few different account types and deposit options. Here's a breakdown of the rates, what
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Visitation
- The jail's visiting schedule PDF lists visiting times by day and by housing pod and is titled 'Monterey County Jail Visiting Schedule Listing By Day Beginning February 26th, 2024'.
- Saturday L‑Block (bottom tier Cells 101–119) visits are scheduled 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM in visiting rooms 1–3.
- Only one child and one adult are allowed in secured visiting rooms at one time and visit time may not be divided among different visitors.
Communication
- Telephone calls from Monterey County Jail are billed at $0.05 per minute for all listed call types.
- Monterey County Jail offers remote video visitation through SmartInmate.
- To set up SmartInmate, visit www.smartinmate.com or call Customer Care at 727-349-1561 to create an account and deposit funds.
Mail & Letters
- All regular inmate postal mail will be scanned into Smart Communications and made available for inmates to view via kiosks.
- Effective 12/4/2024, personal mail must be sent to Smart Communications - Monterey County Jail, P.O. Box 9199, Seminole, FL 33775-919...
- Postal mail must include the incarcerated person’s name and booking number and be addressed to Smart Communications - Monterey County Jail.
Sending Money
- Deposits can be made via lobby kiosk, the commissary vendor site (web.connectnetwork.com), phone deposits, or by mail processed by Smart Communications.
- Online, kiosk, and automated operator deposits incur a $3 processing fee; live-operator phone deposits incur a $5.95 processing fee; mail deposits have no processing fee.
- SmartInmate deposits require a minimum $5 and each SmartInmate deposit carries a $1.50 processing fee.
Facility Info
- The Custody Division ADA Coordinator handles ADA inquiries, complaints, and accommodation requests for visitors and incarcerated individuals.
- To request property release call 831-755-3782, leave a detailed message, and expect a response within 48 hours.
- Property pickups occur in the jail lobby Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Visitation
Monterey County Jail publishes an official visiting schedule PDF titled
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Staying in touch with someone at Monterey County Jail means phone calls, remote video visits, or approved messaging services—depending on what you register for and fund. Phone calls run $0.05 per minute for Local, IntraState, IntraLATA, InterState, InterLATA, and International calls. For remote video visits, the jail uses SmartInmate. Register at www.smartinmate.com or call SmartInmate Customer Care at 727-349-1561. Create your account and add prepaid funds before trying to schedule a visit. During statewide provider transitions, some facilities may stay on an older platform—confirm which service the jail currently supports before registering.
Read full guideMail & Letters
Monterey County Jail routes regular inmate mail through Smart Communications. Your letters get scanned, and the incarcerated person views them on in-facility kiosks rather than receiving the original paper. Effective 12/4/2024, personal mail from family and friends must be addressed to Smart Communications - Monterey County Jail, P.O. Box 9199, Seminole, FL 33775-919... Include the person's full booked name and booking number on every item so it reaches them. Books and magazines go to a different address: 1410 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906—again, include the inmate's name and booking number. All incoming mail is inspected during processing. Legal mail and other exceptions may be handled differently under facility rules.
Read full guideSending Money
Monterey County Jail accepts inmate account deposits through lobby kiosks, the commissary vendor site (web.connectnetwork.com), telephone deposits, and mailed payments processed by Smart Communications. Most electronic payments carry fees: online, kiosk, and automated operator deposits include a $3 processing fee, while live-operator phone deposits cost $5.95. Mailed deposits have no processing fee. Funding a SmartInmate account? There's a $5 minimum plus a $1.50 processing fee per deposit. Mailing addresses depend on payment type: send deposits to the Smart Communications Deposit Center (P.O. Box 1848, Pinellas Park, FL 33780) and money orders/cashier's checks for inmate accounts to Smart Communications - Monterey County Jail (P.O. Box 9199, Seminole, FL 33775-9199). Contact Smart Communications customer care if you need help, and allow time for electronic deposits to post.
Read full guideCommon Questions
Showing 6 of 15What are the visiting hours for L‑Block at Monterey County Jail?
The jail’s visiting schedule PDF lists hours by housing pod. For L‑Block (bottom tier Cells 101–119), Saturday visits are scheduled 7:30 AM–9:30 AM in visiting rooms 1–3.
VisitationCan a convicted felon or parolee visit someone at Monterey County Jail?
Yes, but there are extra requirements. Parolees need written permission from their parole agent, and certain convicted felons must complete the PC 4571 convicted-felon form and get Facility/Jail Commander approval before visiting.
VisitationWhat items and clothing are not allowed during visits at Monterey County Jail?
Cameras, tape recorders, cell phones, and other electronics aren't allowed in visiting areas—they may be confiscated and documented. Leave diaper bags and purses behind (you can bring one diaper and one bottle for an infant). Follow the dress code: no strapless tops, halter tops, or bare midriffs, and skirts, dresses, or shorts must be no more than two inches above the knee.
VisitationHow much do phone calls from Monterey County Jail cost?
Phone calls from Monterey County Jail are billed at $0.05 per minute for Local, IntraState, IntraLATA, InterState, InterLATA, and International calls.
CommunicationHow do I set up video visits with an inmate at Monterey County Jail?
Monterey County Jail uses SmartInmate for remote video visits. Go to www.smartinmate.com or call Customer Care at 727-349-1561 to create an account and deposit funds, and make sure prepaid funds are added before you try to schedule.
CommunicationCan Monterey County Jail use other phone or video platforms?
SmartInmate is the vendor listed for remote video visitation at Monterey County Jail. During statewide transitions, some facilities may remain on an older platform, so confirm which service the jail currently supports before registering.
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Monterey County Jail has a Custody Division ADA Coordinator who handles accessibility questions, complaints, and accommodation requests for both visitors and people in custody. Need help with an ADA-related issue or want to file a complaint? The ADA Coordinator is your first point of contact.
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