Send Money at Paul Phelps Corr. Center, La

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

To send money to someone at Paul Phelps Correctional Center, the DOC lists several approved options: mail, MoneyGram walk-up locations, internet transfers (including JPay), telephone payments, and facility kiosks. JPay is commonly used for money transfers and also offers email, Video Connect, and a tablet program. You can start a JPay transfer from a computer or phone, or complete it at any MoneyGram agent location nationwide. One important warning: the DOC says Cash App is illegal for inmate deposits. Stick with JPay or the other listed methods. Funds go to the person's trust/commissary account. Fees and processing times vary by vendor, so follow the vendor's instructions before sending.

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Quick Facts

  • Accepted deposit methods include mail, MoneyGram walk-up locations, internet (including JPay), telephone, and kiosks.
  • JPay advertises fast, secure money transfers and additional services such as email, Video Connect, and a tablet program.
  • JPay money transfers can be initiated from a computer, phone, or any MoneyGram agent location nationwide.
  • The DOC warns that using Cash App to send money to inmates is illegal and directs senders to JPay and the listed approved methods.

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Common Questions

What are the approved ways to send money to someone at Paul Phelps Correctional Center?

Send funds by mail, at MoneyGram walk-up locations, through internet vendors (including JPay), by telephone, or at facility kiosks. Money goes to the person's trust/commissary account. Fees and processing times vary, so confirm the vendor's steps before sending.

Can I use Cash App to send money to an inmate at Paul Phelps?

No. The DOC warns that using Cash App for inmate deposits is illegal. Use JPay or the other approved methods the DOC lists instead.

How do I send money through JPay or MoneyGram for an inmate at Paul Phelps?

Start a JPay transfer from a computer or phone, or complete it at any MoneyGram agent location nationwide. JPay also offers email, Video Connect, and a tablet program. Check any vendor instructions or approval requirements before sending money.

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