How to Send Money to Facility
Money you send goes into your loved one's commissary account, which works like a bank account inside the facility. Here's what that means, what you can do now, and what to confirm before sending anything.
This facility uses a commissary system that gives each inmate a bank-type account. Money in that account can be used to buy items not regularly issued by the institution. When family, friends, or other sources deposit funds, those deposits go into the inmate's commissary account maintained by the Bureau. The specific deposit process (how you pay, where you send it, and any fees or limits) isn't included in the available facility details. Confirm the current procedure before you send money.
Steps Follow
- ✓ Identify the inmate clearly (use the same full name and identifying information the facility has on file).
- ✓ Send funds using the facility-approved process so the money is deposited into the inmate’s commissary account.
- ✓ Confirm the deposit was credited to the inmate’s commissary account before you assume it is available to spend.
Before you send money, confirm exactly how this facility accepts deposits and what information you need to include. Small formatting details (like the required identifier or how the account is listed) can mean the difference between a smooth deposit and a frustrating delay. Ask about practical limits and timing too: Are there maximum deposit amounts? Is there a holding period before funds become available? Are there fees to send money? Finally, ask what a successful deposit looks like at this facility. How can you verify the funds are showing in the inmate's commissary account, and who should you contact if they don't appear?
Note: The facility confirms that deposits are stored in an inmate commissary account, but the current deposit methods and restrictions aren't spelled out here. Verify the process directly with the facility or official Bureau information before sending money.
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