How to Send Money to Facility

You can deposit money to an incarcerated person's account through the San Diego Sheriff Commissary e-commerce website. If you're trying to help someone cover basic needs while they're inside, this is the one deposit channel that's specifically documented.

Once funds hit the person's account, they can use that balance to buy commissary items delivered to their housing unit. The selection typically includes everyday necessities: food items, hygiene products, stationery, reading glasses, and other personal items.

Steps-to-follow

• ✓ Deposit money through the San Diego Sheriff Commissary e-commerce website, so it is added to the incarcerated person’s account.

• ✓ Expect the deposited funds to be used for commissary purchases delivered to the person’s housing unit (food, hygiene products, stationery, reading glasses, and personal items).
• ✓ If you want to send something specific, gift packs can also be purchased on the same commissary e-commerce website.

Before you submit a deposit, confirm you're using the current, approved commissary e-commerce site. If you've heard about other deposit options, check first. Only the commissary e-commerce website is clearly documented here.

1. Ask how the money can be spent: Confirm whether the person can use their account for the full commissary selection (food, hygiene, stationery, reading glasses, and personal items) or if any categories are restricted.
2. Confirm gift pack rules: Gift packs can be purchased through the commissary e-commerce website, but you should verify any limits or restrictions before you order.
3. Check timing and limits: Ask about deposit limits, processing time, and any holds that could delay when the money is available for commissary purchases.