James T. Vaughn Correctional Center Sending Money

How Do You Send Money to an Inmate at the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center?

In order to get money to an offender in the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center, please adhere to these guidelines:

  • Personal checks will not be accepted
  • It is unwise to send cash in the mail
  • Money orders may be sent by mail or dropped off during scheduled visits with the offender to whom the money is going.
    1181 Paddock Road
    Smyrna, DE 19977
  • PLEASE NOTE: Howard R. Young Correctional Institution (HRYCI) does not accept money orders at the time of visit

All money orders must include the following information:

  • Offender's full name
  • Offender's SBI number Call 302-653-9261 to get this number.
  • Assigned institution
  • Name of the remitter

NOTE: Money sent to an inmate will be credited to the offender's account within 24 hours of receipt (during normal business hours).