How do I Send Money to a Correction Facility?
When you have a friend or family member serving time in a correctional facility you may want to help him out in any way you can. Since you can only visit during certain hours you may find you want to help in another way. If you want to help financially, you can send your inmate money in addition to sending other forms of emotional support such as letters.
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Instructions
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Through an Online Service
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Visit a website designed to send money to inmates (see Resources).
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Look up your inmate using the PIN number and your inmate's name.
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Fill out the online form and click send. Online services charge a small fee for sending money. For example, as of August 2010, JPay charges $10.95 for sending amounts between $200 and $300 dollars. Western Union and ICS fees typically range from $10 to $30.
Through The Prison
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Visit the appropriate state's website. Find the section on correction facilities. The state should have instructions on how to send money to an inmate.
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Locate the inmate online to send her money via the state's website.
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Some states or counties require you to send a check or money order to the prison itself. The check should be payable to the county's department of corrections. The typical maximum is $300. In most states, you can send money to an inmate as often as you like.
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Tips & Warnings
Always check with your state's or county's department of corrections before sending money.
References
Resources
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