How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
South County Detention Facility uses Access Corrections for electronic deposits. Add funds through the Access Corrections mobile app, website, lobby kiosk, or by phone with live bilingual agents at 866.345.1884. Have the incarcerated person's facility ID number, their first and last name, and the facility name ready. The lobby kiosk now requires you to log into or create an Access Corrections account before completing a deposit or payment. Access Corrections charges a service fee that varies by payment method, so check the vendor's fee notice before submitting. For care packages, place orders through mycarepack.com using that site's product selection, account setup, and checkout.
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At South County, the lobby kiosk is its own lane. If youāre trying to make a deposit or payment at the facility kiosk, youāll be required to log into an existing Access Corrections account or create a new Access Corrections account right then.
Send money through Access Corrections by app, website, lobby kiosk, or phone at 866.345.1884. Have the person's facility ID number, full first and last name, and the facility name ready. Service fees vary by payment method, and posting times can differ.
Yes. The lobby kiosk requires you to log into or create an Access Corrections account before making a deposit or payment. As a general tip, kiosks may not provide change, so bring the exact amount or use a card if available.
Yes. Care packages must be ordered through mycarepack.com using that siteās product selection, account creation, and checkout flow. Double-check the recipient details before you submit the order.
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