How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Sending money to someone at Salinas Valley Prison starts with creating a Securus account before your loved one's transition into the facility. New to the system? Use the "CLAIM ACCOUNT" link in the facility portal to get started. Before making a deposit, confirm you've selected the correct facility and double-check the incarcerated person's full name and booking or ID number. Deposit options often include online or mobile payments, phone deposits, lobby kiosks, or U.S. Postal money orders, but availability depends on the facility and vendor. Money added to a trust account is typically used for commissary, phone time, hygiene items, and other allowed purchases. It may be reduced by court-ordered restitution or other authorized deductions. Posting times vary, so review processing times before you send. Never mail cash. If you need to correct an error or request a refund, follow the vendor's instructions.
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Create a Securus account before the person's transfer into Salinas Valley Prison. New users should start from the facility portal using the "CLAIM ACCOUNT" link.
No. Never mail cash. Most facilities refuse it and will return it. Use an accepted deposit method instead and follow the vendor's instructions.
Posting times depend on the vendor and deposit method, so electronic transfers can arrive at different speeds. Check the vendor's processing times before sending money.
Still have money sitting in ViaPath ahead of Salinas Valley State Prison's switch to Securus? Now's the time to decide if you want it back. Some ViaPath purchases won't transfer over, so requesting a refund may be the simplest way to avoid losing that value.
Salinas Valley State Prison is switching from ViaPath to Securus for tablet services. The change brings lower rates for video calls and e-messages, plus a different free minutes setup. Here's how the math works so you can plan ahead.
Trying to stay in touch with someone at Salinas Valley Prison (CDCR)? Start by confirming which communications provider the facility is currently using. CDCR is moving services from ViaPath to Securus, and that change affects how you set up your account and pay for calls and e-messages.
