Mohave County Jail Sending Money
Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Mohave County Jail
The Easiest and Securest Way of Depositing Money for an Inmate
There are several methods for depositing money on an inmate's account:
1. To send money online to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail use Touchpay money deposits. support@touchpaydirect.com
2. If you have any questions you can email them at support@touchpaydirect. They do not take calls.
3. Deposit cash or use a debit or credit card using a dedicated kiosk for this purpose. The machine is located in the lobby or visitation area of the Mohave County Jail.
4. The Mohave County Jail may also allow you to *mail an inmate a money order or cashier’s check from a trusted source such as the Post Office, a local bank, or Western Union. The money order should be be made out to either the inmate or the Mohave County Sheriff's Office, with the inmate’s name and ID# on the memo line of the check. To confirm this option call the facility at 928-753-0759.
*When mailing a money order or cashier’s check, send it an envelope by itself. Never send it with a letter or photos for your inmate, unless the facility allows it. Never send personal checks or cash.
5. The Mohave County Jail has a reception desk that may accept cash, money orders or cashier checks. Call 928-753-0759 to find out the specific hours for drop off times.
Mohave County Jail
Address:
501 South Highway 66
Kingman, AZ 86401
Phone:
928-753-0759
How to put Money on an Inmate's Commissary Account in the Mohave County Jail
Options for putting money on an inmate's books in Mohave County Jail:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
You will use a Touchpay self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Mohave County Jail uses Touchpay to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
NOTE: Call the Mohave County Jail at 928-753-0759 to see if they are still allowing money orders to be mailed.
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling Touchpay at 866-232-1899.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #), full legal name, and Facility Locator Number. Call 928-753-0759 to get the Facility Locator Number.
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TouchPay Inmate Trust Money Deposits
Provider: TouchPay Direct • A ViaPath Technologies Company (GTL Financial)
TouchPay (operated by GTL Financial Services and part of ViaPath Technologies) provides payment processing solutions enabling family members to deposit funds directly into an incarcerated person's jail trust and commissary account. Deposited funds allow the inmate to purchase commissary food items, clothing, hygiene essentials, and medical sundries, or transfer balances to phone time.
Important: Facility Site IDs and Deposit Limits Vary
Once a person is booked and moved to a housing unit, facilities do not always allow cash drop-offs or phone payments directly to the jail window. Some might and you should confirm this by calling the facility and asking. In addition, each correctional agency requires a specific TouchPay Site ID number to route payments accurately. If you do not register online and fund your loved one's trust account immediately, they may be forced to wait days or weeks for standard paper processing, leaving them without essential soap, clean undergarments, basic medical sundries or snacks.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Deposit Trust Funds
- Obtain the inmate's legal first and last name, date of birth, and assigned facility booking ID number, along with the jail's 3- to 5-digit TouchPay Site ID.
- Navigate to www.touchpayonline.com or dial automated phone payments at 1-866-232-1899.
- Select Trust Deposits and enter the facility Site ID or search by state and agency name.
- Confirm the inmate's profile matches the facility's active housing roster.
- Enter the deposit dollar amount, review convenience and transaction fees, and input your credit or debit card billing information.
- Submit payment and record your confirmation tracking number for your financial records.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate does not need an internet account to receive trust funds. Once authorized, funds post directly to their facility accounting balance in the jail's internal system. The inmate can review their updated balance at a dayroom kiosk terminal or on their trust receipt and place orders on their regular commissary distribution day.
Official Providers: TouchPay Official Website | ViaPath Technologies
Customer Service Telephone: 1-866-232-1899 (Automated & Live Support)
Support Hours: Automated Deposits 24/7/365; Live Support Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by TouchPay (ViaPath Technologies)
In addition to Trust Money Deposits, TouchPay and ViaPath handle bail bonding and inmate telephone services:
- TouchPay Cash Bail & Bond Payments: Pay appearance bonds and release fees online 24/7 to expedite custody release.
• Learn more on our website: Cash Bail & Bonding Guide | • Visit official vendor page: TouchPay Bail Services - AdvancePay Phone Calling Accounts: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your mobile phone directly.
• Learn more on our website: AdvancePay Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: ViaPath ConnectNetwork Calling
Frequently Asked Questions about Inmate Money Accounts
How do I send money to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail?
Who are the companies that jails use to send money to inmates?
How do I send money by mail to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail?
Can I send an inmate money using the internet?
What are considered ‘inmate funds’?
How much money can an inmate have in their account while in the Mohave County Jail?
How much money can I send an inmate at one time?
Is it illegal for an inmate in the Mohave County Jail to have cash?
If an inmate can’t have cash in jail, how do they purchase contraband or gamble?
What are things inmates use or trade in lieu of cash?
What kind of food can an inmate purchase on Commissary in the Mohave County Jail?
What items can inmates purchase in the Mohave County Jail?
Important tips about sending money to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail
How do I send money to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail?
Mohave County Jail has its own methods for receiving money for inmates, and that information can be found above or by calling 928-753-0759 and asking, however all jails and prisons all receive money for an inmate’s trust and commissary account, as well as an account used for communications, pretty much the same way.
1. Mailing an inmate a money order or cashier’s check from a trusted source such as the Post Office, a local bank, or Western Union. Ask the Mohave County Jail how the money order must be made out, and put the inmate’s name and ID# on the memo line of the check.
When mailing a money order or cashier’s check, send it an envelope by itself. Never send it with a letter or photos for your inmate.
Never send personal checks or cash either.
2. Ask the Mohave County Jail whether it has an TouchPay kiosk on site where you can deposit cash or use a debit or credit card.
3. Some jails have a reception desk or booth that is open during certain hours that they will list on their website. They will accept cash, money orders or cashier checks. Other facilities that don’t have a human manning the desk will have mail drop where you can leave a money order or check. No cash can be left in these boxes.
4. There are multiple companies that jails and prisons contract with which accept TouchPay inmate deposits online, by mail or over the phone, or even in TouchPay kiosks you can find in check cashing stores and retail outlets across the country.
If one of these companies (listed in the next question) works with Mohave County Jail, this information will be outlined at the top of this page.
Who are the companies that jails use to send money to inmates?
There are many companies competing for the accounts of jail and prison inmates. Their intention is to alleviate the staffing and financial responsibility of the jail handling inmate’s accounts. They usually charge a fee equal to 3-5% of the total deposit.
The companies, in alphabetical order, are:
Access Corrections
AllPaid (aka GovPayNet)
Care A Cell
Cash Bond Online
CIDNET
City Tele Coin
CommissaryDeposit.com
Correct Solutions Group
Correctpay
Ctel
Edevo
Express Account
gettingout
GTL
Inmate Canteen
InmateSales
JailATM
Jail Pack Store (McDaniel Supply)
Jailpayments.com
Jpay
NCIC
JailCanteen (Oasis)
Paytel
Pigeonly
Prodigy Sales
Reliance
Securus
Smart Communications
Tiger
Touchpay
How do I send money by mail to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail?
To send an inmate money by mail you first have to have the money converted to a money order, preferably from the US Post Office, or a Cashier’s Check. Never send cash, and never send a personal check.
Mail to:
Att: Inmate Deposit
Mohave County Jail
501 South Highway 66
Kingman, AZ 86401
For more specific information call the jail at 928-753-0759 or check out the TouchPay money deposit instructions above.
Can I send an inmate money using the internet?
Almost every facility contracts with a company that helps friends and families of inmates send them money. The list can be found above.
To find out who Mohave County Jail contracts with for inmate deposits, call them at 928-753-0759 or go to the top of this page for TouchPay deposit instructions.
What are considered ‘inmate funds’?
Inmate funds are the cash that an inmate has on themselves when they are booked into jail, plus the money that friends and family add while they are incarcerated. Inmate funds are also known as ‘inmate trust account’, ‘inmate commissary account’, and ‘inmate money account’.
How much money can an inmate have in their account while in the Mohave County Jail?
To find out exactly how much the Mohave County Jail allows, and what they can spend it on, call the jail at 928-753-0759. This information is subject to change.
How much money can I send an inmate at one time?
Most jails limit the amount that you can send an inmate to $200 at one time. If a money order exceeds $50.00 some jails will hold the money for up to 30 days before releasing it. The quickest way to get money on an inmate’s account is to deposit it either online or over the phone with the TouchPay outside vendor that the Mohave County Jail works with.
Is it illegal for an inmate in the Mohave County Jail to have cash?
It is not illegal for an inmate to have cash, but it is considered contraband and will be confiscated by the Mohave County Jail if it is discovered. There could be additional punishment such as the inmate having their phone use or visitation limited. It is unlikely that criminal charges will be levied though.
If an inmate can’t have cash in jail, how do they purchase contraband or gamble?
Inmates are very creative in coming up with alternatives to cash for buying goods and services and taking part in gambling and other recreational activities.
• Some jails use stamps as a form of currency.
• Some use a “unit”, which is basically a candy bar, bag of chips or foil package of tuna.
• Some buy goods and services for a “tray”, which is basically a meal, especially one that contains food that may be in demand, such as “chicken on the bone”.
• Some will trade a service such as legal research, haircutting, jail artwork to send to a loved one.
• Some will agree to clean another’s cell in exchange for a candy bar or some coffee.
Basically, everything and anything can be used for trade instead of cash, but one thing is for certain, in jail, you must pay your debt. If you agree to do something when it comes to owing “money”, and you don’t pay, you may end up with a broken jaw when you least expect it.
What are things inmates use or trade in lieu of cash?
Inmates in jail and prisoners in prisons, in lieu of cash, trade food, meals, haircuts, cell cleaning, legal research, artwork and communication credits (phone, email, etc.).
What kind of food can an inmate purchase on Commissary in the Mohave County Jail?
Commissaries carry every type of food imaginable:
• Cookies
• Pastries
• Candy
• Tuna and mackerel
• Coffee
• Tea
• Soft drinks
• Energy drinks
• Pizza
• Hamburgers
• Chicken fingers
• Spices
Some jails have larger selections than others, and some contract with companies that ship in gift packages of Touchpay products, and even fast food that can be reheated.
Prisons in Canada even have small fast-food outlets that operate within the jail.
What items can inmates purchase in the Mohave County Jail?
Besides the food products mentioned above, inmates can purchase on Touchpay commissary:
• hygiene products like soaps, shampoos and lotions,
• clothing like sweats, t-shirts, hoodies and sneakers,
• stationary supplies
• religious garments
• books
• televisions, radios and headphones
• movie and television programming
• educational courses
Important tips about sending money to an inmate in the Mohave County Jail
Sometimes an inmate's commissary money is used to purchase items to pay gambling debts or purchase prescription medicine from another inmate. If your inmate is spending more than $10.00 a day on commissary items, you are most likely paying for him or her to gamble or buy drugs.
Some inmates, specifically those who are targeted for being weak or are in jail for rape or child molestation, are forced to relinquish their commissary to avoid regular beatings from other inmates.
If you think your inmate is being targeted for violence or having their commissary taken to avoid beatings, contact the Mohave County Jail and ask to investigate. If an inmate is being targeted, most jails will intervene and have the victim placed in protective custody, away from the general population.
Put your financial needs first and the inmate's second. Don't forget, the inmate is getting three free 2,000 calorie meals a day. The food may not be of the highest quality, but the Touchpay commissary food is generally much less nutritious.
Who Can Put Money in an Inmate's Account?
Anybody can contribute to an inmate's books or commissary fund as long as there isn't a no-contact order in place.
Because of the ability for family members and friends to deposit money online or over the phone using a credit or debit card, jail inmates can now receive funds from anywhere in the world.
Important Tips
Often an inmate's commissary money is used to purchase items to pay gambling debts or purchase prescription medicine from another inmate. If your inmate is spending more than $10.00 a day on commissary items, you are most likely paying for him or her to gamble or buy drugs.
Some inmates, specifically those who are targeted for being weak or are in jail for rape or child molestation, are forced to relinquish their commissary to avoid regular beatings from other inmates.
If you think your inmate is being targeted for violence or having their commissary taken to avoid beatings, contact the Mohave County Jail and ask to investigate. If an inmate is being targeted, most jails will intervene and have the victim placed in protective custody, away from the general population.
Put your financial needs first and the inmate's second. Don't forget, the inmate is getting three free 2,000 calorie meals a day. The food may not be of the highest quality, but the commissary food is generally much less nutritious.