How to send money to someone at Tift County Law Detention — JPay, money orders, and alternatives

To send money to someone at Tift County Law Detention through the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) system, you'll need their GDC ID. JPay uses that ID to route your deposit to the right person. Double-check it before submitting - especially your first time.

Not sure which option works best for you? Start with GDC's

Overview Methods

• ✓ JPay online or mobile app - fastest and most convenient if you have a debit/credit card; you’ll send funds by entering the person’s GDC ID.
• ✓ Walk-in deposits / MoneyGram - a good option when you want to pay in person; it’s $4.95 per transaction (up to $5,000).
• ✓ Lockbox / money order - best choice when you want to avoid fees; lockbox/money order deposits are free.
• ✓ Printed money order voucher by mail - also fee-free, but slower; you can create a free voucher to print and mail in, and you should allow up to 2 weeks for mail and processing time.

1. Log in or create your JPay account - you’ll use it to manage payments and view your transaction details.
2. Enter the person’s GDC ID - this is how JPay matches your deposit to the right account.
3. Choose how much to send - pick the amount you want to deposit.
4. Review the fees and confirm - check the total before you submit the payment.

JPay's online fees depend on how much you send. Deposits of $0.01–$20.00 cost $3.50. Send $20.01–$100.00, and the fee jumps to $5.00. For $100.01–$300.00, you'll pay $6.50.

Budgeting for more than commissary? JPay offers other paid services too. Video visitation runs $3.95 for 30 minutes.

Messaging costs $0.35 per electronic stamp for e-mail. Want to send photos? Attachments are $1.05 for up to 3 files.

Prefer handling things in person? Walk-in deposits through MoneyGram cost $4.95 per transaction and cover deposits up to $5,000.

Want to avoid fees entirely? The lockbox/money order option is free. You can print a free money order voucher and mail it in - just plan ahead. GDC says to allow up to 2 weeks for mail and processing.