How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Detained youth at Broward County Detention Center cannot have money, and gifts are generally discouraged. The facility provides nightly snacks instead. If you're trying to add funds for an adult detainee, common options typically include online payment portals, lobby kiosks, phone deposits, and mailed money orders or cashier's checks. The exact steps vary based on the vendor and facility rules, so check the facility's guidance or vendor instructions before sending money. Pay attention to fees and accepted deposit types. To avoid delays, have the inmate's full name and booking number or ID ready, fill out the deposit form completely, and include clear contact information so a payment can be processed or returned if needed.
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No. Detained youth at Broward County Detention Center cannot have money, and gifts are discouraged. The facility provides nightly snacks instead.
Common methods include online payment portals, lobby kiosks, phone deposits, or mailing a money order or cashier’s check. Methods and fees vary by facility and vendor, so confirm the current instructions before sending funds.
Have the inmate's full name and booking number or ID ready, and fill out the vendor's deposit form completely. Include legible contact details so the vendor can process the payment or return it if needed.
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