Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to Polunsky Unit (OK)
Getting money into someone's trust fund is usually straightforward once you pick the right deposit method and confirm you're eligible to send.
Send Money and Commissary at TDCJ - Polunsky Unit.
Review available deposit, commissary, money order, and online payment information for sending money to an inmate at TDCJ - Polunsky Unit.
Overview
Money for someone at TDCJ Polunsky Unit goes into the Inmate Trust Fund. You can add funds by mailing a money order or cashier's check, or through approved electronic vendors and kiosks (ACH, ACE, eCommDirect, JPay, TouchPay). Follow the instructions for whichever method you choose, since small mistakes can slow down posting. Before sending funds, make sure you're listed on the inmate's Approved Visitation List or the Inmate Telephone List. Only people on those lists can deposit money (policy effective Sept 1, 2020). Do not mail cash or personal checks. They are not accepted and will be returned. Vendor and kiosk deposits may include service fees and have their own processing timelines, so hold onto your receipt until the deposit shows up.
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Quick Facts
- Accepted deposit methods include money orders/cashier's checks, ACH, ACE, eCommDirect, JPay, and TouchPay.
- Only senders on the Approved Visitation List or the Inmate Telephone List may deposit money to an inmate (effective Sept 1, 2020).
- Cash and personal checks are not accepted for inmate deposits and will be returned to the sender.
- Vendors and kiosks charge service fees and have separate processing rules—follow each vendor's instructions and retain receipts.
Send Money and Commissary Guides
Sending Money to Someone at Polunsky: What Works (And What Doesn't)
Trying to put money on someone's trust fund at the Polunsky Unit? The method matters, and so does who's sending it. Here are the deposit options that actually work, plus common reasons a deposit gets rejected or sent back.
Common Questions
How do I add money to an inmate's account at Polunsky Unit?
First, confirm you're on the inmate's Approved Visitation List or the Inmate Telephone List. Then deposit using an approved vendor (ACH, ACE, eCommDirect, JPay, TouchPay) or mail a money order or cashier's check following the posted instructions. Do not send cash or personal checks. They are not accepted and will be returned.
Can someone not on the approved lists deposit money for an inmate at Polunsky?
No. Effective Sept 1, 2020, only people on the inmate’s Approved Visitation List or Inmate Telephone List are allowed to deposit funds.
Can I mail cash or a personal check to fund an inmate's account at Polunsky?
No. Cash and personal checks are not accepted and will be returned to the sender. Use a money order or cashier's check for mailed deposits, and follow the deposit instructions exactly.
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