How to Put Money on an Inmate's Account at Rutherford County Detention Center

Rutherford County Detention Center uses Team3.InmateCanteen.com for online deposits. This is the site the county directs families to for adding commissary funds or other jail account money. First-time users will need to create an account. Once you're logged in, you can search for the inmate and complete your deposit from there.

Commissary orders go in on Thursday after 2:00 a.m. If you want the money available for that week's order, plan your deposit with that Thursday 2:00 a.m. cutoff in mind.

1. Go to Team3.InmateCanteen.com: This is the online deposit site Rutherford County Detention Center lists for adding money to an inmate’s account.
2. Log in or create your account: If you already have a login, sign in. If not, set up an account so you can make a deposit.
3. Search for the inmate at Rutherford County Detention Center: Use the search tools on the site to find the correct person and confirm you selected the right facility.
4. Make your deposit: Enter the deposit details, review everything for accuracy, and submit.
5. Save your confirmation: Keep the receipt or confirmation details so you have a record if you need to follow up later.

Timing Tips

• ✓ If you want funds available for commissary, make your deposit on Team3.InmateCanteen.com well before Thursday after 2:00 a.m.
• ✓ Try not to wait until late Wednesday night. A deposit made earlier gives you more cushion before the commissary order time.
• ✓ Double-check you selected Rutherford County Detention Center and the correct inmate before you submit the deposit.
• ✓ Keep your deposit confirmation handy until you see the funds reflected and commissary has had time to process the weekly order.