How do I put money in my TDCJ inmate account?
Inmate Trust Fund deposit options include:
- Money Orders or Cashier’s Checks.
- Monthly Checking Account Debit (ACH) ACH Authorization Form. ACH Stop/Change Form.
- Access Corrections – Secure Deposits.
- ACE – America’s Cash Express.
- eCommDirect provided by Texas.gov.
- JPay.
- TouchPay Payment System.
How do I put money on an inmate’s phone TDCJ?
You may contact SCBS at 1-800-844-6591. Inmate Telephone Account – You can deposit money into the Inmate’s Telephone account. You do not need to be on the Inmate’s Visitor List to deposit funds in an inmate’s account; however, funds placed in inmate accounts become the property of the inmate.
How do I put money on an inmate’s books in Dallas County Jail?
Below are the ways to deposit funds into an inmate account:
- By Telephone: Toll Free telephone number for deposit 1-866-345-1884.
- Internet: www.accesscorrections.com.
- Kiosk located at the jails.
How do I fill out a money order for an inmate in Texas?
Sending Money to Texas Inmates via Mail You must obtain a deposit slip from the offender and enclose it with the payment. The check or money order needs to be paid to the “Inmate Trust Fund for Name” and “Number.” The “Name” is the inmate’s name and the “Number” is the prisoner’s account number.
How do I send money to someone in Dallas County Jail?
How do I put money on securus?
Securus offers a number of convenient funding methods to meet your needs.
- Credit / Debit Card Online or By Phone. Payment types accepted Online or By Phone.
- Western Union. Cash. Credit/Debit Card.
- MoneyGram. Go to a MoneyGram location and complete the Express Blue Form (see example below) with the following information:
How do I add money to my commissary Dallas County?
Where do I send TDCJ inmates money orders?
MONEY ORDERS or CASHIER’S CHECKS made payable to “Inmate Trust Fund for Offender Name and Number” 1. You may obtain deposit slips from offender or send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Inmate Trust Fund, PO Box 60, Huntsville, TX 77342-0060 2.
How many penitentiaries are in Texas?
As of December 31, 2019, the number of prisoners under the jurisdiction of Texas correctional authorities was 158,429 located in 61 state prisons and held in custody of private prisons or local jails. State operated facilities had a staff of 35,000 employees and a budget of $3,287,273,079.
How many correctional officers is TDCJ short?
In May, TDCJ was short more than 5,300 officers, with about 78% of positions filled. At the Telford Unit in northeast Texas, both employees and prisoners reported dangerous conditions in 2018 as assaults on prisoners and officers rose while staffing ranks dwindled.
How does TDCJ pay overtime?
All overtime hours worked are paid on the next month’s overtime payroll. Upon separation from employment, you will be paid for all of your unused overtime balance. Overtime hours are only subject to taxes when you actually receive wage compensation for these hours.
Is TDCJ a good place to work?
T.D.C.J is a good corporation to work for. I enjoy working here because for the most part you stay busy but its an easy job to do. Just like with any job it is what you make it. I love the fact that you always have your schedule because its already set and the benefits are great.
What is the commissary and trust fund department?
The mission of the Commissary and Trust Fund Department is to provide offenders a convenient method to purchase items not furnished to them by the agency but allowed within the institution and provide a place of safekeeping for personal funds to which they have access but not physical control of during their confinement.
How do I purchase commissary items for the offender?
Purchase specific commissary items for the offender from TDCJ’s online catalog (delivered to the offender within 5 business days after TDCJ receives the order). Please note that unit security or staffing issues can override this timeframe.
Does the amount purchased from ecommdirect affect my commissary funds?
The online amount purchased will not affect the amount that offenders may spend on commissary items from funds deposited in their inmate trust fund account. This table is a sample of the most popular items available from eCommDirect. (118 items shown. Updated: 10/01/19)