Send Money at Ouachita Parish Jail, LA

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Sending money to someone at Ouachita Parish Jail is straightforward once you match your deposit to the vendor listed on the jail's page. Common options include online or mobile app, a vendor phone line, MoneyGram, a facility lobby kiosk, or mailing a money order. For electronic deposits, have the inmate's state, facility name, and inmate ID or CCN ready so the payment routes correctly. If you mail a money order, follow the vendor and facility instructions exactly, including any required contact details and payee wording. Never mail cash. Mailed money orders post only after vendor processing, and larger deposits may be delayed for departmental review. Always recheck site codes, addresses, limits, posting times, and kiosk locations before sending.

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Quick Facts

  • Only money orders should be mailed to correctional facilities; do not send cash in the mail.
  • Common deposit options include online/app, vendor phone lines, MoneyGram, lobby kiosks, or mailed money orders.
  • Always include the inmate’s state, facility, and inmate ID or CCN exactly as instructed on deposit forms.
  • Mailed money orders post only after vendor processing, and large or high-value deposits may be delayed for departmental review.

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Common Questions

How can I add money to an inmate at Ouachita Parish Jail?

Use the deposit methods listed for Ouachita Parish Jail: online/app, a vendor phone line, MoneyGram, a lobby kiosk, or mailing a money order per the vendor's instructions. Have the inmate's state, facility name, and inmate ID or CCN ready. Verify the correct site code, mailing address, limits, and posting times first.

Can I mail cash or a personal check to someone at Ouachita Parish Jail?

No. Only mail money orders, never cash. Follow the vendor's mailing instructions for the correct payee details so it can be processed.

How long does it take for a mailed money order to post to an inmate’s account?

Mailed money orders post after the vendor processes them, not when they arrive. Larger deposits or money orders above certain thresholds may take longer due to departmental review.

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How to Contact an Inmate at Facility

Trying to reach someone in custody in Monroe, Louisiana? First, confirm which facility they're housed at. The contact details below cover City of Faith – Monroe and the Ouachita Parish Correctional Center.

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