How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Sending money to someone at York CI is usually straightforward, but one rule trips people up: the facility won't process direct deposits to Securus/JPay tablet media accounts for incarcerated people with outstanding PLRA financial obligations. If that applies, tablet-credit deposits may never post—use a different method instead. Common ways to send funds include mailed money orders (include the department's remitter form) and approved electronic deposit services. Processing times vary by method. Fill out the remitter form exactly to prevent rejections or misapplied deposits. You don't have to be on someone's approved visitor list to send funds. Unsure which forms or services are currently required? Confirm with York CI before sending anything.
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At York CI, deposits to Securus/JPay tablet media accounts are not processed for incarcerated people who have outstanding PLRA financial obligations. If your deposit was blocked for that reason, use an alternate payment method or contact the facility for next steps.
Common options include mailed money orders with the department remitter form and approved electronic deposit services. Processing times vary by method; mailed money orders can take several business days, while some electronic services may post faster.
No. Family and friends cannot send or drop off clothing packages for offenders at York CI, and additional clothing or personal items must be purchased through the commissary.
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