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How to send money to an inmate at Polk County Jail

Last Updated on April 30, 2023

A friendly help guide for Polk County Jail. Learn how to find an inmate and send letters, photos, and more.

How to send money to an inmate at Polk County Jail

Sending money to an incarcerated loved one is be a good way to provide support and help them meet their basic needs. If you've never sent money to an inmate before the process may be a little confusing. In this guide we'll walk you through the steps needed to send money to an inmate at Polk County Jail .

  1. Step 1: Search for an inmate's location
  2. Step 2: Find out what payment options are available
  3. Step 3: Setup a payment account
  4. Step 4: Send the payment and wait for confirmation

Step 2: Find out what payment options are available

Most facilities accept money orders or allow you to send money by setting up a payment account. You can check which options are available at Polk County Jail by checking the facility website. If the facility accepts electronic payments, you can typically send money through a third-party provider.

Step 3: Mail a money order or setup a payment account

If you would like to mail a money order the mailing address for Polk County Jail is as follows:

Polk County Jail
1985 NE 51st Pl
Des Moines , IA 50313
(515) 323-5400

Polk County Jail may also accept electronic payments. To send an electronic payment you can try one of the following services:

  • Securus Payments
  • JPay
  • Global Tel-Link Payments